Imogen Roth
Investment Manager at Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, New ZealandBeing able to recognise when the changes requested are science-led and when there has simply been poor project management is very beneficial.
Natasha Sahgal
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Markus Guerster
Manager, Asset Management (O3b mPOWER) at SESWorking in a private Sector that provides value to the world by connecting people is very rewarding.
Andrea Dennis
Head of Biomarker Sciences at Perspectum DiagnosticsDon’t be put off if you are not sure what you want to do and take opportunities if they present themselves.
Margot Khouri
Senior Business Development Specialist at IQVIAThere are so many opportunities out there. Planning every step carefully is crucial, taking the next step in a timely manner is essential.
Inigo del Portillo Barrios
Engineer, ARC Development at SESHaving a PhD does not necessarily tie you to jobs in your field of study; on the contrary, it opens doors to many opportunities.
Rupin Dhamankar
Manager, Medical Science Liaison’s Women’s Health at NateraKeep an open mind and don’t be averse to taking the leap. There’s a saying in Hindi, “Udaan bharne ke liye, chalang lanaga zaroori hain”, which loosely translates to if you want to learn how to fly/soar, you have to first jump!
Joanna Bagniewska
Communications and Public Engagement Officer at University of Oxford, Department of PaediatricsYour degree is more than just academic skills, it’s an opportunity to try out a range of new activities. Do it – you never know what will come in handy!
Ambreen Shah
Director of Policy, Research and Communications at Design CouncilMake the university PhD experience a whole one – study hard, but talk to people and engage, if possible, with the community you live in.
Stefano Andrenacci
Engineer, Systems Development Engineering at SESI have found a place where the most reliable and advanced techniques I was working on can potentially became a real technology.
Matthew Warren
Editor at BPS Research DigestI was much better at the writing part of research than actually running experiments.
Laura Knogler
Head of Training and Communications/Knowledge Management Consultant at Scriptoria LtdI have always taken the approach that it’s important to diversify, not just in terms of techniques but also in what you do with your time.
Vanisha Lakhina
Associate Medical Director at VMLY&RI felt isolated when I was exploring a transition, but now I realize that there are tons of ex-academics leading fulfilling work lives in a variety of sectors.