PostdocTransformation for the scientist leaping into business after the PhD or postdoc
PostdocTransformation for the scientist leaping into business after the PhD or postdoc
Prof. Dr. Eleonore Soei-Winkels, Industrial & Occupational Psychology, IT Strategy, Coach
From the bench to biotech program management, with Dr. Cindy Leiton
57 minutes Posted Feb 8, 2024 at 5:30 am.
Introduction and Guest Welcome
Transition from Academia to Biotech
Challenges and Misconceptions in Career Transition
The Role of a Program Manager in Biotech
Leveraging LinkedIn for Job Search
The Interview Process and Making the Leap
Outlook for Biotech and Pharmaceutical Industry
The Role of a Project Management Professional
Future Plans and Career Progression
Advice for Early Career Scientists
Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Dr. Cindy Leiton is a hispanic in the US, and she shares her incredible journey transforming from a high achieving postdoc to a flourishing biotech professional. With a career in program management, she shares the importance of self-reflection outreach and using platforms like LinkedIn to propel your career. Watch out for her rich insights on the current landscape of the biotech industry and some invaluable career advise for minorities in science. 

Hosted by Prof. Dr. Eleonore Soei-Winkels

Listen to this 58 min episode, as Prof. Dr. Eleonore Soei-Winkels interviews Dr. Cindy Leiton for your career transition!

 

Click here to find the shownotes with the full transcript, all mentioned links to our free career transition resources and Pharmuni!

 

 

In this episode we gift you our free email course with ten email lessons until you start your new job in business!

1) Check your readiness to leap out of science (episode 0001)!

Introducing myself, I share how I capitalized on my PhD as a mom, professor and business owner!

2) How to build your sustainable LinkedIn profile?

3) How to read social media & network?

4) How to research your fave jobs & employers?

5) How to do informational interviews to get insights?

6) How to create your customized applications?

7) How to prepare your thesis from a business POV?

8) How to apply to your fave employers?

9) How to choose the right job offer?

10) How to prepare for your new job?