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We have helped and are helping thousands of PhDs transition into their first or next industry career. Our members develop their careers knowledge for life.
Our Members Get Hired At Top Industry Companies
Tao Wang, PhD
R&D Chemist - Canadian Energy Services
Transitioning into industry is a life-and-death issue… You can’t just ‘do it next week’ or ‘try again next year.’ In the CSA private group, most of the suggestions were really helpful. I really like how active the group is, and I like how selfless the other PhDs are.
Alex Portillo, PhD
Non-Systems Inside Sales & Marketing Senior Representative - Bruker Nano Surfaces
I became a member of Cheeky Scientist after struggling for over 3 years to find a full-time teaching position in academia. After a ton of frustration, Cheeky gave me the course materials to successfully transition into an industry career. I’m thrilled to report that I’m now a senior representative at Bruker Nano Surfaces in California.
Teodora Stoica, PhD
Medical Science Liaison - ALZpath Inc.
I’m thrilled to announce my new position as a Medical Science Liaison at ALZpath Inc.! Deep bow of gratitude to the Cheeky Scientist team for their support and guidance, Marianne Chapleau, PhD for networking opportunities and Behnaz Sarrami, MS, PharmD for her inspirational words.
I’m equally passionate about neuroscience, science communication and patient care, and I’m excited to contribute my expertise in my new role and connect with other professionals in the field!
Lilly Jin Xu, PhD
Regulatory Affairs - Novo Nordisk
I learned, in networking, not to expect anything back right away, but to focus on adding value. I also learned how to initiate informational interviews with other Cheeky Scientist members and also outside of the group. I’m still learning from the group.
Disharee Nath, PhD
Associate Medical Director - Mind+Matter
Cheeky Scientist was instrumental for me. I got a lot of guidelines for how to get started, and the biggest decision for me was to make it my priority. Having a very specific set of goals made it easier to focus and put my entire energy into it.
Tanner Mauseth, PhD
Nuclear Materials Research Engineer - Idaho National Laboratory
I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position as a Nuclear Materials Research Engineer at Idaho National Laboratory!
Deepak Kumar, PhD
Global Genomics Services and Project Manager - Agilent Technologies
First of all, the resume template that we get from Cheeky Scientist is absolutely amazing. The moment I did that change, I started getting results. I started getting calls from interviewers. Every third or fourth day, I had an interview.
Dignesh Shah, PhD
Risk Management Lead - Huma
I had several hiccups in drafting my resume. I would upload so many resumes and hear nothing back. I learned from Cheeky that every element needs to be in the right order going in the right direction; you don’t know which element will click. Just dumping everything into a CV won’t work.
Arunima Sikdar, PhD
Senior Data Scientist-Biological Scientist - ASRC Federal/NIEHS-NIH
I ’m thrilled to share that I ’ve embarked on a new journey as Senior Data Scientist-Biological Scientist at ASRC Federal/NIEHS-NIH.
Leaving behind a rewarding experience at UNC Chapel Hill, I am eager to delve into the realm of Biological Science in this exciting new role.
Adwait Ranade, PhD
Medical Manager - MRS, Biopharma Operations - Pfizer
I wanted to change my current job and I had been trying for at least the last six to seven months. I had applied, applied, applied, gone through all the people I know, contacted them, forwarded my resume. I had done every possible thing, applied for 90 or 100 jobs and had not heard back from a single position. I really learned a lot from Cheeky Scientist–how to prevent yourself in an interview situation, what to answer and what not to answer. The most helpful part for me was the salary negotiation guidance, which was phenomenal.
Costas Agalou, PhD
Chief Commissioning Editor & Deputy Editor-in-Chief - Wiley
The thing that really intrigued me about the Cheeky Scientist Association was that it focused on PhD students, and at that time that was exactly what I was looking for. [After joining the Association] the biggest and most immediate benefit that I found was the change of mindset. Every time I was applying for a job I changed my whole approach, from my CV to the end, until I secured a job. I think that was the biggest benefit that I saw in myself.
