Using LinkedIn to Create Your Brand and Network
What is LinkedIn and why should you have one? LinkedIn is a social media site like no other. The site is a virtual platform for professionals to connect, share, learn, and network. At any stage in your career, LinkedIn can be a useful tool and can help you “link” up with professionals in your field,Continue reading “Using LinkedIn to Create Your Brand and Network”
Upcoming Career Showcase: Medical Science Liaison
Beyond the PhD is excited to welcome Dr. Leia Shuhaibar, a Medical Science Liaison, for our first hybrid career discovery seminar on Tuesday May 17th at 1pm ET. This event will be streamed via Zoom, as with most of our recent events, but we will have the in-person portion on campus at UConn Health in conjunction with the Cell Biology Department.
Summer Office Hours
This summer, Beyond the PhD is trying something new. We are offering a program called Summer Office Hours. For 4 years, we have offered seminars, networking events, and opportunities for you to build upon your own working documents. So what is the purpose of this program? Well, like many career development groups, we are offeringContinue reading “Summer Office Hours”
Amanda Rendall: Transitioning into an MSL Role
Do you have a passion for teaching and enjoy finding new ways to effectively communicate scientific ideas to the public? If so, a career as a Medical Science Liason (MSL) may be perfect for you. This past month, Beyond the PhD had the pleasure of hosting Dr. Amanda Rendall, an MSL affiliated with AbbVie pharmaceuticalsContinue reading “Amanda Rendall: Transitioning into an MSL Role”
PhD Student Perspective: The Sunk Costs of a PhD
Written by Dominique Martin Finishing up the third year of a dual PhD/MBA, I find myself reflecting more often on the decisions and life events that brought me here. I am both astonished that I made it this far and dreading the fact that I still have a few more years of graduate school toContinue reading “PhD Student Perspective: The Sunk Costs of a PhD”
From PhD to Clinical Research Coordinator
Recently, Beyond the PhD hosted Dr. Hank Hrdlicka to share his career path to becoming a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator at Gaylord Specialty Healthcare’s Milne Institute for Healthcare Innovation in Wallingford, CT. Hank started by giving some background on his educational and career journey. He is originally from Wahoo, Nebraska and attended Nebraska Wesleyan University whereContinue reading “From PhD to Clinical Research Coordinator”
The Non-Linear Path of a Graduate Student
This article describes the personal perspectives of Dr. Brittany Knight and her journey from undergraduate to graduate school and her current role as Program Coordinator of the United States Association for the Study of Pain.
Sai Nivedita Krishnan Personal Perspective
After spending most of my life in the city of Chennai, India, I moved out to the neighboring state of Kerala to begin my (what now seems never ending) academic journey in 2013. In a way, living in a state where I did not know the local language and eating food that looked vaguely familiarContinue reading “Sai Nivedita Krishnan Personal Perspective”
Dr. Chadene Tremaglio “Exploring Career Avenues to Science Education”
One of the most difficult struggles career driven individuals face on a daily basis is successfully balancing work and family life. If you’re anything like me, you’re wondering what is the best way to approach this dilemma. Thankfully, Beyond the PhD had the pleasure of hosting Dr. Chadene Tremaglio this past February, who was able to shed some light on her various struggles related to this topic and provide some insightful advice.
Academic Careers Off the Research Tenure Track
Beyond the PhD recently hosted Dr. Giulia Vigone and Dr. Pamela Monahan who talked about their involvement in academic careers off the tenure track. Both Giulia and Pamela work at Northwestern University in Chicago, IL. They started by talking about their career paths that led them to their current positions in Higher Ed administration. GiuliaContinue reading “Academic Careers Off the Research Tenure Track”
Post-Graduation Job Opportunities: GOglobal Graduate Programs
Merck KGaA’s GOglobal Graduate Programs are made for graduates within one year of earning an MBA, Masters, and/or PhD. Rachel Gilmore one of Beyond the PhD’s Team members recently attended an informational webinar on these programs and decided to share what she learned in this blog article! click to learn more!
Meet Jaden Spring 2022 Campus Ambassador
Jaden Richardson is a junior at the University of Hartford study biology and pre- pharmacy. He graduated from Freeport high school in NY. Click here to learn more about Jaden!
Meet Mariangelie Spring 2022 Campus Ambassador
This Spring Mariangelie Beaudry was selected to participate in Beyond the PhD’s Spring 2022 Campus Ambassador Program. She is a junior at the University of Hartford studying biology. Click here to learn more about Mariangelie.
Register For YOUR chance to WIN!
On March 17th Beyond the PhD will be hosting our Fourth Annual Networking Event from 5:30-7:30pm ET. Our keynote speaker will be Amy Aines, communications strategist, trainer and speaker coach. Register today for a chance to win a copy of her book “Championing Science”
Acknowledging Contributions of Black STEM Professionals
In a recent newsletter from BioCT, a blog post written by J.P. Carroll was shared titled, “Black History Month: Black trailblazers in science and biotechnology that you need to know.” Link to the article is below. Here at Beyond the PhD, we felt sharing this content to our community is important as it helps toContinue reading “Acknowledging Contributions of Black STEM Professionals”
Upcoming Event: Exploring Career Avenues to Science Education
On Feb 22nd at 3pm Beyond the PhD is excited to welcome Dr. Chadene Tremaglio, an Assistant Professor of Biology. Come learn about her diverse career path!
I have my PhD, now what? – The trials and tribulations of an early career professor
A personal perspectives piece from Founder of Beyond the PhD (formally known as AIOG) Dr. Robert Pijewski.
Upcoming Event! Exploring Career Avenues to Science Education
Join us on February 22nd to hear about the path to a career in science education from Dr. Chadene Tremaglio.
Careers in Field Applications at ThermoFisher Scientific
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to work at a company that uses cutting edge technology to solve some of today’s biggest issues, then the following article is for you. Recently, Beyond the PhD hosted a talk by Todd Jensen, a Manager of qPCR Field Application Scientists at ThermoFisher Scientific. Click to read more!
Upcoming Event: Academic Careers Off the Research Tenure Path
Not all academic careers follow the research tenure path! Come learn about teaching and admin positions with Giulia and Pamela on February 10th at 3pm (eastern).
Printing new horizons: a career in bioprinting
In December, Beyond the PhD had the pleasure of hosting Ms. Taciana Pereira, Vice President and General Manager, 3D Systems Corporation to share her journey and discuss careers in tissue engineering. Click here to read more!
PhD Transparency
Natalie Sandlin graduate student at Boston College and coordinator of the Beyond the PhD Ambassador Program shares her thoughts on approaching career exploration.
Upcoming Event: Todd Jensen at Thermo Fisher Scientific
Beyond the PhD welcomes Todd Jensen, a Manager of Field Application Scientists at Thermo Fisher Scientific. Come hear about his career path on Thursday January 20th at 2pm ET.
Career Spotlight: Clinical Research Associate
Recently, Beyond the PhD had the opportunity to sit down with Jason Torres, a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) at Roche, where he shared his background and experiences working in this industry position. Read more here!
Career as Manager of Field Application Scientists
Beyond the PhD welcomes Todd Jensen, a Manager of Field Application Scientists at Thermo Fisher Scientific. Come hear about his career path on Thursday January 20th at 2pm ET.
Save the Date! Spring 2022 Networking Event
This spring we will host our annual networking event on March 17th from 5:30-7:30pm ET using the Gather.Town platform. More details to come soon!
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