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Biotechnology Career Pathways, Capability and Workforce Survey — Revised

Introduction

Thank you for participating in this survey. This survey is being conducted by Master of Biotechnology students at the University of Melbourne as part of an Industry Project in collaboration with Protoscience. The purpose of this survey is to understand how people enter and progress through biotechnology careers, how they develop capability, where career pathways are unclear, and what support is needed to strengthen the future biotechnology workforce. The findings will contribute to an evidence-based industry report or white paper. The survey should take approximately 10 minutes. Responses will be treated confidentially and reported in aggregate. Participation is voluntary.

Section A: Background and Biotechnology Context

Q1. Which sector are you currently most closely connected to?

Single choice — Select one option.
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Q2. Which best describes your current career stage?

Single choice — Select one option.
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Q3. What is your current role or intended biotechnology-related role?

Short answer — Example: Clinical Trial Coordinator.

Q4. What do you like most about your current role, or what attracts you most to your intended role?

Open-ended response — Please answer in 1–3 sentences. Example: I enjoy translating scientific research into practical healthcare solutions.

Q5. What is your primary educational background?

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Q6. Which area of the biotechnology value chain are you currently working in, or most interested in entering?

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Q7. Do you currently have leadership, management, project leadership, or hiring responsibilities?

Multiple choice — Select all that apply.