The Road Ahead: Post-PhD Careers with Emerging Companies
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Panel and Networking Reception:
On behalf of the Harvard Faculty of Arts & Sciences and Polaris Partners, you are cordially invited to join us on December 8th from 3-5 p.m. for a series of interactive panel discussions on PhD and graduate career paths beyond academia. A networking reception with speakers and attendees will follow from 5-6 p.m.
Some of the finest Ph.D professionals who are enjoying successful careers at innovative companies will be on hand to share their stories and offer insights into making the transition from academia to industry. Our panels will include:
Building the Path: Creating a Rewarding Career After a Post Doc or Graduate Degree
Hear the stories of four successful executives who pursued various opportunities outside academia. From their initial foray into industry to facing their ongoing challenges and opportunities, these panelists intend to share their unique journeys past and present.
- Sandra Glucksmann PhD, Chief Operating Officer, Editas Medicine
- Maria Palasis, PhD, CEO 480 Biomedical and Arsenal Medical
- Cristian Samper, PhD, President & CEO Wildlife Conservation Society
- David Liu, PhD, Founder, Editas Medicine, Professor, Harvard University
Transitioning: Life Inside an Emerging Company
The day-to-day work at emerging companies varies greatly from academic life -- and from company to company. Three individuals who made the transition will talk through their experiences moving to industry, and offer a glimpse into their lives as leaders of their respective organizations.
- Kathryn Kosuda, PhD, Co-founder, VP Research & Development, Vaxess Technologies
- Teppo Jouttenus, PhD, Director of Alliances, Outlearn
- Trevor Parsons, PhD, Co-founder & Chief Scientist, Logentries/Rapid7
Navigating the Job Search and Getting Hired
Once you are interested in pursuing a career at an emerging company, how do you best begin and navigate the job search? Hear what companies are looking for in their candidates, and how best to engage with recruiters and leaders to land the ideal job.
- Chip Clark, President & CEO, Genocea
- Amy Schulman, CEO, Arsia Therapeutics and Lyndra
- Patrick Marshall, Co-founder & Chief Business Officer, StratAcuity
This event is a unique opportunity to connect with all of these high level individuals and learn practical approaches to landing a job and building a fulfilling career at emerging companies.
Space is limited so reserve your spot @The Road Ahead today!
Questions? Please contact Stephen Kargere at kargere@fas.harvard.edu.