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The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Larry McGrath, PhD in Humanities Center | Senior Researcher at Amazon Prime VideoIn this episode, we discuss what led Larry to pivot from pursuing a career in academia to exploring opportunities in business, how he was able to translate his formal skills as a humanist and social scientist into roles in consulting, Facebook/Meta, and Amazon, and his advice for preparing yourself for the possibility of a career in industry by being intentional about how you pursue your doctoral training. Hosted by special guest host Rachel WaxmanTo connect with Larry and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-06-1225 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Ayushi Sinha, PhD in Computer Science | Senior Scientist at PhilipsIn this episode, we discuss Ayushi’s experience pursuing her doctorate in Computer Science at Johns Hopkins, her advice for finding an advisor and an academic environment that supports your unique interests and needs, and the different ways she applies her computer science skills in the medical field working with x-ray imaging systems as a Senior Scientist at Philips.Hosted by Megan BenayTo connect with Ayushi and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-06-0933 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Richard Nash, PhD in History of Science & Technology | Associate Program Director at National Science Foundation (NSF)In this episode, we discuss what led Richard to pursue a PhD in History of Science & Technology six years after earning his undergraduate degree in Philosophy, the unexpected evolution of his career goals over the course of his doctoral training, and his take on the value of a Humanities PhD in non-academic career paths. Hosted by special guest host Rachel WaxmanTo connect with Richard and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-06-0830 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Lee-Lee Ellis, PhD in Health Policy and Bioethics | Health Care Director at Arnold VenturesIn this episode, we discuss how Lee-Lee’s undergraduate interest in both medicine and philosophy eventually led her to pursue a PhD in health policy and bioethics, what prompted her to transition from a research role to working in healthcare policy and advocacy, and her take on the importance of networking and getting real-world work experience to help discover your passion and decide what career path is right for you. Hosted by Brooklyn ArroyoTo connect with Lee-Lee and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-06-0822 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Stephanie Gamble, PhD in History | Upper School Librarian at Sidwell Friends SchoolIn this episode, we discuss how a childhood interest in Native American indigenous cultures eventually led Stephanie to pursue a PhD in History, what drew her to a career as a librarian and her experience transitioning into this role, and her dedication to mentoring current PhD students who are similarly interested in exploring ways to apply their doctoral skillset in careers outside the typical academic path. Hosted by Brooklyn ArroyoTo connect with Stephanie and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-06-0725 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Janet Gomez, PhD in Italian Literature | Assistant Dean of Faculty Affairs, Summer & Special Programs at Georgetown UniversityIn this episode, we discuss what led Janet to pursue a PhD in Italian literature, the ways her background, identities, and graduate work have continued to show up throughout her career in higher education administration, and her take on the importance of traveling and learning new languages to broaden your cultural horizons, stay curious, and never stop learning. Hosted by Brooklyn ArroyoTo connect with Janet and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-06-0230 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Saeed Ashrafinia, PhD in Electrical Engineering | Collaboration Manager at Siemens HealthineersIn this episode, we discuss how a desire to make a broad impact influenced Saeed’s decision to pursue a PhD in Electrical Engineering at Johns Hopkins and his post-degree career ambitions, his advice for exploring your options and finding the right graduate program and supervisor to support your goals and values, and his take on the benefits of being interdisciplinary and how he utilizes this asset in his current role as a Collaboration Manager at Siemens Healthineers. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Saeed and to learn more about his story, visit his pa...2023-06-0123 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Amanda Palmer, EdD in Education | Founder/CEO of Palmer Educational Services; DEIB Coordinator, English Teacher, Chair of Middle School Teaching & Learning, Instructional Coach, Assistant Director of Summer School at The Lab School of WashingtonIn this episode, we discuss what led Amanda to pursue a doctorate in education at Johns Hopkins, her experience in the EdD program and its impact on her belief in herself to affect real systemic change, and her take on the importance of self-reflection and her creative advice for new teachers entering the classroom. Hosted by Brooklyn ArroyoTo learn more about Amanda's story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-06-0127 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Nicolás Andrés Löffler-Pérez, PhD in Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering | Data Scientist at SwissmedicIn this episode, we discuss how Nicolás unexpectedly discovered the field of biomedical engineering after pursuing a degree a physics in Chile, how he leveraged both his network and his multidisciplinary background to find a career that combines his diverse interests and expertise as a data scientist at Swissmedic, and his take on the power of intentionally seeking out new connections and learning from their diverse perspectives and experiences. Hosted by Brooklyn ArroyoTo connect with Nicolás and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-05-3125 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Xuchen Yao, PhD in Computer Science | CEO at Seasalt.aiIn