All articles by Caroline Tolond
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Careers clinic: Once an academic...
Does settling on a career in academia mean you've closed off all alternative options in the future? Of course not, says Caroline Tolond
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Careers clinic: Never too old
Age is no barrier to career progression. Just stay up to date, re-jig your CV and brush up on the latest interview techniques before making your move, says Caroline Tolond
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Careers clinic: Pharma's market
The job market in the pharmaceutical sector is competitive, but that's no reason to rule out a career change. Caroline Tolond looks at the options
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Careers clinic: Bench to bedside
There are plenty of options for pharmaceutical researchers thinking about moving into the healthcare sector, says Caroline Tolond
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Careers clinic: Self promotion
The CV that has suited your current employers might need some rejigging before you send it elsewhere. Caroline Tolond shows you how
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Careers clinic: Career building
With companies advertising fewer job vacancies, it's time to network like never before, says Caroline Tolond
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Careers clinic: Reaching out
Planning a move into science outreach? First, build a portfolio of voluntary work, advises Caroline Tolond
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Careers clinic: Move to Canada
Many dream of leaving the UK behind and Canada is a tempting destination. Caroline Tolond advises on how to prepare for such a life-changing move
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Careers clinic: A legal move
Switching to a career in the legal profession will require extensive - and expensive - training but a science background can be a useful asset, says Caroline Tolond
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Careers clinic: Work-life balance
Changing the balance between your work and family life first requires some deep thought, says Caroline Tolond
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Careers clinic: Graduate recruitment
There's no denying that it's a difficult time to get your first job after graduation but stay positive and open-minded and you'll surely be rewarded, says Caroline Tolond
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Careers clinic: CVs for postdocs
Academic CVs are always lengthy but it's important to know where to put the detail and what to miss out, says Caroline Tolond
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Careers clinic: Transition into teaching
If you are thinking of moving into teaching, it's worth first examining your motives and work shadowing a teacher, says Caroline Tolond
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Careers clinic: Great leap forward
Is it worth doing an MBA to help with the move into management? Caroline Tolond weighs up the pros and cons
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Careers clinic: Let's talk science
If you are interested in a career in science communication, whether public engagement or science writing, it pays to get experience first, advises Caroline Tolond
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Careers clinic: A fresh start
Whether you're choosing a degree course or looking for a career change, it's vital that ask yourself what you enjoy doing and what makes you tick, advises Caroline Tolond
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Careers clinic: A safe move
Jobs in health and safety often appeal to those wishing to leave the lab. It's not an easy move, but experience or qualifications can make it smoother, explains Caroline Tolond
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Careers clinic: Leap into consultancy
No matter what stage you're at in your career, you'll need to do your homework before working as a consultant, writes Caroline Tolond
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Careers clinic: Planning ahead
Now, more than ever, is the time to proactively manage your career, says Caroline Tolond
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Careers clinic: The CV question
CV fashions come and go, and what's good in the UK might not be right for the US. Here are some invaluable pointers from Caroline Tolond.