Her Story
About Rubeena
Rubeena Banu graduated with her degree in India in 2024 and obtained her pharmacy license in that country. After working briefly as an online pharmacist for Apollo Corporation, she moved to the United States to pursue a master's degree in pharmaceutical biochemistry at Montclair State University. At the university, she serves as a research assistant in a professor's laboratory, where she synthesizes new compounds featuring an oxidazole ring and has identified two novel molecules to date. She also works as a supplemental instructor for several courses. Banu attributes her success to embracing the process of growth and work, having begun her journey independently without initial family support. She values strong work ethics, organization, discipline, and determination in both her professional and personal life. Her career goal is to complete a PhD and become an organic synthesis scientist focused on product development.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Rubeena
01What do you attribute your success to?
I was alone when I started this journey. My parents were not that supportive initially... I feel like even now, today, I achieved something... success is something you have to enjoy your process of growth, process of work, and everything.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I received from my professors... initial period is quite tough... hard work which we put in, the dedication... Grab the opportunity and work as much as you can, and ask as much as questions.
03What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
For me, work ethics is important... I have to be organized... disciplined... determined... Even in my personal life, I don't let my emotions affect my failure or my personal well-being.
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