this episode, we discuss what led Xuchen to embark on an entrepreneurial path after completing his PhD in language and speech processing at Johns Hopkins, his experience transitioning out of academia and co-founding two successful startup companies with a fellow JHU alumnus, and his perspective on intentionally giving back and making a meaningful impact with your career. Hosted by Michael WilkinsonTo connect with Xuchen and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-05-3133 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Scott McClure, PhD in Epidemiology | Assistant Professor of Public Health at Shenandoah UniversityIn this episode, we discuss how an interest in food and a career as a product development food scientist unexpectedly led Scott to pursue a PhD in nutritional epidemiology, how he combines his different interests and experiences in his current research, teaching, and collaborative work on food insecurity, and his take on the importance of picking achievable goals, always trying to do more than zero, and maintaining a healthy work/life balance. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Scott and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project...2023-05-1826 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Ela Warnecke, PhD in Psychological & Brain Sciences | Research Scientist at MetaIn this episode, we discuss Ela’s unexpected path to pursuing a PhD in Psychological and Brain Sciences at Johns Hopkins and her doctoral work on acoustics and bat echolocation, the important roles of both mentorship and networking in influencing her academic and professional trajectories, and her experience unlearning the pressures and work habits of academia after transitioning into industry and embracing a happier and healthier work/life balance. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Ela and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-05-1827 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Victoria Fanti, PhD in Italian LiteratureIn this episode, we discuss Victoria’s unexpected path to pursuing a PhD in Italian Literature and her doctoral work on killer queens in Italian Renaissance tragedy, her reflections on the ways academia is often poorly equipped to support diverse needs, and her take on the importance of taking time to examine your personal values and goals when it comes to planning your next career step. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Victoria and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-05-1733 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Lisa Wyman, PhD in Epidemiology | Manager at Oregon Health AuthorityIn this episode, we discuss what sparked Lisa’s interest in public health and what led her to pursue a PhD in epidemiology, her experiences working in state government and the fulfillment she derives from being on the front lines of public health, and her advice for getting your feet wet and taking advantage of different learning opportunities during your doctoral studies to help prepare you for your future career. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Lisa and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-05-1624 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Gabriela Cantarero, PhD in Neuroscience | Lead Scientific Reviewer at U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA)In this episode, we discuss what led Gabriela to pursue a PhD in Neuroscience and how she navigated finding PIs who aligned with her interests and values, her diverse experiences working as a military scientist, an assistant professor, and currently as a lead scientific reviewer at the FDA, and her advice for trying out different things and trusting your gut when it comes to finding a job that suits your unique personality and approach to life. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Gabriela and to learn more about her story, visit her page on...2023-05-1528 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Gabriela Salmon, PhD in International Health | Researcher at Pontificia Universidad Catolica del PeruIn this episode, we discuss what led Gabriela to pursue PhD in International Health, her doctoral research on the epidemiology of Dengue in Peru, and her current work as a researcher at Pontificia Universidad Catolica del Peru.Hosted by Brooklyn ArroyoTo connect with Gabriela and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-05-1516 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Nancy Newton, EdD in Entrepreneurial Leadership in Education | Grants and Sponsored Programs Manager at Montgomery CollegeIn this episode, we discuss what led Nancy to pursue a doctoral degree in Entrepreneurial Leadership in Education, the ways her degree has enabled her to have a higher-level impact in her work at Montgomery College serving underrepresented and underserved students and in her nonprofit educational work serving incarcerated women, and her take on the importance of mentorship for encouragement, support, and pushing your boundaries. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Nancy and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-05-1228 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Ashley Pitt, PhD in Biology | Associate at McKinsey & Co.In this episode, we discuss Ashley’s childhood interest in science and what led her to pursue a PhD in Biology at Johns Hopkins, the ways curiosity has guided her personal and professional journey and helped her to develop the crucial skill of asking questions, and her take on the importance of communication, accessibility, and equity in the sciences and beyond. