Ooi Ghee Chien, Malaysia
Biotechnologist, CryoCord Sdn Bhd, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia
Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology), Bachelor of Science (Honours)
After graduating from Monash University in Australia, I returned to Malaysia to look for a job. Within less than a month, I was offered the post of
biotechnologist in one of the two only private Malaysian medical biotechnology companies ( CryoCord Sdn Bhd), which specializes in cord blood banking and
stem cell research. My responsibilities require me to perform all laboratory processes pertaining to cord blood freezing and storage. Besides that, I am
required to keep the company updated and recommend (if necessary) the most current international industry regulations and practices. Stem cell research is
one of the most important and promising areas of medical research, as stem cells are believed to offer potential cures and therapies for many devastating
diseases, such as leukaemia, Alzheimer’s disease, etc. There are many challenges ahead as these stem cell therapies continue to reveal enormous
possibilities in transforming the practice of medicine and improving the quality and length of life.
The Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology) degree provided me with various career possibilities in environmental, medical, food technology, and other types of
industries. I chose to specialize, and went on to pursue an Honours degree in order to improve myself further with better research skills and knowledge needed
in working in a laboratory independently or in teams . While studying at Gippsland Campus, I really enjoyed having insightful discussions with my supervisors
and course mates regarding my research studies. At the end of the program, I decided I wanted to continue to do research work and believed that I was well
equipped with all the basic skills and knowledge needed in pursuing my career. |
