Articles Written By Isaiah Hankel, PhD

A bad resume can keep you from getting a position even if you do everything else right. Your resume is often the first written item you will show a potential employer, it’s your first impression. And first impressions are hard to break. Even when presented with facts that contract a first impression, a person will still believe their first impression over the facts (The University of Toronto). You must make the most of that first impression. But to even earn the opportunity to make a first impression your resume needs to stand out. The average corporate job posting attracts 250…

Do you know what are the main differences between an academic and industry environment? Do you want to learn more about the ideal mindset to drive innovative solutions in industry? In this episode of Cheeky Scientist Radio, we interview Dr. Thomas Dooley, who is a PhD scientist and business professional with 3 decades of experience in the biomedical industry and academia, entrepreneur and leader of multiple small biomedical businesses and nonprofits, author of 68 scientific publications and 3 books and inventor with 14 issued patents. He now sits as CEO of Trends in Pharma Development LLC. In this podcast, you’ll…

Every week we scour the internet to find the best industry transition articles for PhDs, so you don't have to. We have two consultants independently search for the most informative articles on networking, CVs/resumes, interviews, transferable skills, academic blues, industry positions, and business acumen. Our consultants vote on a top article for each category and for a top overall article each week. This week's best articles are here.

In this interview with Pallevi Srivastva, PhD, she tells us how she is enjoying developing technologies that will have practical applications. She loves the collaborative industry environment where research is driven by customer need. For her, persistence and networking were key to her successful industry transition.

Every week we scour the internet to find the best industry transition articles for PhDs, so you don't have to. We have two consultants independently search for the most informative articles on networking, CVs/resumes, interviews, transferable skills, academic blues, industry positions, and business acumen. Our consultants vote on a top article for each category and for a top overall article each week. This week's best articles are here.

Wondering how to write a clear and concise professional resume that will actually be read by recruiters and hiring managers? Do you know the difference between an academic and industry resume? In this episode of Cheeky Scientist Radio, we interview Anne Marie Segal, who is a career coach, author and resume writer for attorneys, executives and entrepreneurs. She has worked with hundreds of professionals internationally on career advancement, job interview preparation, leadership development and personal branding. We discuss the nuts and bolts of creating a professional resume and how it fits into your job search strategy. In this podcast, you’ll…

More than 90% of Fortune 500 companies are using Applicant Tracking Software (ATS) to screen candidates’ resumes (JobScan). And, ATS systems reject up to 80% of resumes in a matter of seconds (The Financial Post). It’s no wonder your non-tailored academic-style resume is not getting any response. But, even the best resume could be rejected by ATS. You have no idea what the employer has told the ATS to look for in candidates’ resumes. Even a perfect resume is not enough to get you a job. You need to network and generate referrals so that you can send your resume…

Every week we scour the internet to find the best industry transition articles for PhDs, so you don't have to. We have two consultants independently search for the most informative articles on networking, CVs/resumes, interviews, transferable skills, academic blues, industry positions, and business acumen. Our consultants vote on a top article for each category and for a top overall article each week. This week's best articles are here.

In this interview with Julie Dela Cruz, PhD, she talk about how she used networking and perseverance to successfully transition into industry. She wants other PhDs to know that, as a PhD you are a master of learning and you can learning anything. Julie transitioned from neuroscience into dermatology, and is loving it.

Outside of academia, your PhD is valued and in demand. But, industry is very different from academia. Your PI cannot help you get hired in industry because in industry, more than 50% of new hires come from a direct referral. Industry does not care about a recommendation letter from your PI. Your PI is so focused on surviving academia, that they do not have the time or energy to help you get a job. It is a waste of time trying to keep your PI happy. Doing this will not help you get a job. Instead, you should be implementing…

Every week we scour the internet to find the best industry transition articles for PhDs, so you don't have to. We have two consultants independently search for the most informative articles on networking, CVs/resumes, interviews, transferable skills, academic blues, industry positions, and business acumen. Our consultants vote on a top article for each category and for a top overall article each week. This week's best articles are here.

Have you ever wondered how recruiting works in the biopharmaceutical industry? Do you know how to best position yourself to secure an interview and a job offer in industry? In this episode of Cheeky Scientist Radio, we interview Erin Krolikiewicz, who is Head of US Pharmaceutical Talent Scouting with experience in companies like Genentech, Novartis, Amgen and Boehringer Ingelheim, and shares with us the recruiting and hiring processes in a large pharmaceutical company. In this podcast, you’ll learn: Perspectives from a Talent Specialist about job searchingWhat does a Talent Specialist look for in your industry resume and LinkedIn profileAn outline…