The title ought to say it all. I'm considering creating a new tactical cruiser/escort captain and trying to decide on the species/traits.

While the Joined Symbiote bonus is an interesting one to be sure, it seems like the shotgun of mini-bonuses leans much more heavily in the science direction than any other, and as such makes it of somewhat questionable valuable to anyone who does not use science ships. I use cruisers and sometimes escorts myself, so I'm wondering if I'd just be better off with the build I've used previously (Alien with Accurate, Elusive, Soldier and Peak Health).

Any thoughts would be appreciated. Thanks!