Last updated: 2026-02-20
By Jennifer Polk, PhD — Academic Escape & Career Clarity Coach for PhDs | Job Search & Career Educator | Keynote Speaker & Workshop Facilitator | Online Community Builder
A gated resource designed specifically for PhDs preparing to transition out of academia, delivering a practical framework to define next steps, align strengths with in-demand roles, and build a confident plan to land meaningful work faster than going it alone.
Published: 2026-02-20
Define a concrete, actionable career plan that aligns a PhD’s skills with high-potential non-academic roles
Jennifer Polk, PhD — Academic Escape & Career Clarity Coach for PhDs | Job Search & Career Educator | Keynote Speaker & Workshop Facilitator | Online Community Builder
A gated resource designed specifically for PhDs preparing to transition out of academia, delivering a practical framework to define next steps, align strengths with in-demand roles, and build a confident plan to land meaningful work faster than going it alone.
Created by Jennifer Polk, PhD, Academic Escape & Career Clarity Coach for PhDs | Job Search & Career Educator | Keynote Speaker & Workshop Facilitator | Online Community Builder.
PhD students nearing completion who want a clear plan to transition into non-academic roles, Postdocs considering leaving academia who need a structured framework to evaluate non-academic careers, Academia-to-industry seekers who want confidence and a practical path to entry-level roles in non-academic settings
Professional experience in any industry. LinkedIn or networking platforms. 1–2 hours per week.
Clear transition plan. Confidence boost. Practical pathway to industry
$0.15.
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