S M Shamimul Hasan, PhD
Senior Computational Scientist - Mount Sinai Health System
I am excited to share that I joined Mount Sinai Health System as a Senior Computational Scientist in May 2024. Mount Sinai Health System is a leading network of hospitals in New York City, and I am thrilled to be part of the Scientific Computing & Data Division at the Icahn School of Medicine. I look forward to contributing to their cutting-edge healthcare research and advancing scientific innovation.
Siva Purushothuman, PhD
NSW/ACT Territory Manager and Product/Business Development - JB Medical Equipment
As an academic, I never thought I was capable of possessing an Industry position until I joined the Association. The Cheeky Scientist modules helped bridge what I had done in academia into what is needed in industry. Immediately I learned the importance of networking and began setting goals. I was able to make meaningful network connections and find a career in industry.
Ron Hunter, PhD
Senior Scientist - Chemistry, Manufacturing & Control (CMC) - Cardinal Health
I needed to overcome my personal version of imposter syndrome in order to pursue the career and lifestyle I wanted. It wasn’t easy, but the folks at Cheeky Scientist made it possible. I’m now happily employed as a technical director of chemistry at Merieux NutriSciences.
Sunday Akoji, PharmD
Nuclear Pharmacist - Jubilant Radiopharma
I am thrilled to announce that I have joined Jubilant Radiopharma as a Nuclear Pharmacist!
At Jubilant, I will be working with a dedicated team to ensure the safe and effective preparation and dispensing of radiopharmaceuticals, supporting diagnostic imaging and therapy for patients around the world.
I look forward to the challenges and opportunities ahead and to making a meaningful impact in the field of nuclear medicine.
Rebecca Sweet, PhD
Senior Medical Science Liaison - The Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson
I knew that I needed to have aa well-developed strategy in order to be successful. When I joined the Association, I was very far off from a real job search. But having access to CSA’s network was huge.
Vincent Genest, PhD
Associate Partner - McKinsey & Company
During my PhD I considered doing something else, but my main challenge was that I didn’t know what I could do. I started working more on my own I realized that I wasn’t happy as a postdoc and this was not what I wanted to do in my future life. Once I joined the Association, I really shifted my mindset. It was no longer about what can I do with the skills that I have right now, but rather what do I want to do, and then I’ll just frame my approach towards what I want to do. Just this little change in mindset really made the difference.
Sara Jarvis, PhD
Research Accountability & Excellence Manager - American Heart Association
I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position as the Research Accountability and Excellence Manager at the American Heart Association!
Sarah Rodrigues, PhD
Academic and Governmental Consultant - Elsevier
When I joined Cheeky, I started to think about where I wanted to go and what I wanted to do. I was able to work backwards and form a strategy – I wasn’t a victim anymore. Your PI is not responsible for your success… You are.
Ranjani Muralidharan, PhD
Senior Analytical Chemist - Vertellus
Through Cheeky Scientist, I came to know my worth as a PhD. I was working at an environmental remediation firm, which was no way related to my PhD. work. But as soon as I joined the group, the transition plan helped me realize where I want to be.
Kelly Higgins, PhD
Principal Scientist - Geost
I’m excited to announce I’ve started a new position as a Principal Scientist at Geost, a LightRidge Solutions Company! I want to thank the many people who helped with my career transition back into science as well as my new colleagues at GEOST for making me feel so welcome during my first week. I’m looking forward to solving challenging and important problems together!
Paul Mlynarczyk, PhD
Senior Analyst, Post Market Surveillance - Johnson & Johnson
As many of you PhDs have experienced, there’s really not much guidance as to how to structure your resume for industry. That was one challenge for sure, because after uploading my resume in its previous form I usually didn’t get any kind of response. Knowing how to tailor a resume to a specific position was a big challenge, but…after taking care of that it becomes a lot easier.
Zahra Bahrami, PhD
Scientist - 23andMe Therapeutics
I realized during the first years of my PhD that academia was not for me. I convinced myself to join CSA, and I must say that it was one of the best decisions I have made in my life! I was amazed by the amount of resources and support that this excellent community provided.
Na Zhang, PhD
Operations Manager - Eurofins
I’m excited to share that I’ve taken on the role of Operations Manager at Eurofins! Thrilled to embark on this new chapter and eager to make a positive impact in my new position.