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Ashley and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-05-1227 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Jessica Keene, PhD in History | Lecturer of History and Undergraduate Career Advisor for College of Humanities and Fine Arts at University of Massachusetts AmherstIn this episode, we discuss Jessica’s experience as a first-generation college student, what led her to leave her tenure track position at a small liberal arts college to pursue a role that combines her passions for teaching history and undergraduate career advising, and her take on the importance of giving yourself the opportunity to explore your interests during your doctoral studies to help discover how you want to design your life. Hosted by Megan BenayTo connect with Jessica and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project web...2023-05-1229 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Golnoosh Kamali, PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering | Technology Development Associate at Johns Hopkins Technology Ventures (JHTV)In this episode, we discuss how Golnoosh’s dad inspired her to pursue a PhD and a career in academia and what drew her to the field of electrical engineering, the ways her current role at Johns Hopkins Technology Ventures (JHTV) has exposed her to the real-world applications of STEM research and technology commercialization and how she plans to use this experience to enrich her teaching in the future, and her take on the importance of self-introspection, mentorship, and finding your community of support. Hosted by Brooklyn ArroyoTo connect with Golnoosh and to learn mo...2023-05-1127 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Alisa Padon, PhD in Health Behavior & Society | Research Scientist II at The Public Health InstituteIn this episode, we discuss how Alisa’s interest in higher-level influences on our choices and on our health led her to pursue a PhD in Health Behavior and Society at Johns Hopkins, the ways intentionally building a versatile toolkit during her doctoral studies has benefited her career, and the joint roles of research, policy, and advocacy in her current work at The Public Health Institute. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Alisa and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-05-1023 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Rachna Shah, EdD in Mind, Brain & Teaching | Program Coordinator & Faculty at I Am A TeacherIn this episode, we discuss how Rachna transitioned from working as a clinical psychologist to teaching children with learning difficulties, what sparked her interest in pursuing a doctorate in education at Johns Hopkins, and the different ways her experiences in the EdD program have impacted the ways she understands teaching and her hopes for a more holistic approach to education in the future. Hosted by Brooklyn ArroyoTo connect with Rachna and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-05-1029 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Jackie Flanagan, PhD in Biophysics and Biophysical Chemistry | Partner at Bain & CompanyIn this episode, we discuss what drew Jackie to the Biochemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology doctoral program at Johns Hopkins, how taking a step back and assessing her personal and professional values and priorities helped her navigate the decision to pivot out of academia and into consulting, and her take on the ways a PhD prepares you to be a successful consultant as well as the major differences between consulting and academia. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Jackie and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project...2023-05-0325 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Amy Weil, PhD in Chemical Biology | Global Medical Information Scientist at MerckIn this episode, we discuss what led Amy to pursue a PhD in chemical biology at Johns Hopkins, how she combined her love of both science and writing to carve out a career in medical communication and education, and her advice for trusting yourself and following your own path. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Amy and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-05-0322 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Daesha Ramachandran, PhD in Population, Family & Reproductive Health | CEO/Founder at TuskIn this episode, we discuss how Daesha’s initial interests in public service and academic teaching evolved over the course of her PhD program in Population, Family & Reproductive Health, her experience founding a boutique consulting firm focused on equity and organizational and systems change, and her take on the importance of recognizing and affirming your unique worth and talents for sustaining yourself through the many challenges of doctoral training. Hosted by Brooklyn ArroyoTo connect with Daesha and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-05-0226 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Andrew Kesner, PhD in Cellular, Molecular, Developmental Biology & Biophysics | Chief, Unit on Motivation and Arousal at Laboratory for Integrative Neuroscience, National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, National Institutes of HealthIn this episode, we discuss Andrew’s experience pursuing a PhD in behavioral neuroscience through a Graduate Partnership Program with the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Johns Hopkins University, how he centers human impact in his preclinical research on substance abuse disorders and sleep, and his advice for gaining mentorship experience during the PhD program to help develop leadership and people management skills. Hosted by Brooklyn ArroyoTo connect with Andrew and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-05-0130 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Seth Colby, PhD in International Relations | Tax Research & Planning Officer at State of Hawaii, Department of TaxationIn this episode, we discuss the role of mentorship in Seth’s decision to pursue a PhD in International Relations, the various personal and professional factors that led him to take a role as a Tax Research & Planning Officer for the State of Hawaii after having worked in Washing DC at the World Bank and Inter-American Development Bank, and his advice for looking out for unexpected opportunities and carving your own unique career path. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Seth and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100Al...2023-04-1628 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Remy Washington, EdD in Education | President at Uplift EducationIn this episode, we discuss how Remy discovered her love of teaching and what inspired her to pursue a doctorate in education, the different ways the approaches she learned and the network she formed during her doctoral training show up in her work today as the President at Uplift Education, and her take on the importance of being adaptive and willing to try new solutions when facing challenges. