Careers in Your Ears

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The Careers Podcast for PhD Students and Research Staff at King's College London.

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October 23, 202629 min

S16 Ep3 | Q&A | How do I answer "Tell me about yourself"...and other interview classics?

If you’ve ever felt stuck and unsure where to start with answering the infamous interview classics “tell us about yourself” and “why are you interested in this opportunity”, this episode is for you! Laura and Maria discuss what employers are really looking for when they ask these questions, how you can best prepare to come up with answers that feel natural and authentic on the day, and how having a background in research sets you up with exactly the right kind of skill set to master the art of crafting successful interview answers. Don't forget: send us your career question anonymously here: Send your careers question to the Careers In Your Ears podcast

October 9, 202640 min

S16 Ep2 | From Curiosity to Impact | Building a Career with Purpose with Dr Gideon Johnson

Ever wondered how to stay aligned with your values and build a career that feels meaningful? Join us for this episode with clinical academic Dr Gideon Johnson, Senior Teaching Fellow in Adult Nursing at the Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care at King’s College London. In this episode, Gideon shares how he has kept alive the curiosity driving his research, how he has navigated a demanding career path integrating research, clinical care and innovation, and how he has learned to move on from rejection. Listen in to hear more about how building meaningful relationships can help you focus your energies, how mentoring can make you see yourself with new eyes, and how collaboration is key to making impact happen. King’s Careers Network for Researchers LinkedIn page for more researcher career insights and job postings. KCATO for training opportunities and support for research-active health professionals working across King’s Health Partners. For King's doctoral researchers and research staff you can access specific online resources and events to support you in your careers in and beyond academia.

September 25, 202634 min

S16 Ep1 | Q&A | I need a job in a year: what can I be doing now to improve my chances in this challenging job market?

Anna and Laura take stock of the labour market (including what's in the news and the reality) and discuss ways researchers might effectively use their time to prepare for their next steps beyond academia.

July 3, 202638 min

S15 Ep5 | Q&A | How can I network in a way that feels authentic?

“Networking feels so fake!” ...was something said to us recently in a workshop. If the idea of networking makes you cringe or you identify as an introvert - this one's for you. Laura and Maria discuss ways that networking can work for you, and so much more in this episode. Hear about ways to approach conversations with curiosity, trying out LinkedIn, creating your own communities and doing it all whilst still being 'you'. Don't forget: send us your career question anonymously here: Send your careers question to the Careers In Your Ears podcast – Fill out form

June 19, 2026Episode 447 min

S15 Ep4 | Lilian Odaro's Journey of Resilience from PhD to Doctoral Development

What do cake, House (the TV series) and a vision board have in common? Find out in our latest podcast episode with the inspiring Lilian Odaro , Doctoral Student Development Officer at King's Doctoral College who used all these and more to navigate her way through balancing a PhD, part-time work, becoming a parent, discovering careers in 'alt ac' and finding a way to belong in a system that is often not designed with these challenges in mind. This episode is a balm for the current challenging job market where Lilian shows how it is possible to simultaneously be open-minded and flexible about one's career journey while also sticking to the goals that matter.

June 5, 202638 min

S15 Ep3 | From Research to Reach: Finding Your Academic-Adjacent Path

Dr Francesca Greenstreet joins us to explore her journey from a decade in neuroscience research to a creative, fast-paced role in research communications at King’s. She shares how her “favourite bits” of academia - people, creativity, and curiosity - shaped a new, academic-adjacent career. Through trying things out, embracing uncertainty, and learning to “strip it back,” Francesca has built a role that blends storytelling, strategy, and science. She reflects on the realities of stepping sideways rather than away, and the skills PhD researchers often don’t realise they already have. For anyone curious about academic-adjacent careers, science communication, or wondering how to explain your research to anyone outside your field: this is a brilliant listen. You can find Francesca on LinkedIn Want us to answer your careers question? Complete this anonymous form Careers resources for researchers on KEATS

May 15, 202626 min

Series 15 | Ep 2 | Q&A | Research is my only passion - what else can I do?

Thinking about leaving academia but research is the only thing you've ever been 'passionate' about? This can make looking for next steps really challenging. In this episode, Anna and Laura (careers consultants for researchers) unpick what it means to be passionate about something, how to understand what this might mean for you and how to use this to explore next steps. If you're studying or working at King's you can find more support on our ' Careers Beyond Academia' KEATS page and book a 1:1 appointment with our team. Send us your career question anonymously here: Send your careers question to the Careers In Your Ears podcast – Fill out form

April 24, 202639 min

S15 Ep 1 | Balancing Research and Practice |Clinical Academic Careers with Professor Julie Sanders

If you’re a current or aspiring clinical academic wondering how to build a research career alongside clinical practice, this episode is for you. Professor Julie Sanders, cardiovascular nurse and clinical academic joins us to discuss: navigating non‑linear career paths balancing clinical and research demands making the most of emerging opportunities Saying yes (and knowing when not to) Julie shares practical insights on using research in practice, building your profile, finding champions, and how being bold in your networking can shape your career in unexpected ways. You can find the resources mentioned by Julie using the links below: CARIN: https://www.councilofdeans.org.uk/partnerships/carin-clinical-academic-roles-implementation-network/ CONNECT: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/research/connect KCATO: https://www.kcl.ac.uk/doctoralcollege/researcher-development/kcato Post-doc paper: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/jocn.15575 King’s Careers Network for Researchers LinkedIn page for more researcher career highlights and job postings. For King’s doctoral researchers and research staff you can access specific online resources and events to support your career development within and beyond academia.

March 20, 2026Episode 634 min

S14 Ep6: Head of Data Science at KMPG | navigating career complexity - agentic AI, dual careers and caring responsibilities

In this episode we talk to Dr Santhi Kuppilivenkata, Head of Data Science at KPMG. It was a refreshingly honest conversation about returning to work after maternity leave: 'it's not a break' and leveraging your research skills and academic approach in industry with some excellent tips on how to talk about your value in a corporate environment (and what to avoid). She also sheds light on how to work in industry while maintaining a role in academia and how that benefits her day to day work. Santhi's proactive approach to building a professional network was also transformational in her career and she is passing that on as a mentor for SheCanCode. www.kmpg.com SheCanCode

March 6, 202638 min

Series 14 Ep 5 | Q&A | How can I talk about my experience if I've 'only' done a PhD?

Does a PhD count as experience? If you're looking for roles outside of academia and wondering whether you have the right experience, or finding it hard to articulate your skills in 'corporate speak', then this one's for you. Laura and Lindsay discuss: How to translate your research skills and speak the language of a new sector Using your network to unlock some of the 'secrets' of another industry Which level to start at How to get extra experience if you need it Strategic stepping stones To hear more about Lindsay's research, make sure you're following us on LinkedIn: King's Careers Network for Researchers If you have a question you'd like us to answer, complete this anonymous form If you are a researcher at King's and would like to attend one of our workshops or book a 1:1 appointment go to: https://kcl.targetconnect.net/

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