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I would like some advise/direction with regards to pursuing a career in research. I want to start somewhere...just reluctant to starting something and not liking it or it not being the right path towards my interests. I graduated with a Bachelor of science in biopharmaceuticals...since then, I haven't worked, and am currently a single mom. I am dedicated to start my career again, just don't know which door to knock, or where to start!
I was considering doing an online MPH as a start...but looking online at all the courses, it all seems like data analysis and biostatistics... what would my job be at the end.
I am interested in starting in positions having to do with research assistant etc. Particularly Oncology research, or naturopathic medicine.
Reading more about research assistant, I ran into the realm of CRA's and clinical research certification... can someone please advise me on the main differences in career (path differences, jobs available, family-life balance with kids, etc)
I am also very interested in alterative medicine (CAM)/naturopathic medicine, and figured, a MPH can also act as a good pivot...what can I do in that sector with a MPH degree? Is there anyway I can still get into the research part before getting a MPH? can I get some Research Organization to fund my MPH?
I get the feeling that investing in the MPH currently is better than random CRA courses...like I read that Michener or other online providers have courses for CRA certification and such, but since I am not that clear on that career in general(what my role would be, and how doable it is with kids)...I'm not sure that is the right path to start...and perhaps a MPH would be more encompassing/offer more opportunity...
What other options are there that I haven't thought of?!
I would highly appreciate some guidance to get me on the right foot here!
I was considering doing an online MPH as a start...but looking online at all the courses, it all seems like data analysis and biostatistics... what would my job be at the end.
I am interested in starting in positions having to do with research assistant etc. Particularly Oncology research, or naturopathic medicine.
Reading more about research assistant, I ran into the realm of CRA's and clinical research certification... can someone please advise me on the main differences in career (path differences, jobs available, family-life balance with kids, etc)
I am also very interested in alterative medicine (CAM)/naturopathic medicine, and figured, a MPH can also act as a good pivot...what can I do in that sector with a MPH degree? Is there anyway I can still get into the research part before getting a MPH? can I get some Research Organization to fund my MPH?
I get the feeling that investing in the MPH currently is better than random CRA courses...like I read that Michener or other online providers have courses for CRA certification and such, but since I am not that clear on that career in general(what my role would be, and how doable it is with kids)...I'm not sure that is the right path to start...and perhaps a MPH would be more encompassing/offer more opportunity...
What other options are there that I haven't thought of?!
I would highly appreciate some guidance to get me on the right foot here!
