Articles Written By Isaiah Hankel, PhD

Join Isaiah as he discusses the many ways PhDs can pursue a career that bridges the gap between academia and industry Here’s a quick rundown of this week’s episode… First, Isaiah reveals 4 exciting career paths that place you on the bridge between academia and industry Next, Isaiah discusses one particular PhD-level career that facilitates the collaboration between universities and biopharmaFinally, Isaiah explains how the rise in R&D partnerships provide PhDs with many career options From This Week’s Show…  Exciting Career Paths That Bridge The Gap Between Industry And Academia As a PhD, do you feel like you’re at a…

Join Isaiah as he describes the many flavors of visas PhDs can choose from when applying to their first industry job Here’s a quick rundown of this week’s episode… First, Isaiah reveals the key to landing an industry job as an international studentNext, Isaiah discusses the many visa options that international PhDs can choose from when applying for jobs in the U.S. Finally, Isaiah explains why sponsorship and visas are not seen as a barrier for employers when they really want to hire you From This Week’s Show…  How International PhDs Can Land An Industry Job Without Sacrificing Their Goals…

Every week, we at Cheeky Scientist scour the Internet for the best articles on topics that help in the search for the Best of Transition: PhD Job Search in the industry. Our two consultants independently search for the most informative articles in the categories of networking, CVs/resumes, interviews, transferable skills, academic blues, industry positions, and business acumen. Our consultants vote on a top article for each category and a top overall article for the week – if it’s a recent article that can help readers find and acquire PhD jobs, then we want to include it in this weekly digest.…

Join Isaiah as he describes the power of saying ‘no’ to asks that don’t help you reach your career objectives Here’s a quick rundown of this week’s episode… First, Isaiah explains how to reassess your priorities and determine time sinks that don’t help you reach your career objectives Next, Isaiah discusses how establishing accountability can help you learn the art of saying ‘no’Finally, Isaiah reveals the difference between big and small ‘no’s’ – and why you should prioritize the former From This Week’s Show…  To Get Out Of The Academic Grind, Start By Assessing Your Priorities Many PhDs wanting to…

When I was offered my first industry job, I was a bag mixed of emotions. I was desperate, relieved, happy, and worried – all at the same time. But the emotion that won out was desperation. I wanted/needed that job so badly that I enthusiastically declared ‘I’ll take it!’ when my new employer shared their conditional offer. What I didn’t realize was how this was going to impact my earning potential – not just now, but for years (even decades!) to come. There’s a reason it’s considered a conditional offer. That’s because employers expect you to negotiate. As one Cheeky…

Join Isaiah as he explains the way to get hired into industry, even when the job market is in contraction Here’s a quick rundown of this week’s episode… First, Isaiah explains what whispers of a recession mean for your industry job search Next, Isaiah reveals the key to remaining a competitive even when jobs become more scarce: a quality industry resumeFinally, Isaiah discusses the skills that speak volumes to hiring managers and should be included on your resume From This Week’s Show…  Recession Proof Your Job Search, Starting With Your Resume If you’re a PhD and you’re dreaming of a…

Every week, we at Cheeky Scientist scour the Internet for the best articles on topics that help in the search for the Best of Transition: PhD Job Search in the industry. Our two consultants independently search for the most informative articles in the categories of networking, CVs/resumes, interviews, transferable skills, academic blues, industry positions, and business acumen. Our consultants vote on a top article for each category and a top overall article for the week – if it’s a recent article that can help readers find and acquire PhD jobs, then we want to include it in this weekly digest.…

Join Isaiah as he covers 4 job search tactics proven to get PhDs hired into industry even during a recession Here’s a quick rundown of this week’s episode… First, Isaiah explains why a fluctuating job market means you need to get hired into industry now Next, Isaiah reveals two key attributes that will impress employers during uncertain timesFinally, Isaiah discusses why you should broaden your industry job search and consider positions that are known to be recession-proof From This Week’s Show…  The Worrisome Impact Of A Fickle Economy On Your Industry Job Search A year ago, the job market was…

Join Isaiah as he describes the top management styles you can expect to encounter in industry (and which ones are successful) Here’s a quick rundown of this week’s episode… First, Isaiah explains why PhDs should know common management styles before walking into an industry interview Next, Isaiah describes three management styles that work in a variety of company environments Finally, Isaiah further reveals two management styles that you can expect to encounter in industry From This Week’s Show…  Why PhDs Should Be Thinking About Their Management Style Before An Interview “What is your management style?” This interview question floors a…

If you asked any PhD in industry what the most uncomfortable part of their interview process was, I guarantee you most would say the salary negotiation. And it makes sense – money is uncomfortable to talk about, no matter the situation. But it’s especially uncomfortable for PhDs. It’s alien territory. You’ve never had to advocate your worth – at least not in terms of monetary compensation. So, when preparing for your interviews, you need to get prepared. Walking into an interview with a negotiation plan will not only calm your nerves, but it will also result an outcome that will…

Join Isaiah as he describes 4 rewarding remote careers that PhDs can pursue all while working from their home office Here’s a quick rundown of this week’s episode… First, Isaiah reveals why remote work is here to stay and what benefits PhDs can enjoy while working remotely Next, Isaiah describes two careers in writing/editing and consulting that provides PhDs with challenging and rewarding careers Finally, Isaiah explains that PhDs can also pursue project management and clinical work, all while working in their home office From This Week’s Show…  Why Remote Work Is The New Norm (And Here To Stay) The…

Every week, we at Cheeky Scientist scour the Internet for the best articles on topics that help in the search for the Best of Transition: PhD Job Search in the industry. Our two consultants independently search for the most informative articles in the categories of networking, CVs/resumes, interviews, transferable skills, academic blues, industry positions, and business acumen. Our consultants vote on a top article for each category and a top overall article for the week – if it’s a recent article that can help readers find and acquire PhD jobs, then we want to include it in this weekly digest.…