From Clearing to Senior Biomedical Scientist, with Jemima and Holly

What if your first choice doesn't work out? Holly speaks with Cardiff Met Biomedical Science graduate Jemima about finding her career after missing out on her original plan to become a dentist. She got onto Biomedical Science through Clearing and says it was one of the best decisions she made.Jemima now works as a Senior Biomedical Scientist at the Welsh Blood Service. She talks about working in the NHS, finding her feet after graduation, and the twists and turns that led to her current role. Expect practical advice on applications, interviews and building experience, delivered with Jemima's brilliant dry sense of humour.In this episode…00:33 Meet Jemima00:52 Dentistry to Biomed02:33 Welsh Blood Service Role04:33 Work Culture and Routine06:04 Graduation Worries07:02 Horrific Microbiology08:25 Landing the Dream Job09:39 Job Search and Applications11:39 Interview Tips That Work12:40 Quickfire Questions15:56 When I Grow Up18:01 Motivation and Mindset19:17 Finding Your Science Path20:32 Clearing and Choosing Cardiff22:05 Accreditation and Career Goals24:15 Skill Spotlight: Adaptability25:50 Cardiff Student Life and Learning27:38 Wrap