​This program is part of BioBuzz's Career Catalyst series, a weekly virtual program designed for students, recent grads, and early-career professionals navigating the life sciences industry. Our sessions are intentionally built to foster direct, high-quality access to the industry leaders shaping it.

​Overview

​A job offer is more than a number.

​Salary matters, of course, but it is only one part of the full picture. Bonuses, healthcare, retirement contributions, equity, paid time off, flexibility, tuition support, and professional development benefits can all shape what an offer is really worth and how well it supports your life and long-term goals.

​In this session, we’ll break down what a compensation package actually includes and how to evaluate it with more confidence.

​We’ll talk about how to compare offers, what questions to ask before accepting, and what details people often overlook when they are excited about landing a role. We’ll also discuss how and when to negotiate, what is reasonable to ask for, and how to advocate for yourself professionally during the hiring process.

​Whether you are reviewing your first job offer or preparing for your next move, this session is designed to help you look beyond base pay and understand the full value of what a company is offering.

​Because the best offer is not always the one with the biggest number. It is the one that makes the most sense for your career, your finances, and your future.

​Key Takeaways

1. ​Understand what makes up a full compensation package, including salary, bonuses, healthcare, retirement, equity, paid time off, and professional development support.

2. ​Learn how to compare offers more effectively, so you can look beyond base salary and evaluate overall value.

3. ​Know what questions to ask before accepting a role, including questions about benefits, growth, flexibility, and long-term opportunity.

4. ​Get practical guidance on negotiation, including when to negotiate, what may be open for discussion, and how to approach the conversation professionally.

5. ​Leave with more confidence reviewing future offers, so you can make informed decisions that support both your career and your life.

​Agenda

​6:00 PM — Welcome & Introductions

​6:05 PM — Expert Presentation

​6:30 PM — Live Open Q&A + Career Connections
Ask questions, engage with the speaker(s) and host, and connect the conversation back to your own career journey in life sciences.

​Why Attend?

​Careers are built on connections.

​The people you meet today can become tomorrow's mentor, hiring manager, collaborator, or your biggest advocate. That's why every Career Catalyst session is designed to help you expand your knowledge and your network.

​Every Career Catalyst session, you'll have the opportunity to meet and connect with our expert guest directly, BioBuzz's team, and your peers. Don't miss this opportunity to build the relationships that will help you shape what's next.

​Join us every Wednesday @ 6 PM ET.

​SUBSCRIBE to our Career Catalyst calendar for the full schedule of events.

​About the Speaker

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​About the Host

​​​​Sneha Saggurthi

​Workforce Engagement Lead, BioBuzz

​Sneha Saggurthi is a life sciences professional, educator, and workforce engagement leader passionate about helping people build meaningful careers in biotechnology and beyond.

​As Workforce Engagement Lead at BioBuzz, Sneha develops programs and partnerships that connect students, early-career professionals, educators, and employers across the life sciences ecosystem. She also works as a Learning Strategy Consultant at Veeva Systems, supporting biotechnology and pharmaceutical organizations with training strategies that strengthen quality, compliance, and workforce readiness.

​Sneha’s background spans quality compliance, GxP training, operational excellence, auditing, and professional development. She also serves as an adjunct biotechnology instructor and is actively involved in initiatives that create more accessible pathways into the industry.

​Through Career Catalyst, Sneha brings together professionals, recruiters, advocates, and industry leaders to make life sciences careers feel more understandable and attainable. Her goal is to help participants gain practical tools, learn directly from people across the industry, and recognize how their unique experiences can contribute to improving patients’ lives.

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​Sponsors

​TEDCO

​TEDCO, the Maryland Technology Development Corporation, enhances economic empowerment growth through the fostering of an inclusive entrepreneurial innovation ecosystem. TEDCO identifies, invests in, and helps grow technology and life science-based companies in Maryland.

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​Workforce Genetics

​Workforce Genetics (WGx) is a premier recruiting firm serving the life sciences, MedTech, and healthcare sectors, supporting companies from startup to commercial. The firm delivers transformative talent strategies through retained and executive search, contingent search, and outsourced talent acquisition.

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​​Important Information

​BioBuzz's Career Catalyst sessions are intended to provide insights, guidance, and support for students, recent grads, and early career professionals navigating their careers. These sessions are not a platform for selling services, recruitment pitches, or business solicitations. They are designed for job seekers and those looking to make connections and build community.

​Please be respectful of fellow participants and help ensure this remains a valuable, trusted resource for all. By registering for this session, you agree to abide by BioBuzz's Code of Conduct.

​Participants who engage in solicitation, promotional activity, or behavior that disrupts the intent of the session will be asked to leave. Repeated or serious violations will result in removal from the session and exclusion from future Career Catalyst events.

​Want to be an expert guest?

​If you're interested in sharing your knowledge with the BioBuzz community, get in touch via hello [@] biobuzz.io.