Jaesik Hahn, PhD
Sr. Systems Performance Engineer - ASML
The biggest hurdle for me was submitting resumes that would get through the applicant tracking systems and be seen by real human beings. Getting the first phone interview was a challenge for me. The most helpful part of the Association materials for me was the negotiation module, as well as the webinars on the whole process of transitioning to industry. It changed my perspective as a whole. The negotiation module really changed my attitude.
Farzana Alam, PhD
Assistant Professor - Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
CSA helped me to regain my faith in myself. I learned to build my resume, shape my LI profile, prepare for interviews, network, and negotiate.
Rohan Parekh, PhD
Senior Manager, Global Medical Affairs - Merz Aesthetics
I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position as Senior Manager Global Medical Affairs at Merz Aesthetics!
Cristina Pierro, PhD
Senior Consultant Project Lead - Zaz Ventures
For me, the biggest challenge was to overcome the thinking that if you don’t do academic work, you’re worthless. Once I realized that that wasn’t true, then actually taking action was much easier. At that point, the biggest challenge became networking. At first I was skeptical about joining the Association because it is an American company and I didn’t know how helpful the networking would be across the ocean, but because the Association was expanding so much I ended up actually networking in person with other Italians. Once I started networking, that was really a pivotal moment.
Paula Cunha, PhD
Clinical Research Associate - IQVIA
Before joining the Cheeky Scientist Association, I struggled with how to navigate the world and mindset of industry. My network was in academia; I knew I needed to branch out. Once I joined the Association, I felt more confident in my job search. I really enjoy the exclusive private groups because it is a space for PhDs to support one another and build their industry network.
Anchalee Steele, PhD
Laboratory Manager - Harrison Memorial Hospital
I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position as Laboratory Manager at Harrison Memorial Hospital!
Rachel Clemens, PhD
Business Development Manager - Axiom Space
The community itself was incredibly supportive. I don’t think I’ve encountered a more supportive community before. People really would help each other. One of the things in the Cheeky Scientist materials that really helped me was the Transition Plan, and specifically the strategy. Once I had that, it made it a lot easier for me to utilize my network more effectively and also to have a lot more confidence that this was the direction that I wanted to go in.
Marios Tsatsos, PhD
Co-Founder - Adjoin Homes
I was struggling to find the right career path to match my goals and lifestyle. When I decided to join Cheeky Scientist, I discovered the data scientist career path and realized I actually had the skills required for the position. Now, I AM a Data Scientist – at a top company in London, UK.
Liana Algarín, PhD
Human Factors Analyst & Technical SETA - Azimuth Corporation
I’m happy to share that I’ve completed 6 months in my newest position as Human Factors Analyst & Technical SETA at Azimuth Corporation, supporting the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency.
Antonio Martins, PhD
Director, Strategy Realization Healthcare - Merck Group
When I joined the Association, my initial impression was great. It was a bit overwhelming, because the amount of available resources in the Association is really a lot. And when you’re so eager at that stage and really want to get a job, you just want to go through it as fast as you can, absorb it as fast as you can. One thing I found great about it was the webinars, I think the people that were being interviewed were really great. Spot on on their experiences, on the tips they shared. I also found several things in the private group very valuable. One of them was that a lot of the senior members of the CSA reply right away to your questions, as silly as they might sound, and as desperate as they might sound sometimes. They respond to them with an open heart and an open mind.
Sergio Aguedo Mojica, PhD
Senior Field Application Scientist - Nexcelom Bioscience
I joined the Association because after receiving my PhD and doing a postdoc I realized that the academic path I was preparing for was full of insecurity and some peril. There were very few faculty jobs, the funding is scarce, there’s perpetual instability, and “publish or perish” culture makes it very difficult to succeed in that system while maintaining your sanity. So unfortunately I found myself completely unprepared for a job search outside academia. I had been following the Association for something like six months before I finally took the plunge and joined. Immediately after joining I was part of a supportive network of PhDs in the exact same situation. On top of that, the materials on resume building, LinkedIn, networking, and other subjects are extremely useful and practical.
Saud Khalid, PhD
Principal Application Engineer - Fluxo Biomaterials
I’m happy to share that I’m starting a new position as Principal Application Engineer at Fluxo Biomaterials!