Left academia after: 3-6 years postdoc
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.
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.
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.
Sumiti Saharan
Research and Design Director at AvegenI miss neuroscience. I knew I would miss it even when I made my decision to move on. That said, I have found myself using the same mental research and problem-solving faculties in my current job, even though it has no link to neuroscience.
Amy Bilderbeck
Senior Scientist at P1vital LtdI most enjoy the feeling of being a competent, trusted, and an empowered member of my team; capable and effectual in helping us to achieve the goals that we set.
Alison Murphy
Associate Medical Writer at Oxford PharmaGenesisMy advice for researchers leaving academia would be: do not be afraid! There are many varied roles out there – more than you realise!
Neil Harrison
Scientific Projects Leader at Adelphi CommunicationsThere are careers in science beyond the lab! If you enjoy learning and communicating about science then Medical Writing is certainly an option to consider.