How a coffee chat led to a career shift: Conversations that can change your career with Dr. Ellen Dobson

In this episode of PostPhDirections, I chatted with Dr. Ellen Dobson, postdoc and grad program manager at the Morgridge Institute for Research, about how casual coffee chats can lead to career clarity-and even a job.

From walking away from the lab bench to helping researchers design fulfilling futures, Ellen shares how informational interviews shaped her own path and why they’re a must for any early career researcher considering a move beyond academia.

Packed with practical tips and honest reflections, this conversation is your permission to reach out, get curious, and start building the career you actually want.

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