Science
Education
Advocacy
Opportunity

Science that heals.
Careers that grow.

And opening the door for others to do both is the work of a lifetime.

Myettia Peck, M.S., is a biopharmaceutical process engineer, scientist, educator, and patient advocate. She is the founder of M. Peckable LLC and of The M. Peckable Collective, a nonprofit organization. Through both, she is dedicated to advancing scientific education, expanding opportunities in STEM, and empowering individuals through patient advocacy and whole-body stewardship.

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Meet the founder

A scientist who remembers the first door.

For nearly two decades, Myettia Peck has lived with Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS), a chronic inflammatory skin disease that would ultimately become one of the driving forces behind her pursuit of science, medicine, and patient advocacy.

From a young age, Myettia faced the painful reality of living with a condition that had no known cure and limited treatment options. Doctor's appointments often left her feeling discouraged, vulnerable, and misunderstood. She remembers lying on examination tables while medical residents observed and examined her skin, sometimes feeling more like a specimen being studied than a young girl desperately searching for relief. After enduring the discomfort of these examinations, she would often leave with the same disappointing message: there was no cure.

Myettia's full story · 12-minute read

Industry scientist with hands-on biopharmaceutical lab experience
Patient advocate for chronic skin disease awareness and representation
Educator & mentor leading workshops, lab days, and career programs

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What guides us

Four pathways, one purpose.

Science

Rigorous, real-world biopharma expertise, from the lab bench to the patients it serves.

Education

Practical, industry-aligned training that turns STEM knowledge into job-ready skill.

Advocacy

Amplifying people living with chronic skin disease, and making sure every skin tone is seen.

Opportunity

Real doors, real networks, real careers, especially for people who were never handed a map.

M. Peckable Biopharma Academy · For adult learners

Your STEM degree is the key. We show you the door.

Biopharma needs scientists, engineers, analysts, and quality minds, but its language, systems, and hiring paths can feel closed. The Academy translates what you already know into what the industry is hiring for.

Designed for adult learners, 18 and older: college students and recent graduates, career changers, and working professionals.

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Biopharma Foundations

Launching soon. Industry 101: the drug development lifecycle, GMP and GLP, quality systems, and the vocabulary that gets you through an interview.

On-demand video lessons
Glossary & SOP walkthroughs
Certificate of completion

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Flagship

8-week live cohort

Career Accelerator

A guided, cohort-based path from "I have a STEM background" to "I'm interviewing in biopharma," with live sessions, hands-on lab days, and mentors.

Live classes + lab immersion days
Resume translation & mock interviews
Industry mentors & networking

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Career Strategy Sessions

Personalized coaching for career changers and recent grads: a role roadmap, LinkedIn and resume rebuild, and interview prep.

30-minute 1:1 video session
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The accelerator journey

Weeks 1–2Discover
Map the industry: where your degree fits across R&D, manufacturing, quality, and clinical.
Weeks 3–4Build
GMP, documentation, and core lab techniques, practiced the way industry runs them.
Weeks 5–6Practice
Lab immersion, case studies, and mock interviews with working scientists.
Weeks 7–8Launch
Translated resume, targeted applications, mentor intros, and a 90-day plan.

Career map

Explore the biopharma career map.

Eleven career families, 40 roles, and the paths people take between them. Tap a station to explore a family, then open any role to see what the job involves, what schooling it takes, and what it typically pays.

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Salary ranges are estimated U.S. base pay for entry, mid-level, and senior roles, informed by public wage data and recent job postings. Pay varies by region, company, shift, bonus, and equity, so always check current postings near you.

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Fall 2027 cohort

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Cohorts are intentionally small so every adult learner gets real attention. Join the waitlist to hear first about dates, scholarships, and info sessions.

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The M. Peckable Collective · Nonprofit

Chronic skin disease is more than skin deep.

Conditions like eczema, psoriasis, hidradenitis suppurativa, and vitiligo can shape sleep, work, confidence, and mental health. Yet people with darker skin tones are still underrepresented in the research and in the textbook pictures.

Our nonprofit pairs scientific literacy with lived experience to change that, through education, patient community, and a push for representation in research.

Awareness & Education

Plain-language resources that help patients understand their conditions and treatment options.

Patient Voice

Community spaces where people living with skin disease are heard, supported, and amplified.

