Welcome to Biomed Badass where weekly updates are provided on career advancement for academic researchers.
We have a community discussion group that focuses on supporting career development both inside and outside academia:
Outside academia: Conversations around finding alternative careers to academia and how to obtain/excel in those positions
Inside academia: Conversations around the issues involved with obtaining career independence in academia and strategies to overcome them
There’s a novice-centric approach to the forum – no questions are too small or large!
Current discussion topics include (amongst others):
- Issues around leaving academia
- How to gain business acumen
- How to deal with poor supervision
- The advantages and disadvantages of moving institutions on career development
You can ask our diverse, friendly and supportive community about pertinent issues in your current situation. These can include (but are not limited to) questions around:
- Non-academic career options
- Effectively transitioning to industry
- Obtaining funding
- Interview preparation
- Effective networking
- Establishing productive collaborations
- Balancing work and personal commitments
- Tips for finishing your thesis
- Career planning
- Motivational support and avoiding burnout
- Job application tips
To join the discussion, sign up to our community at:
In the welcome note you’ll receive a link to the community page. Looking forward to seeing you there! You’ll also receive weekly updates on career advancement and free career tools.
In summary
- Biomed Badass serves as a hub to educate academic researchers about their career options and provides support for effective career navigation
- Community dialog around career advancement is provided through our discussion forum/message board
- Sign up to join our community at:
So, get involved to aid your future career success!