Full circle: Sharing my story at the event I once organized

Last November, I was invited by the non-profit organization BSNL to share my professional journey.

When I first joined BSNL in 2019 as a FameLab Switzerland co-organizer, I could never have imagined that one day I’d be sharing my career path at a BSNL Biotech Chat event.

This talk held special significance for me because, for four years, I was an active member of BSNL. I was both an event organizer and an eager attendee, seeking advice to ease the stress caused by the uncertainty surrounding professional opportunities after a PhD.

Biotech Chat: Beyond Benchwork, November 2024

This time, it was my turn to tell my story: how I landed my first job after completing my doctorate. I had the opportunity to share not only my successes but also my failures and uncertainties, from my first year at university to where I am today.

The goal of my talk was not to suggest that everything is perfect after a PhD, but rather to emphasize that there are many paths to successfully transitioning into a professional career. With perseverance, whether in Switzerland or elsewhere, our doctoral work holds real value in the job market beyond academia.

I was also very proud to talk about Lormina.ch, its goals, and the achievements it has reached so far.

Biotech Chat: Beyond Benchwork, November 2024

Thank you to the BSNL BioScience Network Lausanne team for inviting me to share my story from academia to my current role at Biopôle Lausanne.