The transition from academia to industry can be challenging. One challenge is finding a position that doesn’t require prior industry experience. (Because of this, we periodically compile a list of jobs around the country that are looking for scientists like you who do not need prior […]
Are you an academic scientist trying to make the jump into industry, but find that most positions require prior industry experience? Seeing all those job postings may have left you feeling defeated. That is why with every post I write, I compile a list of […]
Making the first step into industry from an academic or private research institution position can be a lengthy process that is often discouraging. You may have already found that the majority of industry positions require job candidates to already have industry experience. So how can […]
How long does it take to find and start a job? That’s a question we often hear. Of course, it all depends but some general timelines might help you understand that NOW is the time to start because it can often take six months to […]
If you are an academic scientist wanting to transition into industry, you may have felt overwhelmed and unsure about how to take that step. You may have already applied to many positions that seemed perfect for you, but never even heard back from the companies […]
As scientists, it’s hard to think about bragging on our accomplishments or extolling our results. But being able to communicate our contributions is key to advancing our careers. In scientific writing, we are taught to use a passive, third person style. We talk about things […]
Likely, you have had a faculty member write a letter of recommendation for you. We use letters of recommendation to get into academic programs, apply for grants and scholarships, or apply for stipends and awards. The letter writer assesses your qualities, characteristics, and capabilities to […]
Are you ready to make the jump out of academia and into industry? Your very first step to getting on a career path in industry is to put together a resume. But writing a scientific resume can be difficult, and there doesn’t seem to be […]
You may read that resumes should only be one page, or a maximum of two. You might read that that one page per ten years experience is the rule. Scientific resumes occupy a rather unique niche–especially if you are a graduate student or postdoctoral scientist. […]
Resumes and C.V.s differ in important ways, though the terms are often used interchangeably. Don’t be fooled, though. If you want to move into, or advance in, industry, you will need an industry friendly resume. While the scientific approach to discovery may not be much […]