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.
Number of course hours : 6
Date : June 3rd & 4th
Level: Beginners
Topics Covered:
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
- 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 highly recommended)
What not to expect:
In-depth preparation for job interviews or cover letters (only general advice will be provided)