Navigating the transition from academia to industry
Simply put, it can be hard to break into the life sciences industry. Many young professionals face obstacles in identifying the right career path, securing their first job after university and adapting to the differences between academic research and industry expectations.
Voices of Life Sciences is a podcast designed to shed light on this transition, drawing on real people’s experiences. Each episode features firsthand accounts from young professionals who have successfully made the leap, sharing the highs, lows and unexpected lessons they’ve encountered along the way. Their stories are complemented by insights from industry experts, who analyse the key challenges and provide actionable advice to help listeners navigate their own career paths.
If you’re looking for career inspiration and insights, this podcast is for you, whether you’re a student who is just starting to explore their options, a recent graduate looking for guidance or a young professional who’s curious about making the switch to the evolving landscape of the life sciences.
Personal testimonies: Young professionals from diverse backgrounds share their experiences, discussing the pivotal moments and challenges they encountered when transitioning from academia to industry.
Expert insights: A dedicated expert provides detailed analysis, breaking down the main themes emerging from the stories and offering solutions that can help listeners overcome similar hurdles.
Key takeaways: Each episode concludes with practical advice, equipping listeners with strategies they can apply to their own careers. This might relate to how to network effectively, prepare for industry job applications or manage the mental shift from academia to corporate environments.
The podcast is tailored to young professionals and students in life sciences, but it also speaks to recruiters, mentors and anyone interested in how scientific talent is evolving in today’s fast-paced industry.
This section will be updated with new episodes as they are released. Stay tuned for the launch of the next episodes!
EPISODE 1 | SOFT SKILLS AND TRANSITION
Transitioning from academia to industry after a PhD isn’t always straightforward.
This episode highlights the importance of ‘soft skills’ and offers insights on how to name, identify and leverage them.
Choosing industry is not a backup plan or a failure – it’s about finding your path to fulfilment, whatever direction you take.
