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PostPhDirections

Elena Hoffer
Career Transition
Networking
Phd
Career Development
Industry Transition
Academia
Phd Transition
Linkedin
Pharmaceutical Industry
Phd Career Transition
Almame
Science Communication
Resumes
Phd Education
Job Search Skills
Alma.me
Entrepreneurship
Informational Interviews
Hiring Practices
Job Descriptions

The podcast features PhDs who’ve successfully transitioned into industry, along with deans of doctoral education, hiring managers, and recruiters. We explore how PhD holders can find fulfilling careers outside of academia and make the shift smoothly. Each episode dives into personal journeys, practical tips, and the resources available to support your transition, offering invaluable insights for a... more

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✨ SPECIAL EDITION FROM THE ALMA.ME CAREERS WEEK 2026 ✨

What does industry actually feel like once you get there? In this special panel episode recorded live at the Alma.Me Careers Week 2026, Angela Priest sits down with four Alma.me Job Accelerator ... more

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Are you applying to junior roles because you think you need to prove yourself before you can aim higher?

In this episode of PostPhDirections, I sit down with Emily Richard, a cognitive neuroscience PhD who is now a Data Science Lead at AG Associates... more

In this episode of PostPhDirections, I'm joined by my co-founder Angela Priest, who brings over 20 years of hiring experience across startups and big cooperates. We get into everything you need to know about the current job market — the honest, behin... more

What if I told you one of the most powerful tools for landing your first industry job is completely free, takes 30 minutes, and most PhDs aren't using it?

I'm talking about coffee chats (aka informational interviews – but let's keep it casual).

Whe... more

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Recent Guests

Emory Richardson
PhD, cognitive science, PayPal senior decision scientist
Panelist
Episode: What Does Industry Actually Feel Like? — 4 PhDs Who Made The Move Share
Michael Rempe
PhD in Applied Mathematics, Grainger advanced analytical analyst / data scientist
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Episode: What Does Industry Actually Feel Like? — 4 PhDs Who Made The Move Share
Emily Richard
Data scientist and lead on veteran suicide prevention projects
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Episode: Why PhDs aim too low in their job search and how to fix It, with Emily Richard, PhD
Angla Priest
Co-founder with hiring experience across startup to Fortune 500
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Episode: What does the 2026 job market actually look like for PhDs — and what do you need to do differently to stand out, with Angla Priest
Sophia Parks
Former participant in the Alma.Me Job Accelerator program
Alma.Me
Episode: Choosing stability over prestige with Dr. Sophia Parks
Ben Weber
Vice President of Translational Research at Novo Nordisk, PhD in Pharmacomedics.
Novo Nordisk
Episode: Breaking Into Pharma after your PhD - what hiring managers are really looking for with Ben Weber, PhD
Dr. Kertu Tenso
Data scientist who transitioned from academia to industry, with an interest in building skills in data science during her PhD.
Episode: From PhD in Public Health to Data Scientist: This is how Dr. Kertu Tenso carved her own path out
Dr. Larry McGrath
A historian and anthropologist helping PhDs transition from academia to industry.
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Episode: Why Companies Need Humanities PhDs with Dr. Larry McGrath
Stacey Cohen
Marketing enthusiast and personal brand expert, author of Brand Up 2.0
Episode: How to Market Yourself in Today's Job Market with Stacey Cohen

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Elena Hoffer
Host of PostPhDirections, frequently appearing as a lead host with a focus on PhDs transitioning to industry and recruiting insights.

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Why PhDs aim too low in their job search and how to fix It, with Emily Richard, PhD
Q: How important is onboarding and adapting to a new industry, and how does that relate to imposter syndrome?
Onboarding is a multi-month process; new hires should learn the team's politics, priorities, and decisions before attempting to solve everything themselves. This approach helps mitigate imposter syndrome by highlighting where they can add value without needing to master everything instantly.
Why PhDs aim too low in their job search and how to fix It, with Emily Richard, PhD
Q: What actionable steps can PhDs take to avoid underselling themselves in a tough job market?
Treat rejections as data, apply to a broad range of roles, track responses, and push slightly higher in seniority to test fit. If responses dry up, reassess alignment and adjust, using feedback to refine resumes, storytelling, and target roles.
Why PhDs aim too low in their job search and how to fix It, with Emily Richard, PhD
Q: What guidance did you receive that helped you realize you should aim for senior-level roles rather than entry-level?
Angela from Alma Me highlighted Emily's leadership, project scope, and ability to drive outcomes beyond her own research, which shifted her view from entry-level to senior or leadership opportunities. Emily realized that her experience supervising teams and coordinating interdisciplinary work translated to higher-level roles in industry.
Why PhDs aim too low in their job search and how to fix It, with Emily Richard, PhD
Q: Can you summarize your background and what motivated you to move toward industry after your PhD?
Emily explains a trajectory driven by genuine passion for the topic and a pivot from neuroscience to data science. She describes how leadership experience in the lab, mentorship, and cross-functional collaboration prepared her for industry roles, and how shifting toward advanced statistics and data science aligned with her interests and strengths.
Choosing stability over prestige with Dr. Sophia Parks
Q: What would you say to someone who's in a similar situation as you were back in the beginning of the year?
Sophia emphasizes that identity is not solely tied to technical skills and that it's important to seek a fulfilling work-life balance.

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Frequently Asked Questions About PostPhDirections

What is PostPhDirections about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A series focused on helping PhDs translate academic skills into industry value, with episodes that cover job-market realities, strategic positioning, and practical steps for networking, resume tailoring, and interview storytelling. Practical themes recur across episodes: the rising role of data fluency and AI in hiring, the importance of clear communication over technical jargon, and the need to craft a credible narrative that aligns with business needs. Notable threads include transitions into health-tech, pharma, data science, and roles like product management or project leadership, often illustrated through personal journeys from PhD work to industry leadership, startup environments, or major tech and biotech employers. The format typica... more

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