Georgia BioEd Institute

Georgia BioEd Institute Preparing the life sciences workforce and developing Georgia’s future biotechnology and medtech leaders.

📣 Calling High School STEM Educators!The NSF Engineering Research Center for Cell Manufacturing Technologies (CMaT) is h...
05/28/2026

📣 Calling High School STEM Educators!

The NSF Engineering Research Center for Cell Manufacturing Technologies (CMaT) is hosting a half-day virtual professional development workshop for high school STEM teachers on July 20, 2026, from 1:00–5:00 PM ET.

This interactive workshop will introduce educators to the rapidly growing field of cell and gene therapy manufacturing and explore how biomanufacturing is shaping the future of healthcare and workforce development.

Participants will:
🔬 Learn how cell manufacturing is helping improve patient outcomes
🧪 Explore ways cell manufacturing research has been integrated into high school curriculum
🎓 Discover summer research opportunities for teachers and pre-college students
💼 Gain insight into biomanufacturing career pathways for high school graduates
🤝 Network with educators across CMaT campuses nationwide
💰 Each participating teacher will receive a $250 stipend.

A valuable opportunity for educators looking to bring emerging life sciences and biotechnology concepts into the classroom while connecting students to future-ready careers.

Apply at: https://hubs.la/Q04jb0lq0

Georgia Life Sciences’ Athens BioBash was a huge success. EGC's Kyle Davidson led an impactful discussion that set the s...
05/20/2026

Georgia Life Sciences’ Athens BioBash was a huge success. EGC's Kyle Davidson led an impactful discussion that set the stage for how the Classic City’s unique convergence of research institutions, skilled talent, suppliers, and industry partners positions Athens as a globally connected life sciences hub. Thank you to our speakers, Shelby Day with Meissner, Derek Eberhart with The University of Georgia Innovation Gateway, Tony Endozo with VWR, and Jeff Thompson with Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine.

And a special thank you to our sponsors: Bennett & Pless, Inc., Evans General Contractors, Invest Athens GA, ISPE-CaSA, UCB, The University of Georgia Innovation, and VWR, part of Avantor.

Thank you Creature Comforts Brewing Co. for hosting us!

Dear Friends, Colleagues, and Partners of GLS,Please join us in wishing Megan Heaphy all the best in her next chapter.Du...
05/01/2026

Dear Friends, Colleagues, and Partners of GLS,

Please join us in wishing Megan Heaphy all the best in her next chapter.
During her time with Georgia Life Sciences, Megan played a key role in advancing workforce and education initiatives that strengthen Georgia’s life sciences ecosystem. Through her leadership in programs like the Biotech Teacher Training Initiative and educator engagement efforts, she helped expand hands-on STEM learning, support teachers statewide, and inspire the next generation of life sciences talent.

Her work contributed to building meaningful connections between classrooms and industry - equipping educators with real-world tools, fostering career awareness, and helping grow a more robust, future-ready workforce across Georgia.

We’re grateful for Megan’s dedication, passion for science education, and the lasting impact she’s made on students, educators, and the broader community. She will be missed, and we wish her continued success in all that’s ahead.

We are partnering with CMaT at Georgia Tech again this year to hold a workshop on Thursday, June 11th from 9:30 am-4:00 ...
04/24/2026

We are partnering with CMaT at Georgia Tech again this year to hold a workshop on Thursday, June 11th from 9:30 am-4:00 pm. Join us to learn more about CMaT, their school and teacher programs, and some hands-on activities that introduce students to skills and concepts in cell manufacturing. Learn more and register here: https://hubs.la/Q04dpNkZ0

🚀 We’re hiring! Georgia Life Sciences is seeking a Program Manager to lead our Biotech Teacher Training Initiative (BTTI...
04/23/2026

🚀 We’re hiring!

Georgia Life Sciences is seeking a Program Manager to lead our Biotech Teacher Training Initiative (BTTI) - a flagship program connecting Georgia classrooms to the state’s rapidly growing life sciences workforce. Now in its 7th year, this public-private partnership with the Georgia Department of Education is helping bring real-world science into K–12 classrooms across the state.

This role is ideal for a highly organized, relationship-driven leader who can:
● Connect educators, industry, and public sector partners
● Lead impactful teacher training programs
● Oversee operations of our Equipment Depot
● Help scale a program shaping Georgia’s future workforce

To view the full job posting, visit: https://hubs.la/Q04dhgP-0

If you’re passionate about STEM education, workforce development, and building meaningful partnerships - we want to hear from you.

📩 Apply: [email protected]
📍 Atlanta, GA | Full-Time
👉 Help us equip the next generation of life sciences talent.

🧬 Calling all educators shaping the future biotech workforce!Join Georgia Life Sciences for an engaging Life Sciences Le...
04/23/2026

🧬 Calling all educators shaping the future biotech workforce!

