PhD Transition Report On-Demand
Episodes
Which Company Culture Is Right For You
07 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he discusses the importance of company culture for employers and employees and gives a framework to identify the right culture for you ...
The 3 Stages Of Getting A Job Referral
04 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he dissects the right networking strategy to ensure you get a job referral Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs episode⊠First, ...
Behavioral And Competency Based Interview Questions
02 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he gives some examples of behavioral and competency based interview questions and helps you prepare to answer them Hereâs a quick run...
Credibility And Opinion Based Interview Questions
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he gives some examples of credibility and opinion based interview questions and helps you prepare to answer them Hereâs a quick rundo...
What To Expect From A Site Visit
25 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he discusses what a site visit is and what is the best way to prepare for it to ensure you get a job offer Hereâs a quick rundown of ...
The 4 Types of Interview Questions All PhDs Are Asked
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he discusses the four types of interview questions that PhDs should expect during the interview process so you can set the right expect...
How To Add Value To Others While Networking
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he talks about his mantra, âAdd Value Firstâ (AVF), and why this is so important when it comes to correct networking etiquette Here...
How To Quickly Prep For A Phone Screen
18 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he discusses what a phone screen is and the steps you need to take to prepare for it Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs episodeâŠ...
What To Ask During An Informational Interview
16 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he explains how to set up a successful informational interview that will increase your chances of getting a referral Hereâs a quick r...
How To Find Companies Who Will Hire You
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he explains how to fill up your Job Search Sheet, ensuring that you find companies where you can make a real impact Hereâs a quick ru...
What Are Your Professional Values
10 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he discusses how you can identify your professional values and why they are important in your job search Hereâs a quick rundown of th...
How To Determine Company Fit
03 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he discusses what is company fit and how you can determine if a company is the right fit for you Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâ...
Who Do You Want To Work For?
03 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he discusses how you can get organized to set up a successful networking strategy Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs episode⊠...
Employers Want To Know Your Unique Selling Proposition
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he reveals what a unique selling proposition is and what you should consider when crafting yours Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâ...
How To Pitch Yourself To An Employer
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he explains what an elevator pitch is an why you need one if you want to find your dream job Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs ...
The Difference Between Connecting And Networking
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he discusses the difference between connecting and networking and how to ensure you get a job referral Hereâs a quick rundown of this...
What To Put In Your LinkedIn Headline
26 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he explains what you should add to your LinkedIn headline if you wan to catch an employer's attention The post What To Put In Your Link...
How To Write Your LinkedIn Summary & Experience Sections
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he discloses the information that your should add to your LinkedIn summary and Experience sections and how to format them The post How ...
Putting Quantified Results On Your Resume
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he discusses why PhDs should add quantified results to their industry resume and how to identify your quantified results Hereâs a qui...
Crafting Better Resume Bullet Points
22 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he explains why resume bullet points are important for PhDs to get hired in high-paying industry roles Hereâs a quick rundown of this...
What Would It Be Like to Work Next To You For 8 Hours?
20 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he explains why the 8 hours that people work next to PhDs is important and how can PhDs put their best qualities forward Hereâs a q...
3 Flavors Of Transferable Skills
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he explains the 3 flavors of transferable skills that PhDs must communicate to get hired in high-paying industry roles Hereâs a qui...
Employers Arenât Hiring Your Technical Skills
15 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he explains why employers are not hiring based on technical skills and how can PhDs communicate their value to the employers Hereâs...
The Attention-Driven Job Market
13 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he explains why attention of the employer is necessary for PhDs to get hired in high-paying industry roles Hereâs a quick rundown ...
The Real Reason Employers Arenât Hiring You
10 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he explains the real reason why employers are not hiring PhDs and how can PhDs get hired in high-paying industry roles Hereâs a qui...
What Career Are You Chasing?
08 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he explains why PhDs must know what career they are chasing and follow strategy to get hired in high-paying industry roles Hereâs a ...
You Canât Hit A Target You Donât Set
06 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he explains why PhDs must set a target career and follow strategy to get hired in high-paying industry roles Hereâs a quick rundown...
Your Job Candidate Profile
03 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he explains why job candidate profile is important for PhDs to communicate their value to the industry employers and get hired in high-...
Creating A Job Search Strategy
28 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he explains why a job search strategy needs to be created by PhDs to be hired in high-paying industry roles Hereâs a quick rundown of...
PhDs Are Doctors Of Learning
22 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he explains why PhDs are doctors of learning and how should PhDs leverage their skills to be hired in high-paying industry roles Hereâ...
