Raising the ethnic representation in commercial science.
ACCSN was formed to support the development of aspiring and current professionals in the industry make the commercial route more attractive for black and ethnic minorities, ultimately raising the representation whilst providing a space through which they can thrive together.
At ACCSN we describe Commercial Science as the point at which Science meets the customer. Commercial Science allows you to contribute to science from another angle. Areas include life sciences, pharma, biotechnology, academia, diagnostics, instrumentation, molecular biology, chemistry, medical devices, and immunology.
Roles in Commercial Science include; Applications, Marketing, Sales, Technical and more…
Our Work Includes:
The ACCSN works with a diverse pool of aspiring and current professionals, corporate sponsors and educational institutions to bring about this mission.
- Graduate Recruitment, internships, and work experience
- Educating scientists/students on a career in commercial science
- Supporting companies with starting successful employee resource groups
- Mentorship
- Coaching
- Networking and Events
- Public speaking
ACCSN’s Objectives
Educate
Equip current and aspiring professionals with the knowledge on the different career paths and skills required to progress in a career in commercial science. Ultimately leading a more diverse pipeline of talent in the commercial science sector.
Connect
Build a community of professionals in the industry to network, collaborate and form life-long networks.
Find Talent
Attract more black and ethnic minority talent to a career in commercial science. This will be done by creating access for young and aspiring professionals through mentorship, internships, and work experience.
Collaborate & Coordinate
Collaborate and coordinate with professionals in the commercial science sector to help increase the representation of black and ethnic minorities.
Influence
By challenging the status quo and working with scientific organisations to challenge and tackle the lack of diversity within commercial science sector.
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ACCSN is the first professional network dedicated to raising the black and ethnic representation in the commercial science industry.
ACCSN is the first professional network dedicated to raising the black and ethnic representation in the commercial science industry.
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