Representation in Research

Advocating for skin of color in clinical trials, imagery, and the next generation of scientists.

Hidradenitis suppurativa · Research & community

The HS hub.

What's approved, what's coming, who's doing the work, and where the community gathers. Curated by Myettia, who has lived with HS for nearly two decades.

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For education only, not medical advice. Investigational treatments are not FDA-approved and their timelines can change. Talk with a dermatologist about what's right for you.

Ways to give · The M. Peckable Collective

Help it grow.

Every donation goes directly to The M. Peckable Collective, our nonprofit organization. Your gift supports the Academy, scholarships for adult learners, hands-on STEM outreach for people, education and support for people living with chronic skin diseases like hidradenitis suppurativa, and free community events and workshops.

Your generosity helps us advance STEM education, scientific literacy, patient advocacy, and community empowerment.

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Speaking & consulting

A voice from the bench, for the people it serves.

Myettia brings scientific depth, lived perspective, and genuine warmth to stages, classrooms, and boardrooms.

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Breaking Into Biopharma
Translating STEM skills into industry careers, for career changers, grads, and the programs that serve them.
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Navigating Today's Job Market in the Age of AI
Why landing a role feels harder than ever, how AI is changing hiring, and practical ways to stand out and keep going.
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From Bench to Patient
An accessible, engaging look at how medicines are discovered, made, and delivered.
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Building Inclusive Science Pipelines
Practical strategies for organizations growing diverse, job-ready STEM talent.

Keynotes
Panels
Workshops
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Publications & links

The science, in writing.

Published work, industry white papers, and resources from the bench to the boardroom.

Speeding Up Safety: Evaluation of BioFire® Mycoplasma Technology (Minaris white paper, PDF)

Content creation

Science, on camera.

Lab days, career talks, and real conversations about skin health and life in biopharma, made for anyone curious about how science really works.

Behind the whiteboard

Clips & reels

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Brand partnerships & creator collabs.

Science-forward storytelling for biotech, skincare, education, and STEM brands.

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Events & community

Come learn with us.

Oct21
Podcast guest · Media
CarePOD with Dr. Kiplee Bell
Podcast
Myettia joins Dr. Kiplee Bell on CarePOD, a podcast for personal and professional caregivers and the people who advocate for them. About Dr. Kiplee Bell
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Oct23
Attending · Networking
Capital House · Innovation Weekend
10:00 AM–6:00 PM ET Convene, 30 S 17th St, Philadelphia
A full day bringing founders, investors, and Philadelphia's startup community together for connection and deal flow, hosted by 1Philadelphia as part of Innovation Weekend (Oct 21–24). Myettia will be attending and networking. Say hello if you're there!
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Nov07
Attending · Networking
7th Annual She Shines Conference 2026
9:00 AM–5:00 PM ET New Covenant Church, Philadelphia
A one-day conference celebrating and investing in women, with a focus on health and wellness, civic engagement, and spiritual enrichment. This year's theme: She Still Matters! Myettia will be attending and networking. Say hello if you're there!
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Nov14
Speaking · Virtual
Global Conversation on the Future of Care
10:00 AM–2:00 PM ET Virtual premiere
Myettia speaks on What Does the Future of Care Look Like? at this virtual premiere hosted by Impactful Caregiving. CME approval pending.
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Past events & volunteering

Where Myettia has shown up for science, students, and community.

Moments from the community

Career Gauge

Where do you fit in biopharma?

Twelve quick questions, about three minutes. You'll see your top career matches, the kind of workplace to explore first, job titles to search, and your next three steps.

Built from Myettia's experience across bioprocessing, viral vectors, and analytical science
Matches you across 9 career families, from the lab bench to the clinic
Free and anonymous: no email needed. Answers are saved without names to help us improve our programs.

Ready when you are

Discover the biopharma roles that fit how you think and work.

Prefer paper? The printable version is inside the free Starter Guide.

Free download · 27 pages

The Biopharma Career Starter Guide.

Everything Myettia wishes someone had handed her when she was searching for a way into the industry.

How a medicine is made, from cell bank to vial
9 career families with titles to search and skills to build
The printable Career Gauge questionnaire
GMP essentials and interview scenarios
Resume translation, networking scripts, and a 90-day plan

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The story behind M. Peckable · 12-minute read

Beyond the physical pain was an emotional burden she carried quietly. She didn't know anyone else living with the condition, had few people she could turn to for support, and struggled with feelings of embarrassment and shame. For years, she learned to navigate her condition largely in silence.

