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The Next Level: The Next Level: Life after a PostDoc What Now?! Industry? How? Julie E. Tetzlaff, PhD Talk Outline 1. Finding a job in industry State of the market What to look for Where to look How to look 2. Getting a job in industry Cover letter CV Interviews (phone, informal, formal) Thank you notes The offer letter 3. Tips from people who hire Interviewing job hunting tips from: Hiring managers, HRs, CFOs, Project Managers Scientists and Research Associates Background: Education • Graduate school, PhD Neuroscience – Loyola University, Chicago – 1999-2005 – Steroid hormones and peripheral nerve injury • Postdoc – HMS/MGH (Charlestown) – 2005-2008 – Drs. Pamela McLean and Brad Hyman – Effects of Chaperones on Parkinson’s Disease • Scientist, Seaside Therapeutics – 2008-present (past 6 months) Background: Professional • Seaside Therapeutics – Cambridge – Drug Development for Fragile X Syndrome and Autism – Virtual Company (2005) – Transitioned to a ’Tangible’ Company (2008) • Leased office and lab space Background: Professional • 1st Scientist hired • Initial tasks included: – Setting up the laboratory – Ordering equipment – Ordering consumables – Establishing permits and licenses – Establishing safety procedures • Planning/Implementing biomarker experiments • Helping to hire new staff Talk Outline 1. Finding a job in industry State of the market What to look for Where to look How to look 2. Getting a job in industry Cover letter