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Remy and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-04-1526 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Gina Greenidge, PhD in Materials Science & Engineering | Higher Research Scientist at National Physical LaboratoryIn this episode, we discuss Gina’s path to pursing a PhD in materials science and engineering, her advice for remaining flexible, establishing a strong support system, and trusting in yourself when making decisions about your career path, and her work as a research scientist specializing in mass spectrometry imaging at the UK National Physical Laboratory. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Gina and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-04-1522 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Kyle Metz, PhD in Molecular Microbiology & Immunology | Patent Agent at Cooley LLPIn this episode, we discuss the role of mentorship in Kyle’s decision to pursue a PhD in Molecular Microbiology & Immunology at Johns Hopkins, how he combined his scientific background with the entrepreneurial and business acumen he gained from pursuing an MBA to land a role working in patent law, and his advice for the importance of networking to help discover your career possibilities. Hosted by Brooklyn ArroyoTo connect with Kyle and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-04-1322 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Esther Kim, PhD in Epidemiology | Research Scientist at MetaIn this episode, we discuss what led Esther to pursue a PhD in Epidemiology at Johns Hopkins, how she experimented with internships during her doctoral training to see how her epidemiological skills could apply in different industries, and her experience conducting health-related research at Meta to improve population health. Hosted by Lois Dankwa2023-04-1224 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Sonal Parasrampuria, PhD in Health Policy & Management | FDA Team Lead at Department of Health and Human ServicesIn this episode, we discuss the role of mentorship in helping Sonal understand how to combine her interests into a single academic trajectory in health economics and in connecting her with hands-on experience in the policy world, the different ways she tailored her PhD experience to prepare her to land a job working in the federal government, and the diversity of the work she does in her current role as the FDA Team Lead at the Department of Health and Human Services. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Sonal and to learn more about...2023-04-1124 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Brian Harmon, PhD in Environmental Health and Engineering | Research Staff Member at Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA); Lieutenant Colonel at U.S. Army ReserveIn this episode, we discuss Brian’s unexpected journey from being an aspiring golf course superintendent to studying environmental chemistry, joining the U.S. Army Reserves, pursuing a doctorate in environmental health and engineering, and working in public health preparedness at the Institute for Defense Analysis (IDA), his advocacy work as the co-founder and chair of a military and veteran employee resource group at IDA, and his take on the importance of being flexible, learning from your mistakes, and always trying to improve. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Brian and to learn more ab...2023-04-0931 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Sarah Stamper, PhD in Psychology | Chief Research Officer at MurmurationIn this episode, we discuss how Sarah’s interest in understanding people drew her to pursue a PhD in psychological and brain science, the ways her curiosity and her desire for impact led her into several different roles before she landed in her current position in a civic tech nonprofit, and her advice for trusting your instincts when it comes to finding a career that aligns with your values and goals. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Sarah and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-04-0826 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Tara Ghazi, PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience - Psychology | Chief Operating Officer at MALCOVAIn this episode, we discuss Tara’s inspiring, non-traditional path to pursuing her undergraduate and graduate degrees in cognitive neuroscience, how she translated her doctoral training and her extensive professional experience to co-found a startup focusing on medical device development for breast cancer, and her take on the importance of stepping outside of your comfort zone and exposing yourself to new ideas and experiences to help broaden your outlook and discover your own path. Hosted by Brooklyn ArroyoTo connect with Tara and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100Al...2023-04-0729 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Jiajun Wen, ScD in Epidemiology | Senior Equity Research Associate at JefferiesIn this episode, we discuss what drew Jiajun to the investment banking world after completing his doctorate in Epidemiology, what his day-to-day work looks like researching publicly traded biotech companies at Jefferies, and his take on the importance of gaining a big-picture understanding of your field and being able to simply and effectively explain your research for transitioning from academia into industry. Hosted by Brooklyn ArroyoTo connect with Jiajun and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-04-0626 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Lauren Allen, DrPH in Health Care Management & Leadership | Chief of Operations, Major Extremity Trauma and Rehabilitation Consortium (METRC) at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public HealthIn this episode, we discuss Lauren’s work as the chief of operations of the Major Extremity Trauma and Rehabilitation Consortium (METRC) at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, her experience pursuing the practice-oriented DrPH while remaining a full-time professional, and her advice for getting into the operations and coordination side of clinical research. Hosted by Megan BenayTo connect with Lauren and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-04-0631 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Abigail RayAlexander, PhD in French Literature | Associate Professor of French at Kennesaw State UniversityIn this episode, we discuss the unexpected ways that Edgar Allen Poe inspired Abby to pursue her PhD in nineteenth-century French literature, her advice for embracing uncertainty and having an open mind when it comes to finding your first post-graduate job, and the ways her personal and professional priorities have evolved since her first experience on the academic job market to landing her current tenure track position at Kennesaw State University. