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The American Association for the Advancement of Science Webinar
Tips for Successful Careers in Industry in a Changing Global Economy
Marquita M. Qualls, PhDEntropia ConsultingNovember 5, 2018
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Emerging Researchers National (ERN) Conference in STEM
▪ The Emerging Researchers National (ERN) Conference in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) is hosted by AAAS and the NSF Division of Human Resource Development (HRD). The conference is aimed at college and university undergraduate and graduate students who participate in programs funded by the NSF HRD Unit, including underrepresented minorities and persons with disabilities.
▪ ERN provides STEM majors a chance to present their research, participate in professional development, and an educational/career fair. This webinar is part of a series to share information and resources on STEM career options and pathways.
▪ The ERN Conference will be held February 21-23, 2019 in Washington, DC. For more information on ERN visit http://new.emerging-researchers.org/
Award Number: 1645036
Outline
Industry Culture: Surveying the Landscape
Job Search Process: Resume-Application-Interview-Offer
Workplace Dyanamics: Learning, Performing and Growing
Social Standards: Creating a Digital Footprint
@drqualls
Dr. Q’s Career Path
Tennessee State University, BS Chemistry
Purdue University, PhD Chemistry
Industry--Big Pharma
Broad range of R&D career opportunities spanning bench research to global strategic planning
Explore the business side of science
Solopreneur- Entropia Consulting
Strategy and Operations
Leadership & Professional Development
STEM Diversity@drqualls
Workplace Culture: Finding the Best Fit
ACADEMIA INDUSTRY GOVERNMENT
Working Style Independent Teams Teams
Projects Autonomy Business Targets Public Welfare
Research
FocusExploratory Application
Needs of the
country
Funding GrantsSales revenue/profits
Federal Budgets
Recognition Publications Products and patents Publications-FOIA
Career
MotivationTenure Promotion Time of Service
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Workplace Culture: Sectors
and Industries
Consumer
Chemicals
Petroleum
Pharmaceuticals
Manufacturing
Energy
Professional Services
Utilities
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Workplace Culture: Geography Matters
Pha
rmace
utic
als
Petro/Chemicals
Bio
tech
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Workplace Culture: The Workplace
Generation Years of Birth Philosophy
Silent Before 1946 Work comes First
Baby Boomer 1946-1964 Live to Work
Generation X 1965-1976 Work to Live
Generation Y
(Millennials)
1977-1997 Live, then Work
Generation Z Born after 1997 LIVE!
Today’s workforce consists of five generations:
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Job Search
Strategies Know Yourself
Strengths
Working Style
Preferences
Research Jobs AND Companies
What Skills Are Needed
Who Needs Your Skills
What Are Their Values
Utilize multiple channels
Online Job Boards
Career Fairs
Networking
Social Media Platforms
AAAS Science Careers website is a great resource!
https://www.sciencemag.org/careers @drqualls
The Process: Resumes
Get Interviews
✓ Examine the job description
✓ Pay attention to the responsibilities required and the qualifications sought
✓ Emphasize skills which employers note they value in new hires
✓ Demonstrate your (cap)ability to perform the job
✓ Use action verbs
✓ Think in terms of the benefits you offer an employer, instead of just presenting your skills
@drqualls
What Key Skills Do
Employers Want?
Communication
Computer Skills
Customer Service
Team-Working, Flexibility
Technical Skills
Attention to Detail
Problem-Solving
Critical Thinking
Entrepreneurial Thinking
Leadership
@drqualls
The Process
Can Take 3
weeks to 18+
months
Apply
Job Boards
Company Websites
Conferences
Referrals
ScreeningResume Review
Google Check
Phone/Videoconference Interview
Onsite InterviewTechnical Presentation
Behavioral Assessment
Site Tour
The OfferLetter
Negotiation
Start!
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Days to months
1-3 months
1-9 months
The Process: Interviews Land Offers
RELAX!
Know yourself and your resume
Become familiar with company
Be conversational
Listen carefully
Answer what is asked
PRACTICE!!
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Your Digital
Social networking is a means of professional development
Create Linked In and Twitter Profiles
Follow and Connect with Key Users and Influencers
Post, Like, and Share relevant information
Participate in discussions
Communicate with 3-5 contacts per week
Reminder: Digital Footprint is in cyberink, i.e. permanent
@drqualls
Learning,
Performing
and Growing
Get clarity on expectations for your performance
Demonstrate proficiency by working smart [hard] and delivering results
Learn more about the organization than just how to do your specific job
Apply learned skills and knowledge in a variety of environments
Be open to stretch assignments and lateral moves as developmental opportunities
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@drqualls
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Closing Remarks
▪ Summary
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▪ Any resources from presenter
▪ Visit AAAS Science Careers
▪ https://www.sciencemag.org/careers
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ERN Program Staff
Yolanda GeorgeDeputy Director
Education & Human Resources
PI: Emerging Researchers National Conference in STEM
Iris R. WagstaffSTEM Program
DirectorEducation &
Human Resources
Quincy K. BrownProgram Director –
STEM Education Research
Education & Human Resources
Tarrick ClaytonProgram Associate Education Research
Education & Human Resources