But somewhere in the midst of that pain, something else was developing: the curiosity of a scientist.

The Kitchen Was Her First Laboratory

Long before she understood scientific research or biopharmaceutical engineering, Myettia began conducting experiments of her own.

Determined to find ways to care for her body during flare-ups, she spent time researching her condition, exploring online resources, and experimenting with ingredients in her family's kitchen. She began making homemade deodorants that wouldn't irritate her skin. What started as a personal effort to find relief eventually caught the attention of her friends, who enjoyed the fragrances of her products so much that they encouraged her to start selling them.

She also began paying close attention to how her body responded to different foods. Over time, she noticed that certain foods appeared to trigger or worsen her flare-ups. Although her doctors at the time did not recognize a connection between her diet and symptoms, Myettia continued observing and learning from her own experiences.

She didn't have formal scientific training or the terminology to describe what she was doing. Yet she was already developing the habits that would later become central to her professional work: curiosity, observation, experimentation, problem-solving, and the willingness to ask questions when existing answers seemed incomplete.

Without realizing it, her journey as a scientist had already begun.

A Mother's Words and a Dream That Seemed Impossible

Throughout her struggles, Myettia's mother would often encourage her with a simple but powerful statement:

"One day, you're going to find a cure for this disease."

At the time, Myettia would often brush off those words. The idea of discovering a cure seemed almost impossible, especially for someone who was still trying to understand her own condition.

Nevertheless, a part of her wanted to help develop the very medicines that could one day improve the lives of people like her.

She just didn't know how.

Although she had always been fascinated by science, she didn't yet know that an entire industry existed around developing, testing, and manufacturing biological medicines. The desire was there, but the pathway remained unclear.

Discovering Science Through Education, Research, and Service

Myettia's interest in science continued to grow through educational opportunities that exposed her to research, public service, and the broader impact of scientific knowledge.

During her early education, she participated in enrichment opportunities such as the Student Environment Development Program sponsored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). She also participated in global mission trips alongside her former primary care physician and mentor, Dr. Deborah Witt, MD, through Glory Unlimited Ministries. These experiences helped deepen her understanding of service, compassion, and the importance of caring for people beyond their immediate medical needs.

During the summer before her sophomore year of college, Myettia found herself disappointed that she had not taken advantage of opportunities to further her education or gain meaningful experience outside the classroom. As the summer came to an end, she reflected on how she had spent her time and made a promise to herself: the following summer would be different.

Determined not to let another summer pass without investing in her personal and professional growth, she committed to researching extracurricular activities, internships, and academic enrichment programs that aligned with her interests in science and medicine. She began doing her due diligence, exploring opportunities, reviewing eligibility requirements, and preparing herself to apply.

That commitment eventually led her to Jefferson College of Life Sciences' undergraduate research program at Thomas Jefferson University.

While attending Mansfield University, Myettia applied to the program for the summer between her sophomore and junior years. To her excitement, she received an acceptance letter. However, that excitement was soon met with an unexpected challenge.

Shortly after her acceptance, the program director informed her that an error had been made. The program was intended for students entering their junior or senior years, and although Myettia had already earned junior-level college credits, she was still classified as a sophomore. The director expressed concerns about whether she was academically prepared for the program and suggested that she defer her acceptance until the following summer.

With the encouragement of her family and mentors, Myettia made a decision that would become one of the most pivotal moments of her academic journey.

She respectfully declined the recommendation to wait and chose to move forward with the opportunity she had earned.

Determined to prove that she was ready, Myettia spent weeks preparing for her first meeting with her principal investigator, Dr. Jianke Zhang, a researcher in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at Thomas Jefferson University. Nervous but eager to make a good impression, she immersed herself in studying scientific concepts, reviewing research materials, and filling her notebook with questions and detailed notes.

When she finally met Dr. Zhang, Myettia was understandably nervous. Despite spending weeks preparing, she still felt uncertain about what to expect and whether she was truly ready for the opportunity. During their first meeting, she showed him the notebook she had carefully filled with research notes and questions. To her surprise, Dr. Zhang was impressed by the initiative, determination, and eagerness to learn reflected in her preparation.

