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EPISODE · Feb 9, 2026 · 40 MIN

Extra Episode: From PhD to Life—Building a Career That Fits

from The Happy Scientist · host Bitesize Bio

Today’s episode is part of an experiment: introducing best practices from other disciplines to the bench-based bioscientist.Dr Jennifer Polk helps you put your hard-earned training into the bigger picture of your career, your choices, and your life, because great mentors can make you a better scientist, but they won't automatically make you a happier one.For more from Jen, check out her website at https://www.fromphdtolife.comWatch or listen to all episodes of The Happy Scientist podcast here: https://thehappyscientist.bitesizebio.com#Podcast #BitesizeBio #TheHappyScientist If you enjoyed this episode and want more practical tips on being a happy and successful scientist, we can help. Download The Happy Scientist Reference Pack today, and reignite your passion for science. https://bitesizebio.com/the-happy-scientist-reference-pack/?ref=bsb-podcast

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