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This two-session course is designed to help scientists transition from academia to industry by learning how to identify suitable job opportunities, tailor a CV for specific roles, and improve professional visibility, especially on LinkedIn. Through short presentations, practical exercises, and interactive activities, participants will learn how to showcase their skills in a way that resonates with industry recruiters. Session 1 – Exploring Opportunities & Understanding Industry Language What jobs are out there? Discover diverse career paths beyond the lab Use the Ikigai concept to find your ideal job fit Adapting your CV for industry Learn how to read and analyze real job offers (e.g. Patent Attorney, Medical Writer, Training Officer, Strategic Affairs roles) Understand how Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) work Translate academic skills into industry language Learn to match your experience with job descriptions  Session 2 – Hands-on Practice & Building Your Online Presence CV Tailoring Workshop Hands-on session to create a CV tailored to a real job offer You may bring your own job ad and CV for feedback (optional but encouraged) Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile Learn how to access the hidden job market Build meaningful connections through networking Increase your visibility to recruiters Q&A and Open Discussion Bring your questions, challenges, or CVs for live feedback Optional: Share your own job ad for group analysis IMPORTANT INFO What’s included: Templates and guides for CV writing A curated list of companies with presence in Spain A list of common industry job titles Interactive games and exercises What to bring: A laptop Your LinkedIn account (free version is enough) Access to ChatGPT (optional, but recommended) What not to expect: In-depth preparation for cover letters (only general advice will be provided) and interviews Learning Outcomes By the end of the course, you will be able to: Identify career paths that fit your skills and interests Translate your academic experience into industry-friendly language Create a customized CV for a specific job Improve your LinkedIn visibility and grow your professional network *Learn by doing: this course is practical, engaging, and tailored to scientists looking to move forward in their careers.

This three-session course is designed to help scientists transition from academia to industry by learning how to identify suitable job opportunities, tailor a CV for specific roles, improve professional visibility, especially on LinkedIn and prepare for job interviews. Through short presentations, practical exercises, and interactive activities, participants will learn how to showcase their skills in a way that resonates with industry recruiters. Session 1 – Exploring Opportunities & Understanding Industry Language What jobs are out there? Discover diverse career paths beyond the lab Use the Ikigai concept to find your ideal job fit Adapting your CV for industry Learn how to read and analyze real job offers (e.g. Patent Attorney, Medical Writer, Training Officer, Strategic Affairs roles) Understand how Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) work Translate academic skills into industry language Learn to match your experience with job descriptions  Session 2 – Hands-on Practice & Building Your Online Presence CV Tailoring Workshop Hands-on session to create a CV tailored to a real job offer You may bring your own job ad and CV for feedback (optional but encouraged) Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile Learn how to access the hidden job market Build meaningful connections through networking Increase your visibility to recruiters Q&A and Open Discussion Bring your questions, challenges, or CVs for live feedback Optional: Share your own job ad for group analysis Session 3 – Hands-on Practice Interviews & Salary Negotiation Gain confidence through role-play and peer feedback IMPORTANT INFO What’s included: Templates and guides for CV writing A curated list of companies with presence in Spain A list of common industry job titles Interactive games and exercises Support for CV review after the course via training@crg.eu What to bring: Your LinkedIn account (free version is enough) Access to ChatGPT (optional, but recommended) What not to expect: In-depth preparation for cover letters (only general advice will be provided) Learning Outcomes By the end of the course, you will be able to: Identify career paths that fit your skills and interests Translate your academic experience into industry-friendly language Create a customized CV for a specific job Improve your LinkedIn visibility and grow your professional network Gain confidence for the interview process *Learn by doing: this course is practical, engaging, and tailored to scientists looking to move forward in their careers.

This two-session course is designed to help scientists transition from academia to industry by learning how to identify suitable job opportunities, tailor a CV for specific roles, and improve professional visibility, especially on LinkedIn. Through short presentations, practical exercises, and interactive activities, participants will learn how to showcase their skills in a way that resonates with industry recruiters. Session 1 – Exploring Opportunities & Understanding Industry Language What jobs are out there? Discover diverse career paths beyond the lab Use the Ikigai concept to find your ideal job fit Adapting your CV for industry Learn how to read and analyze real job offers (e.g. Patent Attorney, Medical Writer, Training Officer, Strategic Affairs roles) Understand how Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) work Translate academic skills into industry language Learn to match your experience with job descriptions  Session 2 – Hands-on Practice & Building Your Online Presence CV Tailoring Workshop Hands-on session to create a CV tailored to a real job offer You may bring your own job ad and CV for feedback (optional but encouraged) Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile Learn how to access the hidden job market Build meaningful connections through networking Increase your visibility to recruiters Q&A and Open Discussion Bring your questions, challenges, or CVs for live feedback Optional: Share your own job ad for group analysis IMPORTANT INFOWhat’s included: Templates and guides for CV writing A curated list of companies with presence in Spain A list of common industry job titles Interactive games and exercises Support for CV review after the course via training@crg.eu What to bring: Your laptop (required) Your LinkedIn account (free version is enough) A job offer that interests you (optional but helpful) Your current CV (if available) Access to ChatGPT (optional, but recommended) What not to expect: In-depth preparation for job interviews or cover letters (only general advice will be provided) Learning Outcomes By the end of the course, you will be able to: Identify career paths that fit your skills and interests Translate your academic experience into industry-friendly language Create a customized CV for a specific job Improve your LinkedIn visibility and grow your professional network *Learn by doing: this course is practical, engaging, and tailored to scientists looking to move forward in their careers.

This workshop is designed to help scientists transition from academia to industry by learning how to identify suitable job opportunities, tailor a CV for specific roles, and improve professional visibility, especially on LinkedIn. Through short presentations, practical exercises, and interactive activities, participants will learn how to showcase their skills in a way that resonates with industry recruiters. What jobs are out there? Discover diverse career paths beyond the lab Use the Ikigai concept to find your ideal job fit Adapting your CV for industry workshop Learn how to read and analyze real job offers (e.g. Patent Attorney, Medical Writer, Training Officer, Strategic Affairs roles) Translate academic skills into industry language Learn to match your experience with job descriptions Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile Increase your visibility to recruiters IMPORTANT INFOWhat’s included: Templates and guides for CV writing A curated list of companies with presence in Spain A list of common industry job titles Interactive games and exercises Support for CV review after the course via training@crg.eu What to bring: Your LinkedIn account (free version is enough) A job offer that interests you (optional but helpful) Access to ChatGPT (optional, but highly recommended) What not to expect: In-depth preparation for job interviews or cover letters (only general advice will be provided) Learning Outcomes By the end of the course, you will be able to: Identify career paths that fit your skills and interests Translate your academic experience into industry-friendly language Create a customized CV for a specific job Improve your LinkedIn visibility and grow your professional network *Learn by doing: this course is practical, engaging, and tailored to scientists looking to move forward in their careers.