PostdocTransformation Show
Invest in your PostdocTransformation! This is the seasonal show that helps scientists leap into business after the PhD! In every episode, we have actionable advice for your career transition into business. Don’t want to waste your time & effort with applying to the wrong employer? Then nominate your employer of choice, and we will ask bold questions informing your job applications! If you represent a company that recruits PhD holders, become a sponsor of our show and you can showcase potential roles for our audience in dynamic podcast ads. If you offer a service that supports PhD students finishing the PhD or PhD holders thriving in their business careers, we want to showcase your service via an interview episode! If you want to share your career transition journey to inspire our audience, we want to interview you for an episode!
Episodes
In this episode of the PostdocTransformation show, you will learn the critical need to embrace AI for your future of work to become employable in the rapidly changing job market in business. You will understand the importance of engaging in AI exploration side projects, discover skills that will be in demand, and get guidance on your career transition. You will be warned about the future potential disruptions caused by AI which wil...
In this episode of the PostdocTransformation show, you will be inspired by Pamela Maruschke, an appreciated mentor and leadership role model. We discuss Pamela's journey from a managing director at Accenture, with experience as a partner at IBM, to her current role at Slalom. Our personal conversation highlights her values for life, her four-day workweek due to social responsibilities, and her mentorship principles. Let her way of ...
In this episode of the PostdocTransformation show, you’ll learn, why you must bet on yourself for your future! Knowing your vision of life and what motivates you at the workplace, recognizing and celebrating your small wins will reinforce you for and on your upcoming career leap.
You’ll understand, how you can develop self-efficacy, so you believe in your capabilities to do whatever it takes to succeed in your new job role, compan...
In this PostdocTransformation Show episode, Dr. Christine Solf shares her journey from German sociology research to a director role in a globally leading consulting company. Discussions revolve around leveraging social science skills in corporate innovation roles, networking tips, and reflections on transitioning from academia to business. Listening will inspire you to embark on your high impact development journey, as she discusse...
In this PostdocTransformation Show episode, Dr. Irène Kilubi shares her experience from being employed as a consultant based on her industrial engineering background and growing into entrepreneurship with two marketing boutiques. She shares her strategies and insights for individuals transitioning from academia to business, discussing personal growth, early supporter networking, humility, continuous learning, mental health, and gra...
In this PostdocTransformation Show episode, Candice Zarrei from Pharmuni shares #FutureOfWork opportunities in careers in the pharmaceutical industry. The interview includes advice on employability skills, the importance of continuous learning and personal branding, and opportunities within startups and SMEs.
Additionally, it discusses ethical considerations, misconceptions, and essential skills for success in a corporate pharmace...
In this PostdocTransformation Show episode, Prof. Dr. Richa Chandra & Dr. Amber Miller from WISEcast talk with Prof. Dr. Eleonore Soei-Winkels about the challenges faced by women in STEM, particularly in academia, focusing on microaggressions, intersectionality, and barriers to career progression. They highlight the importance of empowering women and daughters, advocating for diversity in hiring practices, and transitioning in...
In this PostdocTransformation Show episode, Dr. Tina Persson shares her coaching expertise on leadership and self-awareness for scientists transitioning into the business world. Gain insights on personal development, the challenges of academia to industry shift, and the importance of adaptability in a fast-changing job market.
Listen to this 44 min episode, as Prof. Dr. Eleonore Soei-Winkels interviews Dr. Tina Persson for your car...
This is a must-listen for (international) researchers teaching students in Germany or aspiring to come to Germany. Kicking off season 4 of the PostdocTransformation show, Dr. Kristin Eichhorn is back and speaks with Dr. Amrei Bahr about the challenges facing German academia, including issues related to democracy, precarious working conditions, and the #IchBinHanna movement. They emphasize the importance of academia taking a stand, ...
Welcome to the #PostdocTransformation show for scientists leaping into business!
With our seasonal show, we connect scientists with companies in many industries, who are recruiting PhD holders and postdocs for various business roles.
For all full transcripts and free career transition resources, click here.
To help you transition your career, we have many actionable solo episodes as I am a seasoned professor for industrial and o...
In this episode of the PostdocTransformation show, you're encouraged to reflect on career and family. Having invested into your bachelor, master, doctorate, postdoc and /or even professorship, it’s a life hack to consider factors like shared responsibilities, career flexibility, communication, long-term planning, and building a support network as you leap into business or industries. We also offer a free email course for your caree...
If you are looking for a job, you need to know the recruiter's perspective. Welcome to this PostdocTransformation show episode. We proudly present Beth Horsley from the UK, who is a partner at Page Executive, the executive search division of PageGroup. PageGroup changes lives by creating opportunities for people to reach their potential, this includes the clients, candidates and employees.
Beth Horsley elucidates the job search pro...
Dr. Cindy Leiton is a hispanic in the US, and she shares her incredible journey transforming from a high achieving postdoc to a flourishing biotech professional. With a career in program management, she shares the importance of self-reflection outreach and using platforms like LinkedIn to propel your career. Watch out for her rich insights on the current landscape of the biotech industry and some invaluable career advise for minori...
Learn from Dr. Rima Dey, an engineer and career elevation coach in India, why upscaling and emotional intelligence is important, not only for STEM professionals. In this PostdocTransformation show interviews, she shares valuable insights, practical tips for your for navigating job interviews and salary negotiations. She showcases her valuable career transition resources to help you jumpstart your career leap into business.
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Discover the inspiring journey of Dr. Ana de Almeida Kumlien, recipient of the prestigious Marie-Curie postdoc fellowship, as she shares valuable insights and practical tips for early career scientists venturing into business. Don’t accept a badly paid postdoc, without listening to this episode of the PostdocTransformation show! Learn, how she networks interdisciplinary to create a purposeful career capitalizing on her scientific a...
If you are a researcher, you don't want to miss Dr. Holly Prescott, a career advisor who shares her expertise on this #PostdocTransformation show episode. She sheds light into the challenges faced by doctoral students and postdoc scientists in navigating their career paths. She stresses the importance of transparent communication and the admissions process and the need for support from supervisors to help students explore career op...
Why being authentic in your job search saves your mental health? Let Prof. Dr. Eleonore Soei-Winkels guide you to strategically in your job search outside of academia. Starting from the pressure to conform and the mental toll of imposter syndrome, you’ll appreciate the alignment of your own values with those of your potential employer and the right job-person-fit. You’ll learn why building genuine connections, embracing your unique...
Are you an international early career scientist looking for a PhD program or postdoc position in Germany? Well, in this rare interview, I sit down with Privatdozentin Dr. Kristin Eichhorn, coauthor of the book #IchBinHanna as she discusses the precarity in academic employment. From the hierarchical system in Germany to the struggles faced by post-docs Kristin sheds light on the realities of being a researcher. Discover why she co. ...
If you are strong in scientific methods, do you want to know, how you can leverage your strength into the decision-making context in business? In this PostdocTransformation show episode, Dr. Emily Rosenthal from the US (see her LinkedIn profile) will make you see how you can transfer your quantitative and qualitative research skills. In her own business, Masters of the Day - with Dr. Emily, she helps leaders in the boardroom and /...
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