From Academia to Science Communication

Are you a student, researcher, PhD scholar, or life sciences professional wondering what comes after academia?

Join Dr. Sujitha Parthiban as she shares her inspiring transition from a PhD researcher in Biotechnology to a professional Science Communicator. Through real experiences, practical advice, and actionable insights, this session will help you understand how scientific knowledge can be transformed into impactful communication and rewarding career opportunities.

About the Speaker

Dr. Sujitha Parthiban is a Science Communicator with a PhD in Industrial Biotechnology and over seven years of research experience. She has authored multiple publications in high-impact international journals, secured the prestigious CSIR Senior Research Fellowship, and currently works as a Science Communicator at Cactus Communications, where she develops scientific content including infographics, video scripts, and plain-language summaries for healthcare professionals.

What You Will Learn?

• What science communication is and why it is becoming an exciting career option
• How to transition from academia to industry
• Essential skills employers look for in science communicators
• Practical job search strategies that helped the speaker secure her role
• Tools, courses, and learning resources for career preparation
• Different career opportunities in science communication
• Common challenges during the transition and how to overcome them
• Live Q&A with the speaker

Who Should Attend?

• Pharmacy, Lifesciences, nursing, medicine and Biotechnology students and working professionals
• PhD scholars and postdoctoral researchers
• Medical writers and science communicators
• Life sciences and healthcare professionals
• Anyone interested in exploring careers beyond laboratory research