What Myettia initially approached with nervousness became the beginning of a meaningful mentorship and a transformative experience in scientific research.

After the summer program concluded, Dr. Zhang invited Myettia to continue conducting research in his laboratory, allowing her to further develop her scientific knowledge, technical skills, and confidence as an aspiring scientist.

Beyond his expertise as a researcher, Dr. Zhang was an exceptional teacher and mentor whose influence extended far beyond scientific instruction. He encouraged curiosity, discipline, and perseverance, teaching Myettia lessons that would continue to guide her long after her time in his laboratory.

One saying she particularly remembers him by is:

"A river cuts through rock, not because of its power, but because of its persistence."

Those words have remained with Myettia throughout her academic, professional, and personal journey. They serve as a reminder that progress is not always determined by how quickly someone reaches a goal or how naturally success comes, but by the willingness to remain committed despite obstacles, uncertainty, and setbacks.

The experience became a defining moment in her life. Not only did it affirm her passion for research, but it also influenced her decision to transfer from Mansfield University to Thomas Jefferson University to continue her education and pursue new opportunities.

Through her academic dedication and accumulated college credits, Myettia was able to accelerate her educational journey, earning her Associate of Arts, with a major in Biology from Mansfield University and her Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences from Thomas Jefferson University just months apart.

Looking back, the decision to advocate for herself and participate in the summer research program remains one of the best decisions she has ever made. An opportunity she was initially encouraged to postpone became the very experience that helped shape her academic direction and opened doors she had not previously imagined.

It was an early lesson that would follow her throughout her life: sometimes, the opportunities that change one's future require the courage to believe in one's potential before others can fully recognize it.

For much of her early academic journey, Myettia imagined becoming a family medicine physician. Yet, despite her interest in medicine and helping others, she often wrestled with uncertainty about whether that was truly the path she was meant to pursue.

She had a passion for science, a desire to help people, and a personal connection to medicine, but she was still searching for a career that would bring those interests together.

When the Path Forward Was Unclear

After completing her bachelor's degree, Myettia faced an unexpected challenge: finding employment.

Despite her education and experiences, securing a position in her field proved difficult. She eventually began working as a substitute teacher, but not long afterward, the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted her employment.

Suddenly, she found herself without a job and uncertain about her future.

What followed was a season of deep personal reflection. Having spent years pursuing her education, Myettia struggled with feelings of disappointment and a loss of direction. She began questioning her identity, her career choices, and what she was supposed to do next.

During this difficult period, she turned to her Christian faith, seeking God's direction through prayer and fasting.

What happened next would change the course of her life.

An Unexpected Answer to Prayer

Through social media, Myettia connected with someone she had never met in person who shared that they had recently enrolled in a graduate program in Biopharmaceutical Process Engineering at Thomas Jefferson University.

To her surprise, it was a program offered at the very university where she had recently completed her bachelor's degree.

She had never even heard of it.

Curious, she began researching the program and discovered the world of biopharmaceuticals, an industry dedicated to developing and manufacturing advanced medicines derived from living systems. Unlike traditional small-molecule drugs, which are generally produced through chemical synthesis, many biopharmaceuticals are complex biological medicines, such as therapeutic proteins and monoclonal antibodies, designed to act on specific biological targets involved in disease. These therapies have transformed the treatment of conditions ranging from cancer to autoimmune and chronic inflammatory diseases.

As Myettia learned more about the science and engineering behind these medicines, something finally clicked.

For years, she had dreamed of contributing to the development of treatments that could help people living with conditions like hers. Yet she had never known what that career was called or how to enter the field.

Now, for the first time, she had found the language to describe what she had been searching for.

Biopharmaceutical Process Engineering.

What once seemed like a distant dream suddenly became a tangible career path.

For Myettia, the discovery was more than a coincidence. It was an answer to prayer and a reminder that her journey had not been without purpose, even during the seasons when she couldn't see the way forward.

From Patient to Biopharmaceutical Scientist

In May 2021, Myettia became one of the first Black women to graduate with a Master of Science in Biopharmaceutical Process Engineering from Thomas Jefferson University's Jefferson Institute for Bioprocessing (JIB), described as North America's first and only specialized education and training institute dedicated to biopharmaceutical processing.

This achievement represented far more than earning another academic credential. For Myettia, it marked the realization of a dream that began years earlier, when she was a young girl searching for answers about her own health without knowing that a career in developing medicines was even possible.

