With the remote-work revolution in full swing, there has never been a better time to find a solid opportunity to ditch the commute and earn a great living from the comfort of your own home

Life sciences professionals are finding that they no longer need to be tied to a specific location in order to have a successful career. Also, companies are finding out that remote workers are often more productive than their on-site counterparts, and are offering more remote job options as a result.

Remote Job Options in the Life Sciences

Some may think that science-based positions have to be based in a lab, but with recent advancements in technology, there are myriad choices available. To help you in your job search, here are just a few of the remote job options in the life science industry. 

Data Scientist

The field of data science is one that is rapidly growing and offers many opportunities for life science professionals to work remotely. Data scientists are responsible for analyzing and interpreting data to help organizations make better decisions. They use their skills in mathematics, statistics, and computer science to find trends and patterns in data sets.

If you are a life science professional with strong skills in data analysis and interpretation, then a career in data science may be the perfect fit for you. Many data science jobs can be done remotely, giving you the flexibility to work from anywhere in the world.

A bachelor's degree in data science or a related field is typically required for most entry-level data science jobs. However, there are also many positions that do not require formal education such as data analyst or data entry positions. These positions may not pay as much as other data science jobs, but they can provide a good entry point into the field as you familiarize yourself with the work.

Bioinformatician

Bioinformatics is a relatively new field that combines biology and computer science. Bioinformaticians use computer algorithms to analyze and interpret biological data. They often work on projects such as genome sequencing or developing new ways to store and process biological data.

For a position as a Bioinformatician, most employers will require at least a bachelor's degree in bioinformatics or a related field such as computer science or biology. As far as soft-skills go, being able to effectively communicate with both biologists and computer scientists is essential for success in this field.

Regulatory Affairs Specialist

As a regulatory affairs specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring that all products comply with government regulations. You will work with different departments within a company to develop and implement regulatory strategies. This is a great job for those who have a background in science and are interested in working with different government regulations in order to ensure product safety.

In order to be a successful regulatory affairs specialist, you will need to have excellent communication skills, be highly organized, and have strong attention to detail. Employers for these positions are looking for candidates who have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in science, although many regulatory affairs specialists have a master’s degree or higher.

Medical Writer

Medical writing is a great option for those with a background in life sciences. As a medical writer, you will be responsible for creating content for various medical publications. This can include anything from patient education materials to scientific journal articles. Medical writers are in high demand and as a result, there is a great deal of opportunity to work remotely.

Employers of this type of worker typically look for individuals with a degree in life sciences as well as superb writing skills. For technical medical documents, such as journal articles, employers may also require that applicants have experience working with the specific software used to format these types of publications.

It's also important to be able to work independently and meet deadlines. If this sounds like you, then a career in medical writing could be the perfect fit.

Salesforce Administrator

As a Salesforce administrator, you will be responsible for managing the company's customer relationship management (CRM) system. This system is used by sales and marketing teams to track customer interactions and manage leads. You will need to have a strong understanding of Salesforce and be able to configure it to meet the specific needs of your company.

The qualifications for this position include a bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field, as well as experience working with Salesforce. In addition, it's also beneficial to have experience working in the life sciences industry.

Clinical Research Associate

A clinical research associate (CRA) is responsible for overseeing clinical trials and ensuring that they are conducted according to protocol. As a CRA, you will be working with both pharmaceutical companies and research institutes to help develop new drugs and treatments.

While the job of a CRA can be demanding, it is also very rewarding as you will be playing a vital role in the development of new life-saving medicines. And, because CRAs can work remotely, you will have the flexibility to work from anywhere in the world.

To become a CRA, you will need at least a bachelor’s degree in a life science-related field such as biology, chemistry, or nursing. Some employers may also require you to have several years of experience working in the clinical research field.

In general, there are many different types of jobs available for life science professionals. And, thanks to the internet, many of these jobs can be done remotely - especially if it involves writing, data, or administration. So if you want a good work-life balance in addition to exercising your skillset in the life sciences field, just know that you have plenty of options!

Of course, these are just a few examples, and there are many other remote job options available for those with a background in life sciences. To see more remote job options for life science professionals, visit BioSpace's industry-specific job board.