Role Model Spotlight

RUN auditorium

Dr. Ching-Ju Tsai

Lab. for Biomolecular Research,
PSI Center for Life Sciences, Switzerland

Are you pondering what to do after completing your PhD? Debating whether to stay in academia while considering starting a family? The challenge intensifies if your partner is also a scientist, potentially in the same field. Balancing dual careers, raising children, and possibly relocating away from family and friends can be tough.
Join us for an engaging “Role Model Spotlight” session, featuring Dr. Ching-Ju Tsai, as she shares her personal experiences and insights on navigating these challenges.
We welcome the audience to actively participate by asking questions when we delve into questions like:

Understanding the planable vs. unpredictable aspects of academic careers.
Come join us for this insightful discussion, complemented by coffee, tea, and some sweets. We look forward to your participation.

Strategies and support systems for effectively managing dual career paths in academia.

Navigating the unique challenges and opportunities of pursuing a scientific career while raising children.

Critical transitions from earning a PhD to securing a permanent academic position.

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