Consortium Seeks to Build Life Sciences Talent Pipeline
The North Carolina Life Sciences Apprenticeship Consortium (NCLSAC) is comprised of life sciences companies that collaborate with academic institutions and nonprofit organizations to build awareness of and access to training and career opportunities in life sciences. Company members implement and sponsor registered apprenticeship programs (RAPs) and provide funding for apprenticeship training.
The NCLSAC is dedicated to investing in, engaging, and retaining NC talent in meaningful and rewarding careers.
NCLSAC By the Numbers
250+
BioWork Scholarships
12
Company Members
14
Training Partners Statewide
90%
Post-apprenticeship Employment Rate
$52.5K
Median Salary
The consortium supports company members by establishing work standards for registered apprenticeships, partnering with academic institutions, leading marketing efforts, and hosting recruiting events.
Current Consortium Industry Members and Community College Support Partners
The map below shows the locations of the community colleges offering BioWork training for process technician and biopharma manufacturing-related certificates, as well as life sciences companies that are currently members of the NCLSAC.
Current NCLSAC Members
Leadership Team
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Chair: Gene Lofton, KBI Biopharma
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Vice-Chair: Pecolia Johnson Scott, Novo Nordisk
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Treasurer: Jenn Petty, Lilly
Learn More About the NC Life Sciences Consortium
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