Theme: Acknowledging Difficulties
The theme for this month was acknowledging the difficulties of the path chosen. No career path is without its downfalls, and understanding some of the difficulties will make it a lot simpler to navigate. As things across academia and the job market change, there is hope but the subtle reminder that change is also gradual so taking account the realities and not letting them stop your dreams.
Social media continues to push the boundaries of what a scientist is and their personalities outside the lab coat. I've been watching the dating show #LoveIsland for many years now and couldn't resist the opportunity to talk about the science careers presented on the show.Their presence on love island and trajectory after the show can highlight the way young people now view careers and working. A life-long career is something slowly of the past with people wanting to explore different parts of themselves and utilise the power of the internet to live fuller lives. - Full post here
In science related content I have been enjoying BWIS podcast which follows the theme of : Black Women's health. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the content from professionals and the care in which the host guides the conversation. The episode on menstrual health has inspired an entire blog post (out soon).
Finally in career profile news we celebrate when you google "biochemistry to data science" a TCIM profile comes up- view here . This is a huge step and a thanks to Josie who took time to share her journey.
In new profiles we continue along the lines of clinical research but also take a look at leadership within scientific business. Science is a business and understanding the roles within that might be the perfect fit with a lovely profile answering the steps it takes which involve networking and patience. The second is an insight on the mid-level day to day of a data manager in clinical trials.
I am always looking for new people to interview so please reach out or share within your networks as I decide the next steps for TCIM
I look forward to sciencing with you next month
Adama x
July Theme: So what's next?: TCIM edition