Persistent Curiosity
Joanna Kaniewska from T Shaped uncovers career planning strategies for STEM professionals, helping you grow and shape a career that aligns with your goals and passion. Discover what accomplished scientists, engineers, and innovators have done to reach their current positions and learn about their paths to leadership. Through success stories and challenges faced, see how passion can be channeled into fulfilling careers. It features exclusive interviews, invaluable career planning tips, and key leadership insights. You'll hear about successful academic careers, transitions from academia to industry and big tech, governmental positions in STEM, and STEM roles in the non-profit sector. Whether you're an aspiring scientist, an established STEM professional, or simply captivated by inspiring career stories, this podcast is your ideal source. Hit subscribe, and get ready to transform your career path.
Episodes
This episode takes you behind the scenes of innovation and product development, showcasing the journey from concept to supermarket shelf from a food science perspective. Our guest, Kirsten Sutaria, shares her insights on creating products for iconic brands like Ben & Jerry's and Innocent Drinks, the reality of launching her own food brand, Doozy Pots, and offers invaluable career and leadership advice for STEM professional...
Launching a biotech startup is a challenging yet rewarding venture, combining cutting-edge scientific research with strategic business acumen. It offers the exciting possibility of advancing medical science and delivering innovative healthcare solutions.
In this episode, we're talking with Dr. Eric Ekland, CEO of Anvesana, who shares his journey from a postdoc to an investment banking analyst and then to CEO of a startup. Eric ...
Have you ever felt scared or stressed about trying something new, such as public speaking, networking, or asking for help? Taking small steps and gradually exposing yourself to these challenges can help you overcome your fears and grow stronger as discussed with today’s guest - Dr Alex Williams.
In today’s episode, we examine themes of exploration and experimentation. We’ll dive into Alex’s career journey and discuss the importance ...
How is it to work at a national lab? This career path, extending beyond academia, intrigues many who are curious about its dynamics and opportunities.
In this episode, we're talking with Dr. Samantha Erwin, who will offer us an insider's perspective. We'll explore the realities of life in a national lab, uncovering the unique challenges and rewards of this career path. Sam will also share insights from her personal ca...
In a world where career paths are rarely straight, each twist and turn can lead to unexpected and fulfilling destinations.
In this episode, Andrea Zick shares her journey from working in kitchens as a chef to working towards gaining her PhD. With a wealth of experience and wisdom, Andrea shares the lessons of appreciation, the balance of success and failure in a PhD, and the importance of seizing opportunities with both hands.
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You've probably heard the saying, "Science not communicated is science not done." It underscores the importance of sharing scientific knowledge beyond the research labs.
In this episode, Prof Giles Yeo shares an insight into his career story combining research and science communication. We discussed the role luck played in his career journey and how proactive efforts, like knocking on people’s doors, led him to a post...
Navigating the transition from academia to industry can be daunting, as many feel that pure academic experiences don't always align with the corporate world. Also, there's a common perception that once you leave academic labs for boardrooms, the journey back might not be possible.
In this episode, Dr Oliver Müller shares his journey from academia to tech giant Google...and back, proving that such transitions happen. I aske...
Welcome to 'Persistent Curiosity' with Joanna Kaniewska from T Shaped. This short trailer explains what this podcast is all about. Subscribe now to be notified about future episodes so you can be the first to hear inspiring career and leadership stories from accomplished STEM professionals. Stay tuned and stay curious!
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