Transitioning away from Academia

Online (Teams)

This training will be held in English.

Eventually, many academics face this possibility: leaving, quitting academia. Often, it is a decision fraught with much emotion, perceived as a threat to our identity, to our sense of self and pride. The uncertainty of our prospects in the outside world also fuels fears and doubt. In this talk we introduce some helpful strategies in transitioning away from academia and dispel some common misconceptions and biases. We also discuss practical tips and tools to face the culture change and ease the most common frictions academics face when transitioning to a role in the private sector.

The workshop will be conducted by Vicent Botella-Soler.‎ Vicent has been a PhD student (physics), a postdoc (neuroscience), a machine learning consultant for startups, and an R&D manager for tech companies. With extensive international experience in academia and industry, he now works as a consultant and author, helping academics and industry professionals snap out of cognitive traps hindering their development. He specializes in critical thinking and decision-making for individuals and teams.

You can register HERE. The registration deadline is 16 November, 2025.

Contact: Hele-Riin Urmet, hele-riin.urmet@ut.ee.

Estonian Doctoral School joint event. The training is intended for doctoral students from all fields.