Understanding The Industry Hiring Funnel
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he reveals how understanding the industry hiring funnel can help PhDs get hired in high paying industry jobs Hereâs a quick rundown o...
How Academia Flipped Your Job Search Strategy Upside Down
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he shares how academia flips PhD job search strategy upside down and keeps them from top paying industry jobs Hereâs a quick rundown...
Why PhDs Are Valuable To Industry Employers
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he explains why PhDs are valuable in the industry and how PhDs can leverage their skills to be hired in high-paying industry roles He...
The Glaringly Obvious Reason Youâre Not Getting Hired
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he reveals the reason PhDs are not getting hired and the powerful tools for PhDs to communicate their value to employers Hereâs a qui...
Mega-Valuable LinkedIn Updates & 15 Example LinkedIn Headlines
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he reveals the LinkedIn updates & examples of LinkedIn headlines for PhDs to communicate their value to employers and get hired Hereâ...
Genius Productivity Strategies PhDs Use To Make Their Job Search Painless
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he shares genius strategies that PhDs need to get hired into high-paying industry jobs where they can create an impact Hereâs a quick...
How To Create An Inspiring Purpose For Your Life
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he reveals how to create purpose to stay strong during your PhD job search and get hired into high-paying industry careers Hereâs a q...
A Lean And Mean Guide To Getting Hired In Industry
05 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah he reveals the lean and mean guide for PhDs to get hired into rewarding positions in the industry where they can make an impact Hereâs a...
Powerful Ways To Communicate Your PhD Value To Employers
28 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah he reveals the powerful ways in which PhDs can communicate their value to employers and get hired into top industry careers Hereâs a qui...
How To Stay Mentally Tough During Your Job Search
21 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he reveals how to stay mentally strong during your PhD job search to get hired into high-paying industry careers Hereâs a quick rundo...
How To Deflect Comfortably When Employers Push You To Negotiate Verbally
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he reveals how PhDs can deflect comfortably when employers push them to negotiate verbally early in the interview Hereâs a quick run...
The Best Note To Send With Your LinkedIn Connection Requests
07 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he reveals how PhDs can add value in their LinkedIn connection requests to connect with industry professionals and get hired Hereâs a...
What Is Your LinkedIn SSI Visibility Score And How To Increase It
31 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah he reveals how to increase your LinkedIn SSI visibility score to to get hired into high-paying industry careers Hereâs a quick rundown o...
Why PhDs Dread Coming Up With Quantified Results On Their Resumes (& What To Do About It)
24 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he shares why PhDs dread coming up with quantified results on their resumes, why it is important and what you can do about it Hereâs ...
How To Ask For A Job Referral Without Things Getting Awkward
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he shares how to ask for a job referral during an informational interview without things getting awkward Hereâs a quick rundown of th...
Do This Everyday If You Want To Attract Recruiters
03 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he shares the strategies that PhDs must do everyday to get hired into high-paying industry roles Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâ...
How Wage Push Inflation Is Getting PhDs Hired Into Senior Roles At Higher Salaries
27 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he shares how wage push inflation is getting PhDs hired into senior roles with higher salaries Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâ...
A Complete Guide To Getting Hired As An Industry Research Scientist
15 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he reveals the strategies for PhDs to get hired as an industry research scientist Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs episode⊠...
How Projects Are Managed In Industry & What All PhDs Need To Know
06 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he reveals how projects are managed in the industry and what PhDs should know to be hired in the industry Hereâs a quick rundown of t...
Comprehensive Job Search Guide For PhDs: Job Titles, Resumes, LinkedIn, Referrals, And Interviews
29 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he shares the five key steps of the comprehensive job search process for PhDs to be hired into top industry positions Hereâs a quick ...
How PhD Students Can Have A Job Lined Up With Their Graduation Date
22 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he shares how PhD students can have a job lined up with their graduation date Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs episode⊠Firs...
Getting Hired When The Situation Is Urgent
15 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he shares how PhDs end up in desperate situations and the steps for PhDs to get hired into the top industry jobs Hereâs a quick rundo...
Fear-Based Behaviors That Get PhDs Rejected
07 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he shares the fear-based behaviors that get PhDs rejected and strategies to overcome them to be hired in the top industry jobs Hereâs...
The Systemic PhD Unemployment Crisis
31 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he shares about unemployment and the professional values important for PhDs to get hired into top industry positions Hereâs a quick r...
How To Get Motivated For Your Job Search
25 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he shares quotes for PhDs to stay motivated in their job search process Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs episode⊠First, Isa...
