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Research Collaboration: A Path Beyond the Academy

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Dr. Melissa M. Moore graduated with a PhD in Communication and a lot of uncertainty. She now is happily working at YouGov, Inc. as a Project Manager, where she collaborates with a large range of clients (academic, industry, government, non-profit) … Read more

Research Collaboration: A Path Beyond the Academy

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Dr. Melissa M. Moore graduated with a PhD in Communication and a lot of uncertainty. She now is happily working at YouGov, Inc. as a Project Manager, where she collaborates with a large range of clients (academic, industry, government, non-profit) … Read more

A Political Scientist Builds a Career in Data Science

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Demand for social scientists is soaring across a range of industries and enterprises, from policy work to technology-enabled ventures. Jake Rothschild, PhD, currently Senior Data Scientist at Verasight, a leading data-driven consumer research and survey firm, will talk about his … Read more

A Political Scientist Builds a Career in Data Science

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Demand for social scientists is soaring across a range of industries and enterprises, from policy work to technology-enabled ventures. Jake Rothschild, PhD, currently Senior Data Scientist at Verasight, a leading data-driven consumer research and survey firm, will talk about his … Read more

Building Your Professional Brand as a PhD

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Are you someone who struggles with the question: “tell me about yourself?” If so, you are not alone. Throughout our university experiences we often devote ourselves to academic research and learning but find it difficult to talk about ourselves to … Read more

Building Your Professional Brand as a PhD

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Are you someone who struggles with the question: “tell me about yourself?” If so, you are not alone. Throughout our university experiences we often devote ourselves to academic research and learning but find it difficult to talk about ourselves to … Read more

How PhDs are Building Careers in Science Start-ups

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Discussion with Dr Yussuf Uddin, Head of Talent, KdT Ventures. With some of the most dynamic and innovative science work being done inside start-up ventures, what opportunities exist for PhDs? And how might they prepare for and build a career … Read more

Gaming and Career Paths: A Discussion with Dr. Jon Tam

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With Dr Jon Tam, Career Coach, UX Research Manager at Warner Bros. Dr. Jon Tam has developed a successful career coaching business (with a core focus on PhDs) and works as a UX Research Manager in the fast-paced gaming sector. … Read more

Turning a PhD to Consulting and Start-Up Careers

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PhDs in the sciences and humanities are in high-demand from the world's leading consultancies as well as new and innovative start-ups. But navigating the transition from academic work can be challenging.  Nick Edwards completed his PhD in Neuroscience at Brown University … Read more

Balancing Non-Academic Career Pursuits While Pursuing A PhD

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Pursuing a professional career while in a PhD program can be a daunting task, but there are plenty of successful examples. Join us for a lively panel discussion with PhDs from both inside and outside the academy at PhD Balance.Robbie Hable … Read more

Navigating Non-Linear Career Paths

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Stepping off the traditional academic faculty pathway – that well-trodden road leading from assistant to associate to full professor – can feel daunting, especially after most PhDs have invested over a decade of time pursuing a linear training model that … Read more