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Best Industry Transition Articles Of The Week For PhDs (December 3rd, 2017)
By: Isaiah Hankel, PhD
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.
Industry Transition Spotlight: Desyree Jesus, PhD
By: Isaiah Hankel, PhD
In this interview with Desyree Jesus, PhD, she explains how she is enjoying the truly collaborative environment in industry. And she has transitioned into a position that she loves and is good at, being named one of the top performers of the year!
Top 5 Careers for Engineering PhDs
By: Tavis Mendez, PhD
The world of engineering has an array of choices available to PhDs. The time to start understanding what is available to you is now. The sooner you begin networking with industry professionals, the better your chances are for landing a job outside of academia. You are doing your career a disservice by limiting yourself to academia. In industry, your engineering PhD can earn you a position in chemical engineering, biomedical engineering, aerospace engineering, computer software engineering, or telecommunications engineering. The choice is yours to make.
Best Industry Transition Articles Of The Week For PhDs (November 26th, 2017)
By: Isaiah Hankel, PhD
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.
Industry Transition Spotlight: Seila Selimovic, PhD
By: Isaiah Hankel, PhD
In this interview with Seila Selimovic, PhD, she explains how it was her persistent networking that got her the interview and her excellent credentials that got her the job. As a PhD you have many advantages over other job candidates, but without networking you will likely be ignored.
3 Top Business Career Options For PhDs Regardless Of Background
By: Aditya Sharma, PhD
Many PhDs may not think that going into a business career is an option for them. However, there is an increasing demand for PhDs, and their expertise, within the business world. Not only do PhDs have the research and analytical skills needed for these positions, they are highly self-motivated. You could transition into a management consulting role, a business development role, or become an entrepreneur and start your own business. PhDs know how to be resilient in the face of uncertainties. These skills make PhDs extremely well-equipped to succeed in business.
Best Industry Transition Articles Of The Week For PhDs (November 19th, 2017)
By: Isaiah Hankel, PhD
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.
How To Know If A Medical Science Liaison (MSL) Job Is Right For You
By: Yuri
Medical Science Liaison, or MSL, positions are increasingly popular among PhDs for a reason. According to the U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics, medical professions such as MSL roles are among the fastest growing industries between 2012 and 2022.These roles are also expected to be paid very well. Payscale estimates that MSLs will continue to earn a median salary of over $100,000 USD a year. The best news is that top companies currently hiring MSLs favor hiring PhDs over PharmDs (30.9% and 30.1%, respectively). The key to transitioning into your first MSL role will be networking and aligning your transferable skills with this special career choice. Here are 5 other things PhDs must do to transition into an MSL position.
Industry Transition Spotlight: Morgan Bye, PhD
By: Isaiah Hankel, PhD
In this interview with Morgan H. Bye, PhD, he talks about how his position in industry has an almost immediate and tangible impact on patients, something that he only saw happening in the very distant future during his academic career. He reminds PhDs that they are valuable, and that no matter what their academic careers looks like there is a position in industry where they can thrive.
5 Ways To Find The Name Of The Person To Address Your Cover Letter To
By: Gemma Paech, Ph.D.
Job postings usually do not include the name of the person who you should address your cover letter to. And, you may be tempted to address your cover letter, “To Whom It May Concern”. Doing this will set you up to fail. Take the initiative to find out whose name you should put on your cover letter. Always call the company first if you are not sure who to address the cover letter to. Then, if that doesn’t work, you can try other tactics such as networking, reading the job posting more thoroughly, finding out who your supervisor would be, and searching online. When you do find out who you should address your cover letter to, you will present as a much stronger candidate and will be more likely to succeed in getting an interview.
Best Industry Transition Articles Of The Week For PhDs (November 12th, 2017)
By: Isaiah Hankel, PhD
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.
Best Industry Transition Articles Of The Week For PhDs (November 5th, 2017)
By: Isaiah Hankel, PhD
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.