Careers In The Non-Profit Sector (Cheeky Scientist Radio)

What this episode covers

In this episode of Cheeky Scientist Radio, we interview Dr. Penny Dacks, who transitioned from an academic postdoctoral role to the nonprofit sector, and shares her insight on careers in nonprofit organizations based on her current role as Director of Research at the American Epilepsy Society. In this podcast, you’ll learn: - Why did she decide to leave academia and transition into this role - What is the company culture of non-profit organizations - How to market yourself for non-profits versus big corporations - What does the career trajectory look like and what are the promotional opportunities for this position - What transferable skills are necessary for this role and how can PhDs better position themselves for this transition See the full blog post here: https://cheekyscientist.com/careers-in-the-non-profit-sector-cheeky-scientist-radio/