Aaron Tooley
Founder and CEO at acgtMedia, LLCTransitioning out of academia is not easy–it takes time but find a way to use your skills and training for whatever is next.
Left academia after: PhD
49 posts
Alex Liversage
UK/Ire Seahorse Instrument Sales Specialist at Agilent Technologies Inc.The skills you have are highly valued, but a positive can-do attitude is just as important.
Brigita Séguis
Senior Research Manager at Cambridge Assessment EnglishBased on my own experience and that of my DPhil friends, it’s much easier to transition into non-academic roles than I ever thought it would be.
Caroline Evans
Head of Chemistry at Wellington CollegeI’m very glad I did a PhD. Going through the experience made me a much better teacher.
Catherine Twomey
Product Manager and Senior Instructional Designer at Learning Science LtdAs a young student, I had dreams of combining my passion for art with my interest in science.
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.
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.
Heather Kazara
Assistant Ecologist at Aspect Ecology LtdI wish I had known how many other people leave academia and are happy with their decision.
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.
Abigail Reynolds (née Harris)
Senior Portfolio Manager, Capability and Innovation (Skills and Careers) at UKRI-BBSRCOn reflection, I’m not sure my aim was ever to remain in academia!
Kate Fulcher
Research assistant: molecular analysis at British MuseumWorking with such an amazing collection and with world experts. Being able to combine my interests in science, Egyptology, and heritage.
Maddy Pope
Senior Medical Copywriter at TBWA\WorldHealth LondonI felt it offered a perfect way to combine my skills – science and writing. Translating complex topics into clear, compelling storytelling really appealed to me as it had been how I approached writing my thesis.