WHEN IN STEM

Lab Skills Academy

When in STEM is your go-to podcast for exploring the world of science, technology, engineering, and math through the eyes of those who live it. Hosted by Marie, each episode features conversations with professionals from across the STEM landscape, sharing their experiences, challenges, and the breakthroughs shaping the future. Whether you're a student navigating your path or a professional looking to elevate your career, When in STEM offers practical advice, inspiring stories, and the unfiltered truth about what it's really like to work in these dynamic fields. Tune in for a dose of motivation

  1. 12 МАЯ

    Why Grades Don't Matter: A Biotech CEO's Honest Career Advice

    Ever felt like you're not smart enough for a career in science? This conversation is for you. In this episode of When In STEM, I sit down with Nicole Richards, CEO of a biotech startup working on solutions for mining, PFAS removal, and water treatment, for one of the most honest career conversations I've ever had. Nicole didn't follow a straight line. She "barely made it through" chemical engineering, took a job in the middle of nowhere as a 21-year-old, said yes to roles before she felt ready, and somehow ended up leading a biotech company. We talk about why grades genuinely don't matter, how to network when you're an introvert who hates it, why you should speak in the first 5 minutes of every meeting, and the one mindset shift that changed her entire career. If you've ever felt behind, unqualified, or like you don't have your career "figured out", please listen to this! ⏱️ Chapters:00:00 Intro02:14 Why she chose chemical engineering (the honest answer)04:34 "I barely made it through"07:55 Why grades don't matter09:15 Her first job in the middle of nowhere14:52 How to network when you hate networking21:57 The biggest misconception about what CEOs look for28:53 Saying yes before you feel ready40:29 The 5-minute rule for women in leadership45:15 Pushing back on workplace misconceptions47:32 Career Corner: listener questions 📱 Follow on Instagram: @labskillsacademy🎵 Follow on TikTok: @labskillsacademy For brand inquiries: labskills@viralnationtalent.com 📌 New episodes every Wednesday. Make sure you subscribe and rate this podcast!

    48 мин.

  2. 6 МАЯ

    From MIT to CEO: Rachel Sha on Big Pharma, Startups & Leading as a Woman in Biotech

    📌 Note: this episode was recorded when the company was still called Vaxess Technologies. It has since rebranded to Terrestrial Bio, Inc. (Terrestrial). What does it actually take to go from MIT chemistry to running your own biotech company?Rachel Sha is the CEO of Terrestrial Bio (formerly Vaxess Technologies). Before that, she spent over a decade at Sanofi and earned her MBA at Harvard. We sat down to go deep on the *actual* path , not the polished one. In this conversation:– why she pivoted from chemistry into business, and what an MBA actually does for a science career– how she stood out and rose at Sanofi (a 100,000-person company)– the politics of big pharma and the lessons that stuck– why she eventually left corporate to become a CEO– what nobody tells you about leading a startup in life sciences– leading as a woman in a still-male-dominated industry– the advice she'd give her younger self at MIT– plus listener questions on MBAs, early-career strategy, and pivoting If you're navigating the bridge between science and business or wondering what your next step looks like, this one's for you! 🎙️ Hosted by Marie Follow @wheninstem and @labskillsacademy on Instagram for more 📩 Brand inquiries: labskills@viralnationtalent.com

    46 мин.

  3. 29 АПР.

    From English Major to Life Sciences Leader — How?!

    Can you work in the life sciences with a BA in English? In this episode of When in STEM, I sit down with Rosie from Life Science Cares Boston to talk about her nontraditional path into the life sciences. From studying English to working at the intersection of biotech, nonprofit leadership, and social impact, Rosie’s journey challenges what we think a “STEM career” should look like. We talk about how she broke into the industry, what Life Science Cares actually does, and why your background might be more valuable than you think. If you’ve ever questioned whether you belong in STEM, this episode is for you.

    38 мин.

  4. 22 АПР.