Join Georgia Life Sciences for an engaging Life Sciences Leadership Training for Biotechnology Educators Webinar designed to equip you with the tools, insights, and industry perspective needed to bring real-world relevance into the classroom.

This session will explore how leadership, workforce trends, and industry connections can better prepare students for careers in Georgia’s rapidly growing life sciences ecosystem—where early exposure and educator engagement are critical to building a strong talent pipeline.

Whether you're teaching, advising, or developing curriculum, this webinar offers actionable strategies to strengthen your impact and connect education with industry needs.

🔗 Register today: https://hubs.la/Q04dhfm20

Join us for a Teacher Open House at the Georgia Life Sciences Equipment Depot to shop for classroom supplies and equipme...
03/25/2026

Join us for a Teacher Open House at the Georgia Life Sciences Equipment Depot to shop for classroom supplies and equipment to support your science curriculum.

📅 Dates: Friday, April 3 and Friday, April 10
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: 5002 N. Royal Atlanta Drive, Tucker, GA

This is a great opportunity to discover available resources, ask questions, and find materials that can enhance hands-on learning for your students.

We’ll also have light refreshments available while you browse and connect with fellow educators. Whether you’re looking for lab equipment, instructional materials, or simply want to learn more about what’s available, we hope you’ll join us!

RSVP Here: https://hubs.la/Q048mbGc0

Georgia Life Sciences is a proud supporter of the BioBuilderClub Southeast Student Research Symposium taking place March...
03/05/2026

Georgia Life Sciences is a proud supporter of the BioBuilderClub Southeast Student Research Symposium taking place March 26 at the Brookhaven City Centre. Come see tomorrow's life science leaders in action and celebrate their work as the BioBuilderClub season comes to a close. At the Southeast Final Assembly, student teams from across the southeast gather together to present their projects, exemplifying the imagination, skills, and hope for a better future in bioengineering. Learn more and register here: https://hubs.la/Q045LX8G0

On Saturday, we hosted a workshop with miniPCR’s Kristin Hennessy-McDonald. Kristin walked participants through the upda...
02/20/2026

On Saturday, we hosted a workshop with miniPCR’s Kristin Hennessy-McDonald. Kristin walked participants through the updated Food Safety lab, which now includes a Food Truck scenario. This lab is perfect for a collaboration between Biology/Biotech and Culinary classes to discuss how to trace food-borne illnesses and the importance of proper food handling.

We hope to see you at the next workshop, which will be the miniPCR Sickle Cell Genetics lab with Ally Huang on March 7th! Learn more and register here:
https://hubs.la/Q0440FH50

Thank you to everyone who joined our recent webinar, From Classroom to Cutting-Edge Science: Empowering Georgia’s Future...
02/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined our recent webinar, From Classroom to Cutting-Edge Science: Empowering Georgia’s Future Biotech Workforce.

We’re grateful to our outstanding speakers—Juan-Carlos Aguilar (Georgia Department of Education), Janet Standeven, and Kate Sharer (Lambert High School)—for sharing powerful insights on how hands-on education, mentorship, and real-world research experiences are shaping Georgia’s future life sciences talent.

Missed the live event or want to revisit the conversation?
👉 Watch or download the webinar recording here: https://hubs.la/Q0421j660

The discussion reinforced how initiatives like the GLS Biotech Teacher Training Initiative (BTTI) are helping bridge the gap between classrooms and careers—and what it will take to scale these opportunities statewide.

Interested in supporting this work through program sponsorship or partnership? Contact Dr. Phil Gibson to learn how you can help strengthen Georgia’s biotech workforce pipeline.

Webinar - From Classroom to Cutting-Edge Science: Empowering Georgia’s Future Biotech Workforce📅 February 4 | 4:00–5:00 ...
01/14/2026

Webinar - From Classroom to Cutting-Edge Science: Empowering Georgia’s Future Biotech Workforce
📅 February 4 | 4:00–5:00 p.m. EST

This webinar will spotlight how innovative, hands-on education and initiatives are preparing Georgia’s students to tackle real-world scientific challenges and fuel the state’s growing life sciences ecosystem.

Hear from:
- Juan-Carlos Aguilar, Director of Innovative Programs and Research, Georgia Department of Education
- Dr. Phil Gibson, Executive Director, Georgia Life Sciences Institute (moderator)
- Kate Sharer, iGEM Program Director, Lambert High School
- Janet Standeven, GLS educator community leader and nationally recognized innovator featured on 60 Minutes

Together, they will discuss the importance of equipping students with critical skills, mentorship, and exposure to real-world .

👉 To RSVP, visit https://hubs.la/Q03-LwD50

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