Articles Written By Isaiah Hankel, PhD

These strategies are designed to enhance your job search in 2024, aligning with the current trends and expectations in the job market.

As PhDs, it’s our moral obligation to confront the data. The academic system is more broken than it has ever been for PhDs and there’s no fixing it.

Don't let AI filters dim your career prospects. Adapt, strategize, and remember, your value extends far beyond the confines of academia.

A well-written cover letter is your chance to make a strong first impression, so invest the time to make it compelling and tailored to each job application.

The academic job market presents numerous challenges for PhDs, including oversaturation, funding instability, adjunctification, and the pressure to publish. These factors create a competitive and exclusionary environment, making it difficult for highly qualified candidates to secure tenure-track positions. The solution lies in transitioning into industry roles strategically.

It’s common for PhDs to feel overwhelmed by the salary negotiation process and many sabotage their chances of getting paid well.

Protect your reputation score in your job search. How well your resume does on job boards is tracked and shared.

Dive into what hiring managers want to hear during salary negotiations now, including what salary ranges you can expect this year.

Focus on your adaptability, problem-solving skills, communication, collaboration, and of course, perseverance.

ATSs are used by 99% of Global 500 companies, 66% of large companies, and 35% of small organizations, according to a recent survey from Jobscan.

Despite not having the “manager” title, you were doing just that throughout your PhD and beyond.

In today's fast-paced, data-driven world, the ability to dissect information, predict trends, and provide insightful recommendations is more valuable than ever.