Karieshma Kabani

 

Master of Science (Research) (graduated 2007) and Bachelor of Biomedical Science (graduated 2007).

 

A typical day for me involves:

 

I am part of a team whose goal is to improve the quality of life of patients affected with blood cancers, and to potentially offer curative treatments. It is a rewarding role that is also interesting, because every day is different—as is every patient. My role provides me with the opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary team where I can both teach and learn from staff and colleagues from all over the world.  

 

I started out in a research position at RPA’s Institute of Haematology after the final year of my undergraduate degree and was able to pursue my masters in collaboration with UTS. In the tail end of my masters, a position opened up in the transplantation area and I applied. I was successful in part due to the crossover of skills I learnt during my masters, such as flow cytometry and cell culture.

 

The practical components of my undergraduate degree at UTS Science were very hands on. The knowledge and skills gained both in my undergraduate degree and later in my postgraduate degree, really prepared me well for a career in biomedical science. I was able to successfully combine my postgraduate studies while working at the hospital, the combination of theory and practical knowledge directly translated to my current position.

 

In 2011 I received the UTS Young Alumni Award which enhanced my confidence to continue working in this field. I have also just returned from speaking at a conference in Singapore – the International Society for Cellular Therapies – which was a fantastic experience.