    Career Paths You Can Take With a Chemistry Degree

    You got a chemistry degree… now what? Most people think it means staying in the lab forever, but that’s far from the truth. In this episode, I break down what a chemistry degree actually gives you and the different career paths you can take in biotech, from R&D and QC to project management, supply chain, regulatory, and even tech and business roles. We also talk about salary progression and how to pivot your career without starting over. If you’ve ever felt stuck in STEM, this episode is for you. Your degree is not your job, it’s your starting point.

    19 мин.

  5. 15 АПР.

    She Made It to Leadership at Bayer… With Just a Bachelor’s

    She made it to leadership at Bayer… with just a bachelor’s. So how did she do it?In this episode of When in STEM, I sit down with Kristen Landgren, a chemical engineering graduate who went from starting her career in the lab to leading innovation and science at Bayer, without a PhD.We break down her full career journey, the risks she took, and the skills that actually helped her stand out and move into leadership in the pharmaceutical industry.If you’ve ever felt like you need more degrees to succeed in STEM, this episode might change how you think about your path.

    34 мин.

  6. 8 АПР.

    I Quit the Lab for a Fully Remote Biotech Job (With a Chemical Background)

    “I quit the lab for a fully remote biotech job”… but how does that actually happen? In this episode of When in STEM, I sit down with Alexandra to talk about her journey from chemical engineering to working as an analytical chemist, and how she transitioned into a remote project management role in the pharmaceutical industry. We break down what it’s really like working in a startup, the skills that helped her move beyond the lab, and how she built a more flexible career in biotech. If you’re wondering what you can do with a chemical engineering background, or how to pivot out of the lab, this episode is for you. 🎧 New episodes of When in STEM every week📌 Follow to learn more about careers in biotech & science

    41 мин.

  7. 1 АПР.

    From a Chemistry Degree to Big Pharma — No PhD Needed

    What can you really do with a chemistry degree? In this episode of When in STEM, I sit down with a Site Research Lead Associate at Thermo Fisher to talk about her path from organic chemistry and cancer research to working in clinical trials, without a PhD. We dive into what clinical research actually looks like, how she broke into biotech, and the biggest misconceptions about careers in this space. If you’re a biology or chemistry major figuring out your next move, this episode gives real insight into a path that’s often overlooked. 📲 Listen now on Spotify, Apple, or anywhere you get your podcasts. ⁠Submit your questions/scenarios for Career Corner ⁠⁠ STREAM WHEN IN STEM⁠ ♡ Stay Connected: ♡ Subscribe to my⁠ Youtube channel ⁠for more ♡Follow me on⁠ Instagram⁠ ♡Follow me on ⁠Tiktok ⁠ 💌 For business inquiries: info@labskillsacademy.com

    43 мин.

  8. 25 МАР.

    I Have a Biology Degree… Now What? (All Career Options Explained)

    You have a biology degree… now what? Most people think their only options are med school or a PhD. But in reality, there are so many career paths in biotech, you just haven’t been exposed to them. In this episode, I break down the entire biotech industry so you can finally understand where you fit in. We walk through: Research & Development (R&D) Cell culture, discovery, and assay development Process Development & CMC Manufacturing & bioprocessing Quality (QA/QC) Regulatory Affairs Clinical Research Bioinformatics & non-lab roles And most importantly, I explain the actual job titles you should be searching for on LinkedIn. If you’ve ever felt lost with a biology degree, this episode will give you a clear starting point. Biotech Careers Guide - BioSpace - https://www.biospace.com/career-advice/career-coach-transition-into-a-career-in-biotech

    15 мин.
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When in STEM is your go-to podcast for exploring the world of science, technology, engineering, and math through the eyes of those who live it. Hosted by Marie, each episode features conversations with professionals from across the STEM landscape, sharing their experiences, challenges, and the breakthroughs shaping the future. Whether you're a student navigating your path or a professional looking to elevate your career, When in STEM offers practical advice, inspiring stories, and the unfiltered truth about what it's really like to work in these dynamic fields. Tune in for a dose of motivation

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    Lab Skills Academy
  • Годы выхода
    2025 - 2026
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