In and out of academia: My experience & career advice

Preprints in Motion

In this episode, we dive into the challenges of transitioning out of academia and navigating the often frustrating job market. From the realities of lower starting salaries to the impact of AI in recruitment, we discuss what makes job hunting so difficult—and what can be done to make it easier. We also explore how networking, persistence, and strategic career moves can help you land a fulfilling role outside academia.

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The intro and outro music is Back to the Woods by Jason Shaw and is licensed under a Attribution 3.0 United States License. Sound effects used under the standard ZapSplat licence. Fill music is New Lands by Alex-Productions https://soundcloud.com/alexproductionsmusic. Creative Commons used under a CC BY 3.0 license.