Beyond Academia: Career Paths for PhDs and Early-Stage Researchers in Industry

Time Schedule : Tuesday 10 sept. 12:00-12:45 Room: MathSR

Goals :

Have you just got your PhD and started thinking about what comes next? Are you an early-stage researcher and would like to start a new adventure outside academia?

This year Computing in Cardiology will host for the first time a novel event featuring a prestigious panel of company representatives from leading industries in the medical device and cardiac electrophysiology fields. Our panelists will provide PhD holders and early-stage researchers with valuable insights and advice on how to explore alternative, various career opportunities in industry, emphasizing the unique value and vision academics bring to companies. Additionally, the roundtable will cover what early-stage researchers should know about transitioning into industry careers, including expectations, work culture, and the skills needed to succeed.

Discussion Topics :

• Academic vs. Non-Academic Careers: Comparison of career paths, work environments, and long-term prospects in academia versus industry.
• Transferrable Skills: Identifying skills developed during PhD training (e.g., critical thinking, data analysis, problem-solving, specialized knowledge, conduct independent, high-level research) and how they apply to various career paths.
• Industry Insights: Specific domains and sectors that value PhD-level expertise, what roles are available, and how to transition into these careers.
• Networking and Professional Development: Tips on building a professional network outside academia, attending industry conferences, and practically navigating transitions from academia to other sectors.

Moderator :

• Marianna Meo, R&D Engineer, Boston Scientific

Panelists :

• Andreu Climent, Associate Founder and CEO, Corify
• Kathi Kugler, Principal Customer Success Engineer, Mathworks
• Johannes Hochreiter, Director of Data and Signal Processing, Corpuls