Are you feeling stuck, wondering what career options are available beyond academia? In this episode of Beyond the Thesis with Papa PhD, Dr. Rebecca Tadokera shares her journey from a PhD in Clinical Immunology to becoming the founder and CEO of her own medical writing and scientific communication consulting company.
Get inspired and learn about the exciting opportunities available today for graduates in the growing field of medical communications.
Questions we cover in our conversation:
- What challenges do PhDs face in finding tenure-track positions as professors after completing their degree?
- Dealing with feelings of failure PhD graduates may experience when they do not secure a tenure-track position?
- What is medical writing, and what are the different types of jobs available in the field?
- What is the entry requirement for medical communications companies, and what is the potential for growth within the company or as a freelancer?
- How can freelancers establish their business and market themselves in the medical writing industry?
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