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Abby and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-04-0622 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Chris Cashman, MD/PhD in Neuroscience | Neuromuscular Fellow at Mass General BrighamIn this episode, we discuss what led Chris to the field of neuroscience and his experience in the dual MD/PhD program at Johns Hopkins, his advice for seeking out hands-on experiences to help refine and solidify your career aspirations, and his take on the importance of establishing a support system and taking a pendulum approach to finding work/life balance. Hosted by Brooklyn ArroyoTo connect with Chris and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-04-0632 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Meredith Raucher Sisson, PhD in History of Art | Associate Director of the National Scholarship Office at Virginia Commonwealth UniversityIn this episode, we discuss what drew Meredith to study medieval art history and her experience with the interdisciplinarity of the humanities at Johns Hopkins, how a year-long research fellowship in Rome helped her realize she didn’t want to pursue a career in academia, and the ways her current role in higher ed administration satisfies her passion for supporting students to achieve their goals. Hosted by Brooklyn ArroyoTo connect with Meredith and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-04-0529 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Ming Sun, PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering | Research Scientist Manager at MetaIn this episode, we discuss how watching Star Wars first sparked Ming’s interest in speech and language technologies, the role of networking and mentorship in supporting his transition from academia to working in industry and his continued growth in the field of language machine learning at Amazon and Meta, and his take on the importance of learning how to zoom out and understand the big picture when approaching research problems. Hosted by Michael WilkinsonTo connect with Ming and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-04-0529 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Levi Mogg, EdD in Entrepreneurial Leadership | Executive Director at Teach For AmericaIn this episode, we discuss how Levi’s childhood experience in the foster care system and his time working for Teach For America led him to pursue a doctorate of education in entrepreneurial leadership, the ways that he applies the perspectives and skills he gained during his doctoral program in his work today, and his take on what it means to be a community leader in education.Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Levi and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-04-0425 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Alfredo Caro, PhD in Biophysics | Senior Scientist at AgrospheresIn this episode, we discuss what led Alfredo to pursue a PhD in biophysics at Johns Hopkins, why he decided to leave his career in academia and step outside of his comfort zone to work for an agricultural biotech startup, and his take on the importance of having a supportive network to help you through the job-search process and within your career. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Alfredo and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-03-3126 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Claire Zhao, PhD in Biomedical Engineering | Associate Director at PfizerIn this episode, we discuss how Claire’s undergraduate education and her experiences working in industry contributed to her decision to pursue a PhD in biomedical engineering at Johns Hopkins, her take on the differences between academia and working in the impact-driven pharmaceutical industry, and her advice for critically examining and developing your skillset for transitioning into the nonacademic workforce. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Claire and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-03-3118 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Cassandra Crifasi, PhD in Health Policy and Management | Associate Professor at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public HealthIn this episode, we discuss how Cassandra’s childhood interest in orthopedic surgery evolved into her passion for public health and injury and violence prevention, the different ways her doctoral experience at Johns Hopkins prepared her for her current work on gun violence prevention, and her take on the importance of stopping to evaluate the “so what” behind our work. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Cassandra and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-03-3125 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Heather Benz, PhD in Biomedical Engineering | Associate Director, Clinical Research at Johnson & JohnsonIn this episode, we discuss Heather’s passion for mentorship and the ways her involvement with the Thread program has uplifted her and contributed to her success, how her dedication to patient impact led her to pursue roles working with robotics in the healthcare industry rather than in academia, and her take on the necessity of taking risks to reach your full potential. Hosted by Michael WilkinsonTo connect with Heather and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-03-2433 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Haley Harbaugh, EdD in Mind, Brain & Teaching | Senior Director, Growth Initiatives at CiviCOIn this episode, we discuss what prompted Haley to pursue her doctorate in Mind, Brain, and Teaching at Johns Hopkins after completing a master’s degree in instructional design, her reasons for transitioning from an established career in corporate healthcare learning and development to the nonprofit sector at CiviCO, and her advice on how to break into the learning and development space. Hosted by Megan BenayTo connect with Haley and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-03-2334 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Josh Pinto Taylor, EdD in Education | Executive Director at The Anchor SchoolIn this episode, we discuss what made Josh pivot from his plan to become an architect to pursuing a career in education, the different ways he has applied the skills he honed during his doctoral training to his teaching and to his founding of a new charter school, and his advice for being a scholar practitioner and finding inspiration in inevitable change. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Josh and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-03-2329 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Gayatri Nehrusingh-Pajerowski, EdD in Mind, Brain & Teaching | Assistant Director Educational Opportunity Fund at Passaic County Community CollegeIn this episode, we discuss how Gayatri’s desire to better support her students’ self-efficacy compelled her to pursue a doctoral degree in mind, brain, and teaching at Johns Hopkins, her experiences confronting failure and learning to develop a growth mindset, and her take on the importance of learning how to celebrate yourself and honor your hard work. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Gayatri and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-03-2327 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Arielle Mancuso, PhD in International Health | Director of Research & Analytics at The Greystone Group/Implere LLCIn this episode, we discuss how Arielle’s experience in the Peace Corps inspired her to pursue a graduate degree in public health, the ways her multidisciplinary approach to her doctoral training helped her develop the skills to start her own consulting business while still in grad school, and her advice for setting small, attainable goals to boost your confidence both during the PhD and post-graduation when navigating the transition into the workforce. Hosted by Brooklyn ArroyoTo connect with Arielle and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Pr...2023-03-2229 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Darshil Jhaveri, PhD in Pharmacology | Director, Portfolio Strategy at GileadIn this episode, we discuss how Darshil combined the skills he gained during his doctoral training with those he developed in the Hopkins Consulting Group to land a job in consulting, his advice for evaluating your strengths and weaknesses and identifying ways to develop the skills needed to pursue your intended career path, and the ways he combines his consulting experience with his expertise in oncology in his current role as the Director of Portfolio Strategy at Gilead. Hosted by Michael WilkinsonTo connect with Darshil and to learn more about his story, visit his...2023-03-2223 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Michelle Patch, PhD in Nursing | Assistant Professor at Johns Hopkins School of NursingIn this episode, we discuss Michelle’s fascinating journey from the US Navy, ROTC, and working in the Navy Nurse Corps to getting her master’s and eventually her doctorate in nursing from Johns Hopkins, her experiences working in different leadership roles at the Johns Hopkins Hospital and School of Nursing, and her take on the importance of finding both humor and a support system of colleagues to manage the challenges of working in healthcare. Hosted by Brooklyn ArroyoTo connect with Michelle and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHut...2023-03-2134 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Shiva Razavi, PhD in Biomedical Engineering | Postdoctoral Fellow at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)In this episode, we discuss Shiva’s unconventional path from working in the automotive industry to pursuing her PhD in biomedical engineering, the different ways she has sought out work experiences to gain the skills necessary for her future academic and professional goals, and her advice for staying true to yourself and to your ambitions when it comes to planning for your career. Hosted by Michael WilkinsonTo connect with Shiva and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-03-1724 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Vishal Yadav, PhD in Chemistry | Postdoctoral Researcher at Pennsylvania State UniversityIn this episode, we discuss what led Vishal to pursue his PhD in chemistry at Johns Hopkins, how his experiences during the Covid-19 pandemic inspired him to become involved with advocacy work on campus and to speak out as an international student and member of the LGBTQ+ community, and his advice for exploring different career paths and being true to yourself when deciding if a career in academia is right for you. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Vishal and to learn more about his story, visit his page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project w...2023-03-1730 min
The Johns Hopkins #100 Alumni Voices ProjectDr. Beth Goldstein, EdD in Education | Director, Youth Impact Lab at Babson College and Founder of Edge InstituteIn this episode, we discuss why Beth decided to pursue a doctoral degree in education after a successful career in business, consulting, and teaching entrepreneurship and marketing, the importance of peer-to-peer collaboration in her doctoral learning process and the ways it helped her embrace not knowing all the answers, and how she empowers educators to be more effective teachers by helping them see themselves as entrepreneurs. Hosted by Lois DankwaTo connect with Beth and to learn more about her story, visit her page on the PHutures #100AlumniVoices Project website.2023-03-1724 min