She went on to build a career in biopharmaceutical research and development, working across upstream bioprocessing, viral vector production, analytical research, and laboratory testing technologies.

Her professional experience includes supporting the development and manufacturing of viral vectors used in advanced therapies, designing and qualifying analytical methods, improving laboratory workflows, and leading scientific investigations. She also played a leading role in the implementation and qualification of a rapid mycoplasma detection method, helping improve testing efficiency while maintaining the quality standards required in regulated biopharmaceutical environments.

Her work has extended beyond the laboratory through scientific presentations, technical writing, industry engagement, and STEM education.

Yet, despite the degrees, technical achievements, and professional experiences, Myettia has never forgotten the young girl who once sat in doctors' offices feeling helpless and unheard.

That young girl remains at the heart of her purpose.

Beyond the Laboratory: Science, Advocacy, and Opportunity

Myettia's journey has taught her that scientific innovation and patient experience should never exist in isolation.

Having lived with Hidradenitis Suppurativa for nearly two decades, she understands firsthand that chronic illness affects far more than the physical body. It can influence emotional well-being, confidence, relationships, mental health, and even one's sense of identity.

Over the years, however, her relationship with her condition has evolved. Through continued learning, careful observation of her body's responses, and intentional wellness and self-care practices, Myettia has experienced significant improvements in managing her HS. What was once characterized by frequent, painful flare-ups has become a condition she now describes as being in remission, with symptoms far less severe than they were during her earlier years.

Her experience has reinforced her belief in the importance of understanding one's body and taking an active role in personal health. From recognizing potential triggers and making thoughtful lifestyle adjustments to prioritizing skincare, nutrition, stress management, and overall well-being, she has learned that caring for her health extends beyond any single treatment or medical appointment.

While Myettia recognizes that HS is a complex inflammatory disease and that what has helped her may not work for everyone, her journey has strengthened her commitment to encouraging others to explore evidence-informed approaches to self-care alongside appropriate medical treatment.

She believes that patients deserve more than a diagnosis. They deserve education, compassionate care, practical resources, and the confidence to ask questions and participate in decisions about their health.

Her experiences have also shaped her understanding of whole-body stewardship—the intentional care of one's physical, mental, and spiritual well-being before, during, and alongside medical treatment.

Beyond patient advocacy, Myettia is equally passionate about education and creating pathways into STEM.

Having experienced the uncertainty of navigating her own career, she recognizes that talent and potential are not always limited by ability, but sometimes by a lack of exposure, access, mentorship, and opportunity.

Through teaching, mentorship, scientific outreach, and community engagement, she hopes to help others discover career pathways they may not have known existed, just as someone once helped her discover biopharmaceutical process engineering.

Building M. Peckable: Where Purpose Meets Possibility

Today, Myettia is the founder of M. Peckable, LLC, an emerging platform through which she is bringing together her passions for science, education, entrepreneurship, and community empowerment.

Her broader vision includes developing accessible STEM education and workforce training opportunities, encouraging entrepreneurship, and building a community that supports individuals navigating chronic inflammatory skin diseases.

Through her developing advocacy initiatives and nonprofit vision, she hopes to create spaces where individuals living with chronic skin conditions can access education, encouragement, resources, and the sense of community she once needed herself.

Although she has accomplished much, Myettia still considers herself a student. She remains committed to lifelong learning and aspires to pursue further education and research focused on Hidradenitis Suppurativa and the immune mechanisms underlying chronic inflammatory diseases.

Her mother's words have never left her. What once seemed impossible has become part of a much larger vision for her future.

A Purpose Greater Than a Profession

At the heart of Myettia's journey is a mission deeply rooted in personal experience, scientific curiosity, and faith:

To bridge the gap between scientific discovery, patient advocacy, and whole-body stewardship.

For Myettia, whole-body stewardship means encouraging individuals to become more informed and intentional about caring for their physical, mental, and spiritual well-being, while recognizing the important role of evidence-based medicine and professional healthcare.

Her story is still being written. But what began with a young girl experimenting in her kitchen, searching for relief from a painful disease, has grown into a life dedicated to scientific advancement, education, advocacy, and service.

Because for Myettia, science was never simply about understanding how medicine works. It was about understanding how that medicine could change someone's life—including her own.

Science that heals.Careers that grow.