Build a stronger biotech network—without doing it alone.
Biotech Networks Connect brings scientists, industry professionals, mentors, job seekers, marketers and regional biotech communities together in one focused online space.
Find relevant people, discover networking opportunities, develop your career and stay connected to the life science community between events.
Networking should be more than collecting contacts
Life science careers are built through relationships: research teams, conferences, collaborators, mentors, professional associations and trusted colleagues. BN Connect helps you turn those scattered interactions into an active and relevant professional community.
One community. Multiple ways to connect.
BN Connect is organized into focused spaces so you can participate in the parts of the community that are most useful to you.
The BN Networking Calendar
Spend less time searching for biotech events
Networking opportunities are often scattered across association websites, registration platforms, LinkedIn posts, email lists and regional calendars.
The BN Networking Calendar brings relevant opportunities together in one place and organizes in-person events by region. Listings link to the outside organization’s registration page, so you can quickly find the details and decide which events support your goals.
- In person, inclusive events
- Regional event categories to help you plan
- Events selected for their networking value
- External registration links
“The best networking event is not necessarily the biggest event. It is the one that helps you meet the right people for your goals.”
Career development with community support
BN Connect’s mentoring programs help life science professionals move from information to action.
Our first mentoring cohort brought together 42 mentees and 17 mentors for group discussions, one-to-one mentoring, presentations and career-development resources. Program materials received particularly strong satisfaction ratings from participants.
On Demand Mentoring Program
Connect nationally. Build relationships locally.
Biotech Networks has supported regional life science communities since 2008. BN Connect extends those communities online so members can stay connected throughout the year.
Regional spaces may be used to:
- Meet scientists and industry professionals in your area
- Share regional events, news and opportunities
- Participate in small virtual networking rooms
- Suggest or help organize local events
- Connect with people before attending in-person programs
- Provide feedback on what your regional community needs
Current regional communities include:
Boston/Cambridge, San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, Washington/Oregon, DC/Maryland/Virginia, Pennsylvania/New Jersey/New York and North Carolina.
Additional communities and regional partnerships will be added as BN Connect grows.
Who is BN Connect for?
Scientists and Researchers
Expand your professional network, learn about industry and connect with peers beyond your immediate workplace or institution.
Job Seekers and Career Explorers
Clarify your goals, improve your materials, practice networking and gain insight from people with industry experience.
Experienced Professionals and Mentors
Share your knowledge, support emerging professionals and connect with other leaders in the life science community.
Businesses and Service Providers
Participate constructively in the community, develop relationships, access professional education and share relevant opportunities through approved promotional features.
Choose the level that fits your goals
Start with a free profile or select a membership that provides access to regional spaces, career resources, mentoring, professional education or business features.
| Feature | Free | Connector | Career Connector | Business Connector |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Member profile and chat | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Search and connect with members | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| BN Networking Calendar | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Regional spaces and virtual events | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Topic spaces (planned events) | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mentoring programs and career resources | — | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Approved promotional posts | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Biotech Networks University | — | — | Selected access | ✓ |
| Monthly price | Free | $3.99 | $7.99 | $14.99 |
Membership benefits, course access and promotional features may be updated as BN Connect grows. Confirm the current benefits and pricing during registration.
A community built for connection—not spam
Members are expected to participate respectfully, follow the BN Connect Code of Conduct and focus on building useful professional relationships.
Promotional activity is limited to the appropriate membership level and designated spaces. Unsolicited selling, repetitive promotion and spam are not permitted.
Good community participation includes:
- Completing your member profile
- Introducing yourself clearly
- Asking thoughtful questions
- Sharing relevant resources
- Supporting other members
- Following up after meaningful conversations
Your next valuable biotech connection may already be here.
Join Biotech Networks Connect and become part of a national life science community designed to help professionals connect, learn and grow.
