04 From Scientist to Career Advisor: The Search for Fulfilment - Dr Benjamin Tan

After completing his PhD in Organic Chemistry from the University of Oxford, Dr Benjamin Tan spent over 6 years as a scientist at A*STAR where he concurrently served as an adjunct lecturer at National University of Singapore or NUS for about 3 years. He then pivoted his career towards research programme and grant management in the civil service. Today, he is a Postgraduate Career Advisor at the Centre for Future-ready Graduates at NUS, guiding STEM graduates as they navigate an increasingly complex career landscape. In this episode, we explore how each chapter of Benjamin’s career has shaped his perspectives on decision-making, resilience, and opportunity. He will share ten years’ worth of hard-earned lessons that may spark new clarity for your own career journey.