Careers in Genomics: Powering Your Future with NGS & Multi-Omics Skills
Date: 02/05/2025
City: Bangalore
State: Karnataka, India
The “Careers in Genomics: Powering Your Future with NGS & Multi-Omics Skills” webinar, hosted by BioTecNika on May 2nd, 2025, brought together aspiring Life Science professionals and seasoned experts to explore the exciting world of Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) and Multi-Omics. Conducted live on YouTube, this 60-minute online session offered a deep dive into the future of Genomics careers, blending academic insight with real-world industry expectations.
Hosted by Mrs. Tithi Saha, the session featured three expert-led talks that focused on Genomics evolution, career trajectories in NGS, and the importance of practical skills for Bioinformatics success. With participants joining from across the country, the event served as a powerful knowledge exchange on how NGS and omics technologies are shaping the future of Healthcare, Research, and Diagnostics.
Webinar Insights from Leaders
Mrs. Tithi Saha
Bioinformatics Trainer | Host
Mrs. Tithi Saha opened the session with a warm welcome, highlighting the growing importance of NGS and multi-omics in modern life sciences. She provided a brief overview of how Genomics has transitioned from traditional laboratory work to data-centric approaches, emphasizing technologies like Single-Cell Sequencing and the integration
of Transcriptomics, Epigenomics, and Proteomics in research. Her talk offered a compelling overview of how Digital Biology is transforming careers and how learners can tap into this rapidly evolving field.
Dr. Shashank Patole
Guest Speaker | Senior Executive – Microbiologist, SGS India Pvt Ltd.
Dr. Patole discussed career pathways in NGS and Multi-omics, emphasizing the academic qualifications and job roles available in this domain. He outlined roles such as Clinical Genomic Analyst, Bioinformatician, Data Scientist (in Life Sciences), wet-lab NGS technician, etc. He shared the latest hiring trends in Government laboratories, Pharmaceutical companies, Diagnostics, and Agri-Genomics using NGS. Drawing from his own experiences, Dr. Patole offered insights into the current job market, key employers in India and abroad, expanding opportunities for life science graduates with NGS skills, and hiring trends in NGS, Bioinformatics & Multi-Omics.
Dr. Nilofer K. Shaikh
Instructor | Computational Cancer Researcher
Dr. Nilofer Shaikh closed the technical session by focusing on skill-building and career readiness. She shared how academic theory must align with industry demands and emphasized the importance of mastering tools like Linux, R, Python, Galaxy, and data visualization platforms. She highlighted the Skills in demand, i.e., Bioinformatics, Data Visualization, and Cloud Tools. She also talked about the benefits of internships, certifications & skill-building steps, hands-on projects, analysis projects in real-world NGS workflows, underscoring how practical learning can boost resumes and practical skills, and employability in the competitive Genomics sector.
Key Highlights of the Webinar
- Insightful Genomics Evolution Overview – Attendees gained a clear understanding of how NGS has evolved and why it’s central to future Research and Diagnostics.
- Clear Career Roadmap – The session detailed academic requirements, job roles, and industry expectations in Genomics, Bioinformatics, and Multi-Omics.
- Skill-Building Strategies – Experts emphasized the tools, platforms, and practical experiences needed to thrive in the Life Science job market.
- Interactive Learning – The session ended with a dynamic Q&A, offering attendees the opportunity to engage directly with the speakers and clarify their career paths.
Catch up on the Careers in Genomics Webinar below:
Expert Speakers:
Dr. Shashank Patole
Dr. Shashank Patole is a Molecular Microbiologist and a Scientific Writer, currently working as a Senior Executive – Microbiologist at SGS India Pvt Ltd. He has a PhD in Life Sciences from NISER Bhubaneswar, and over a decade of experience in Antimicrobial Resistance, Infectious Diseases, and Molecular Biology. Dr. Patole has worked in both academia and industry, contributing to antibody-based therapeutic projects and advanced microbiological research. With hands-on expertise in Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS), Molecular Cloning, DNA Sequencing, and advanced Microbiology Techniques, he continues to guide the next generation of life scientists through his active involvement in scientific communication and mentorship. He is a passionate Science Communicator and has authored multiple research articles, book chapters, and served as a reviewer for top-tier journals including Scientific Reports and BMC Microbiology.
About BioTecNika
BioTecNika is a premier platform dedicated to advancing education and careers in biotechnology, bioinformatics, and life sciences. Through expert-led workshops, internships, and training programs, BioTecNika empowers students, researchers, and professionals to stay ahead in cutting-edge domains such as genomics, computational biology, and AI-driven life sciences. The organization remains committed to bridging the gap between academia and industry and fostering innovation in scientific careers.
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