Molly Mevis
Specialist II, Regulatory Affairs - Fresenius Kabi
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Where did you grow up?
Chicago Suburbs
Who was your favorite teacher, and why?
My high school biology teacher. I remember being nervous because I was assigned to the notoriously difficult teacher’s class, but I ended up being challenged in a great way and discovering a passion for biology. Being pushed to study and work hard was a valuable skill and something that I learned I enjoyed.
What inspired you to pursue a career in STEM/Healthcare?
I knew I wanted to pursue biology from the class I took in high school, but I didn’t know any career opportunities other than being a doctor or researcher. I knew I wasn’t interested in being a doctor, so I thought I would go into research. However, in college, I decide that I wanted to start working instead of going directly into a graduate school program. I learned about other job opportunities for biology majors from a school career fair, and accepted a job offer to work as a microbiologist in a pharmaceutical quality control lab.
What were your moments of fear/challenges in your career?
I have learned that the opportunities that scare me are the ones that often turn out to be the most valuable. within my current workplace, I have been challenged to take on big projects that I might not have felt ready for but have been able to find success by taking things one step at a time and asking for support when I need it.
What are some of the innovations in science that you are most excited about?
Within healthcare, I am especially excited about the increased investment and attention in the “Femtech” space, which is dedicated to the development of new technologies and services specific to women’s health. Women’s health historically has been under-invested in and under-researched, and it is exciting to see this start to change.
What’s next for you?/What would you like to do when you “grow up’? (retire, etc.)/ what is something you hope to accomplish in the future?
I don’t have a detailed map for my future, but I want to continue to grow and be challenged throughout my entire career. I also want to provide support and resources to younger generations in their career journeys.
Current book/book you love?
The Emperor of All Maladies by Siddhartha Mukherjee is a book about the history of efforts to treat cancer, but it reads like a novel. I read it in high school, and it also encouraged my passion for studying biology.
Favorite website/blog/”guilty pleasure”/fun?
Listening to true crime podcasts.