Clinical Versus Non-Clinical R&D Jobs For PhDs
17 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he compares the highest paying clinical and non-clinical R&D industry roles available for PhDs Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâ...
How Do You Compare To The Average Job Candidate? (1,679 PhDs Surveyed)
10 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he reveals how do PhDs compare to the average job candidate Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs episode⊠First, Isaiah explains...
How To Get Hired Into A Product Management Position â The 12 PhD Skills You Need To Showcase
04 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah and Gunnar as they reveal the strategies PhDs need to get hired into product management roles Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs ep...
Average Salaries Of 45-PhD-Level Careers Reviewed
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he reveals the average salaries of the most popular PhDs-level industry roles Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs episode⊠Fi...
Navigating The New World Of R&D Career Paths
20 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he discusses the most relevant R&D careers for PhDs Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs episode⊠First, Isaiah interviews a pan...
Inflation Versus PhD Salaries In Academia. Cause For Alarm?
12 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he reveals how PhD salaries in academia remain stagnant in spite of inflation Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs episode⊠Firs...
How To Stay Motivated In Your Job Search (3 Tips For PhDs)
05 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he reveals the strategies for PhDs to stay motivated in the job search process Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs episode⊠Fir...
The (Revised) PhD Job Search Fundamentals
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he reveals the revised fundamentals of the PhD job search Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs episode⊠First, Isaiah reveals ho...
5 Curses Of Staying In Academia (After Getting Your PhD)
22 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he reveals the curses PhDs face by staying in academia Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs episode⊠First, Isaiah reveals what ...
When Interviewers Ask For Your 30-60-90 Day Plan, Give Them This
15 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he reveals the strategies for the 30-60-90 day plan Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs episode⊠First, Isaiah reveals why PhDs...
Top Engineering Careers In Industry
08 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he reveals the top industry careers for engineering PhDs Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs episode⊠From This Weekâs ShowâŠ...
Rejected 20+ Times? Make This One Change
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he reveals the strategic changes you should make avoid being rejected Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs episode⊠First, Isa...
How To Get Hired Into A User Experience Researcher-Analyst Role In 30 Days Or Less (PhDs Only)
22 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah and Erika as they reveal the strategies for PhDs to get hired into User Experience (UX) Researcher roles in record time Hereâs a quick...
45 Salary Negotiation Scripts Word-For-Word For PhDs
15 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he reveals the 45 salary negotiation scripts that PhDs should use. Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs episode⊠First, Isaiah e...
15 PhD Careers Dominating 2021
08 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he reveals the 15 PhD careers dominating 2021 and beyond. Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs episode⊠First, Isaiah explains...
Revive Your Resume For The Post-Vaccine Hiring Rush (12 Updates)
01 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he reveals why resume updates are important for PhDs to get hired in industry jobs Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs episodeâŠ...
Why PhDs Should Be More Money Driven (& 2 Controversial Cash Goals)
25 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he explains why it is important for PhDs to set cash goals and work towards them Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs episodeâŠ...
Hacking Company Culture To Get Hired (& 61 New Career Insights)
18 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he explains why aligning with the companyâs culture is important for PhDs to get hired and for their career progression in the compan...
Why Staying In Academia Causes Mental Disorders (& Some Quirky Interview Questions)
12 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he explains why mental disorders occurs in PhDs staying in academia for long and the strategies they can follow to get hired in industr...
PhDs Are Rushing Into These Business Development Roles
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah and Alessandra as they explain what business development is and the strategies PhDs can follow to be hired in this field Hereâs a quick ...
How To Get Hired As A Management Consultant in 2021
29 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah And James As They Reveal The Strategies You Should Follow To Be Hired As A Management Consultant Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs...
Staying In Academia Is Morally Wrong (& 55 PhD Job Search Insights For 2021)
21 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he reveals the best insights about the PhD job search strategy based on this yearâs roundtables Hereâs a quick rundown of this we...
Top Interdisciplinary PhD Job Search Strategies
08 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah, Christopher, And Regina As They Discuss The Job Search Strategies For Interdisciplinary PhDs. Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs e...
5 Keys To Getting Hired As An Application Scientist Or Application Specialist
16 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah and Alex Woychek as they reveal how to get hired as an Application Scientist or Application Specialist Hereâs a quick rundown of this we...
2021 PhD Job Market Review
09 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join Isaiah as he reveals what to expect from the PhD job market in 2021 Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs episode⊠First, Isaiah discusses ...
