Early career journeys in academia and beyond - Fola Ogungbemi, Currenta

Happy 2026, and welcome to Chemical Journeys Season 2!In this episode, I speak with Dr. Fola Ogungbemi, Senior Expert in Product Compliance at Currenta.Fola and I talk about his career journey so far, from student in ecotoxicology to senior regulatory consultant. We discuss experiences of early career scientists finding their next steps after completing a PhD, adapting to working in different sectors, the importance of staying open for continuous growth and learning, and the value of mentorship and support along the way. Fola also shares some of his personal experiences of relocating to multiple cities, finding friends and community, and his adventures as a DJ. We talk about Fola's journey with the Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry (SETAC), and that part that the organisation has played in his development. Fola also reflects on his Christian Faith and how this shapes his outlook and approach to life.Fola Ogungbemi, PhD | LinkedInDJ with a PhD (@djfolaflo) • Instagram photos and videosSETAC Europe 36th Annual Meeting