Planning Your Career While Navigating Grad School

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The Next Step: Career and Grad School Advice from Our Alumni

University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry

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University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry graduate school alumni share stories from the job hunt, lessons learned along the way, and top tips for trainees about to hit the job market.

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University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry graduate school alumni share stories from the job hunt, lessons learned along the way, and top tips for trainees about to hit the job market.

Education

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Planning Your Career While Navigating Grad School

The Next Step: Career and Grad School Advice from Our Alumni

30 minutes 53 seconds

7 months ago

Planning Your Career While Navigating Grad School

Jessie Hogestyn is 2020 graduate of our Neuroscience Graduate Program, now a senior scientist at Sanofi. She shares how she balanced the demands of neuroscience research with career exploration during grad school, as well as how staying open and adaptable led her to a spot at Sanofi where she's spent the first five years of her career.From networking and internships to navigating the transition from academia to biotech, Jessie offers practical advice for anyone thinking about their next step.00:00 The Journey Begins: A Rochesterian's Academic Path03:00 Graduate School Experience: Finding the Right Fit05:58 Research and Development: Thesis Work Insights08:58 Career Transition: From Graduate School to Industry12:05 Navigating Challenges: The Impact of COVID-1914:57 Building a Network: The Importance of Communication18:02 Extracurriculars and Mental Health: Dance as an Escape21:00 Leadership and Growth: Lessons from the Lab24:00 Advice for Future Scientists: Embrace Flexibility27:03 Final Thoughts: Enjoying the Journey