​Should I Stay or Should I Go?
Migration and Career Decisions in Life Science

​In life science, international mobility is often presented as a natural part of a successful career. But behind every move, return, or decision to stay, there's a much more personal story.

​Who gets to move freely? What makes a place feel like home? And how much of ourselves do we compromise for a career?

​Join VIXE for an evening of honest conversations about migration, identity, belonging, and career decisions in life science.

​Through personal stories, we'll explore the opportunities, trade-offs, and sometimes uncomfortable realities of building careers across borders. And because we're meeting in Gdańsk, we'll also ask: What makes a city worth staying in?

​Whether you're a researcher, student, biotech founder, pharma professional, international newcomer, returnee, or someone whose career doesn't quite fit the usual boxes - there's a place for you in this conversation.

​What to expect

​Meet our panelists

​👤 Łukasz Rąbalski — Founder and CEO @ VAXICAN

​👤 Aleksandra Rutkowska — Research Group Leader @ Medical University of Gdańsk

​👤 Manuel Teodoro Tenango — R programmer @ LEO Pharma

​👤 Ines Papak — Postdoctoral Researcher @ Medical University of Gdansk

​Agenda

• ​18:00–18:30 - Welcome & introductions

• ​18:30–20:00 - Panel discussion & Q&A

• ​20:00–20:30 - Interactive community discussion

• ​20:30–22:00 - Networking

​The event will be held in English, with Polish-language support available if needed.

​Participation is free, but registration is required. Places are limited.

more about VIXE: www.vixe.life
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Dofinansowano ze środków Miasta Gdańska. Projekt realizowany w ramach Gdańskiego Funduszu Równości.