We’ve all seen the studies and accusatory messaging – if only more women studied STEM subjects in college, then maybe there would be equity in academia and the workforce. But a new Cornell study has shown that most of the disparities are caused by the labor market rather than degree. Who would have thought?
Jen Michaelson has more than 2 decades of experience in oncology, immunology and immune-oncology, and is currently serving as the Chief Development Officer at Cullinan Oncology. Jen has played an integral role in building Cullinan’s diverse pipeline over the years and continues to identify the most promising science in cancer research. Her unique background spans academia and research to pipeline and drug development for biopharma and early biotech companies. Jen is passionate about the work she does for Cullinan Oncology and about giving back in the biotech community. Jen leads by example in both her work and personal life, showing that one can be a successful scientist, raise a family, and give back to the community in more ways than one.
How do we know what is possible? How do we feel less alone? How do we uncover solutions to our sticky problems? Stories. Sometimes we need to step away from our data, industry journals or text books. Learning about women who have navigated similar trials and trails as we have seen, or we expect to face, is time well spent. Fiction, done well, can be wildly helpful.
I am a mathematical biologist, devoted to science as much as to my family. I am pursuing my academic career while raising five small children, and everyday I ascertain that having two full time jobs makes my life somehow more worth it and successful than having each of these jobs alone.
Dr. Judith Eschbach is an industry researcher and Head of in vivo pharmacology at Inoviem Scientific. Eight years ago, Judith started working at Inoviem, helping identify targets for future therapies, biomarkers, and assisting in repositioning molecules. Previously, Judith worked at the National Institute of Health and Medical Research in France and at the University of Ulm in Germany, where she focused on the field of neurodegeneration. She is also the co-author of 12 scientific publications.
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Jen Michaelson has more than 2 decades of experience in oncology, immunology and immune-oncology, and is currently serving as the Chief Development Officer at Cullinan Oncology. Jen has played an integral role in building Cullinan’s diverse pipeline over the years and continues to identify the most promising science in cancer research. Her unique background spans academia and research to pipeline and drug development for biopharma and early biotech companies. Jen is passionate about the work she does for Cullinan Oncology and about giving back in the biotech community. Jen leads by example in both her work and personal life, showing that one can be a successful scientist, raise a family, and give back to the community in more ways than one.
I am a mathematical biologist, devoted to science as much as to my family. I am pursuing my academic career while raising five small children, and everyday I ascertain that having two full time jobs makes my life somehow more worth it and successful than having each of these jobs alone.
Dr. Judith Eschbach is an industry researcher and Head of in vivo pharmacology at Inoviem Scientific. Eight years ago, Judith started working at Inoviem, helping identify targets for future therapies, biomarkers, and assisting in repositioning molecules. Previously, Judith worked at the National Institute of Health and Medical Research in France and at the University of Ulm in Germany, where she focused on the field of neurodegeneration. She is also the co-author of 12 scientific publications.
We’ve all seen the studies and accusatory messaging – if only more women studied STEM subjects in college, then maybe there would be equity in academia and the workforce. But a new Cornell study has shown that most of the disparities are caused by the labor market rather than degree. Who would have thought?
Vast amounts of media are consumed through YouTube and television and these platforms are opportunities for positive representation of women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Does YouTube provide a more inclusive space for women’s voices and what can be done to combat stereotypes associated with female STEM communicators?
Academia is a place where knowledge can be gained and shared. However, the system could be improved by focusing more on training “the whole scientist.” This post describes recommendations to improve science training, including a framework for science communication to enable the next generation workforce to positively impact society.
Masuma Afrin Taniya is a senior year undergraduate research student studying Microbiology at Independent University, Bangladesh. During her time in the program, she has participated in several public speaking and essay writing competitions notably Famelab international, Hult-prize competition, Nature’s essay writing competition, and Sanger prize competition. From these competitions, She has acquired public speaking skills, good writing skills, confidence to distill complex ideas and communicate effectively to a non-specialist audience. In this article, she shares many vital tips for young readers who aspire to become a researcher.
Have you ever thought about how much plastic do you use everyday in the lab? Do you consider yourself as an eco-friendly scientist? Well, I wondered these questions some time ago. There is much more that we can do to without a big effort to be sustainable while progressing efficiently in our research. Go green!
Looking for inspiration on how to increase your employability during this undeniably difficult period? Read below for some quick, easy and free ways to spend your days at home productively and for the most part enjoyably. Great for those who are currently unemployed and ready to enter the job-hunting arena when lockdown rules are paused, also great for those who are employed but are looking into self-development and / or changing their career.
How do we know what is possible? How do we feel less alone? How do we uncover solutions to our sticky problems? Stories. Sometimes we need to step away from our data, industry journals or text books. Learning about women who have navigated similar trials and trails as we have seen, or we expect to face, is time well spent. Fiction, done well, can be wildly helpful.
How well do we address mentoring issues in research? Is stereotyping prevalent in research? Does inclusiveness and diversity really exist in research? Why don’t we guide students for jobs outside of academia?
The flexibility to move around which an academic career demands is especially disadvantaging female scientists, even without kids. Why? The average age difference in cis-heterosexual relationships and the according difference in career stage creates pressure to stay in a place where the male part in the relationship already has a job, instead of him giving it up so that they can move wherever the next short-term academic contract takes her.
