Do you feel as though getting into (or advancing in) industry is difficult—or sometimes impossible? You are not alone. Have you applied to multiple jobs that seem like a good fit for your background, but never heard back after submitting your resume? That is not […]
Many people think that the purpose of a resume is to get a job. It is not. The purpose of your resume is to get you to the next step – a conversation, either on the phone or in person. Your resume introduces you to […]
Constructing a scientific resume geared towards industry positions can be a difficult experience with unique challenges. The often-conflicting advice you may find on the general resume building websites can make it even more confusing. The truth is that advice given for general resume writing doesn’t […]
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 […]