Avoid Failing Data Scientist Interview Take Home Exams (7 Keys To Getting Hired)
03 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Get Hired By Passing The Data Scientist Interview Exams Join Isaiah and Kasey Hemington as they discuss the Data Scientist hiring process for PhDs. ...
20 Medical and Scientific Writing Careers For PhDs
26 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Medical Writing is a career safety net for PhDs wanting to transition into industry. Join Isaiah and Evguenia Alechine as they discuss medical and sci...
Learn The Newest U.S. Immigration Laws & Guidelines With Top U.S. Immigration Lawyer, Brian Getson, JD
19 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The unique job search process of international PhDs Join Isaiah and Brian Getson, JD while they discuss the newest U.S. immigration laws & guideline...
6-Part MSL Job Search Blueprint- From Designing An MSL Resume To Crafting Your MSL Interview Presentation
12 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
MSL Careers Require A Different Set of Skills Join Isaiah, Elizabeth Thatcher, and Yuri Klyachkin as they discuss an MSL job search blueprint that inc...
A Salary Negotiation Map For Avoiding Rejection During The 2nd Wave Of Hiring Freezes
05 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
PhDs Should Negotiate Their Salary To Get Paid What They Are Worth And Be Respected By Industry Professionals Join Isaiah And Don Asher As They Discus...
Skip Entry Level Positions By Putting These 10 Business Skills On Your Resume
29 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
No Need To Wait Years For That Management Position. Join Isaiah and Ramya Raman as they discuss 10 Business Skills to put on your resume. Hereâs a q...
The One Big Advantage PhDs Have That Make Them The Best Management Consultants
22 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Looking to sharpen your business acumen and/or transition into a management consulting career as a PhD? In this episode of the Cheeky Scientist podcas...
9 âRecession Proofâ Project Management Skills & Tools
15 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Project Management roles are estimated to increase 33% by 2027. Join Isaiah and Orly Levitan as they discuss 9 recession proof project management skil...
11 Research Scientist & Project Manager Careers For PhDs (& How To Get Hired Into Them)
07 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Research and Development encompasses a lot more careers than you may think. Join Isaiah and Elliot as they discuss 11 research scientist & project m...
Avoid Failing Data Scientist Interview Take Home Exams (What You Must Know To Get Hired)
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Data Scientist is a surging career track for PhDs, even during the recession, but you have to be able to navigate the unique hiring process in order t...
9 Interview Questions Industry Employers Just Started Asking PhDs
17 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hereâs a quick rundown of this weekâs episode⊠First, Isaiah shares with you the 9 interview questions that PhDs transitioning today are being a...
Why PhDs Are Paid So Much To Work At Home As Medical Writers
10 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If youâre a PhD who loves writing, working from home, and earning a high salary, maybe you should consider medical writer as a career path. Still no...
Best Industry Transition Advice On The Web (August 2nd, 2020 Edition)
03 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There is an overwhelming amount of information on the internet, and sometimes you just donât have the time to read our weekly Best of Transition art...
42-Step Job Search Overview In Under 30 Minutes
27 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Job searching is an infuriating full time job and can be very stressful. However, following Isaiahâs 42 job searching steps can streamline this proc...
What To Expect In An Industry R&D Role From Former Genentech Scientist, Elliott Brecht, PhD
20 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
What is the difference between an academic scientist and an industry scientist? Find out in this weekâs podcast where Isaiah interviews former sen...
Understanding Application Scientist & Application Specialist Roles In Industry W Alex Woychek, PhD, MPH
13 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you love communicating, networking, traveling, and what to stay on the technical side of research but out of the lab? Then Join Isaiah as he inte...
7 Things You Canât Control In A Job Search (& 9 You Can)
06 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Wouldnât it be great to control every aspect of the job search, to have complete certainty in your career path? The truth is we canât control ever...
WARNING â The Hard Truth About Job Search Rejection (13 Reasons Youâre Being Excluded By Employers)
29 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Rejection is one of the hardest things to face in your job search. But every rejection comes with a hard truth and a lesson to get hired into your dre...
The Upcoming 2nd Wave Pandemic Job Market & 17 PhD Careers That Will Survive
22 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Donât let the warm weather fool you. Securing a job in the next 6 weeks is crucial to being prepared for the âsecond waveâ of the pandemic. Join...
Overcoming Your Darkest Hour In Academia (3 Ways To Get Unstuck)
15 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you found yourself in your darkest hour of academia? Feeling stuck or lost in your career path? Join Isaiah as he shares his darkest hour experie...