The Biotech Career Coach Podcast helps scientists and biotech professionals take control of their careers. Hosted by Carina Clingman, PhD, a veteran recruiter in the biotech industry, the show turns the confusing parts of the job search into clear, practical steps. Carina has recruited for biotech and medical device companies, run outplacement for teams hit by layoffs, and coached scientists across the industry into the roles they wanted. She brings that recruiter's eye to every episode. Some weeks are solo deep dives job search and career strategy. Others are chats with biotech leaders and scientists who share how they built...
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Nov 13, 2026 · 15:13
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_C7RkjRHXh8 Nobody cares about you in a job interview. Your interviewers care about one thing, and that is how you will solve their problem. In…
Nov 6, 2026 · 18:22
Panel interview tips for biotech jobs, from a recruiter who sits on the other side of the table. Who is on your interview panel, what should you ask each person, and what do you…
Oct 30, 2026 · 34:01
If you are in the job market and wondering how to use AI for your job search, come along and build your own AI job search engine with me in a Claude project. Learn by doing is…
Oct 23, 2026 · 35:46
What is the best AI for your resume and cover letter? This is the second run of my resume scoring model bake-off. I did two things this time. First, a catch-up run of 18 models…
Oct 16, 2026 · 40:14
What is the best AI for your resume and cover letter? I tested 6 AI models blind, one from each major model family plus an open weight model, to see which one tailors a resume to…
Oct 9, 2026 · 19:02
Wondering how to follow up after a job interview when all you hear is silence? In this episode, I answer the questions I get most about following up after an interview, from my…
Oct 2, 2026 · 7:53
Can you go straight from PhD to industry? The answer is yes, but you need to learn to market yourself. If you have heard how hard the job market is and wonder whether you should…
Jul 17, 2026 · 23:28
Your job search is a marketing campaign, and you are the product. In this episode, biotech career coach Carina Clingman shows you how to build a resume and cover letter that get…
May 22, 2026 · 44:03
Most bench scientists think breaking into computational biology means going back to school. Dean Lee proves otherwise. Dean went from neuroscience PhD student at Harvard to…
Apr 17, 2026 · 41:35
AI agents, skills, and automations. You keep hearing these terms, but nobody has clearly explained what they mean for someone actually working in biotech. In this episode, Carina…
Apr 3, 2026 · 48:05
Are you walking into biotech panel interviews and talking to every person the same way? That approach can cost you the offer, even if your science is solid. In this episode,…
Mar 13, 2026 · 47:04
You keep hearing about AI, but nobody is telling you how it actually fits into a biotech career or a job search. That changes today. In this episode, Carina sits down with…
Feb 26, 2026 · 25:20
Are you holding yourself back from biotech roles because you don't check every box on the job description? You're not alone, and it's costing you opportunities. In this career…
Jan 16, 2026 · 48:32
Your technical skills might be perfect, but if you can't present them clearly, you won't get the job. Most scientists treat presentations like data dumps, and it costs them…
Jan 2, 2026 · 9:46
January brings fresh biotech hiring budgets, energized hiring managers, and real momentum after a tough 2025. If you've been waiting for the right time to level up your biotech…
Dec 12, 2025 · 12:22
Networking in biotech doesn’t have to feel awkward or transactional. In this episode, Carina shares how giving first is the simplest way to build authentic biotech networking on…
Dec 5, 2025 · 10:44
Biotech networking doesn’t have to feel random. In this video, I’ll walk you through a 28-day biotech networking challenge you can actually stick to. Perfect for biotech job…
Nov 28, 2025 · 9:06
Does your biotech resume pass the six-second test? That's all the time most recruiters spend deciding who gets rejected and who deserves more attention. In this episode, we show…
Nov 21, 2025 · 16:11
AI can completely change how you write resumes, cover letters, and networking messages for biotech roles, but only if you use it properly. In this episode, I show biotech…
Nov 14, 2025 · 7:29
Is a hidden LinkedIn setting making you look disorganized to recruiters? In this episode, I show you the LinkedIn setting that quietly pulls messy CV text into your profile in…
Nov 7, 2025 · 21:01
Most biotech professionals dread networking because it feels like cold calling, pushy, or inauthentic. If you've ever avoided reaching out because you didn't want to seem…
Oct 31, 2025 · 10:51
Your LinkedIn headline is one of the most valuable pieces of real estate on your profile, but most biotechnology professionals are wasting it. In this episode, Biotech Career…
Oct 24, 2025 · 31:54
Overthinking shows up as research without drafts, resumes that never get sent, and weeks of “planning” with nothing shipped. In this episode, I map out concrete ways to move from…
Oct 17, 2025 · 24:18
When an interviewer asks about a layoff, a resume gap, or a short stint that didn’t work out, the goal isn’t to defend the past. It’s to show judgment, growth, and readiness for…
Oct 10, 2025 · 12:36
AI is changing the hiring process, but not in the way most candidates fear. In this podcast episode, Carina breaks down how applicant tracking systems are actually using AI…
Oct 3, 2025 · 18:56
This episode is a practical playbook for biotech job seekers and career climbers who want to interview with clarity, energy, and impact. Carina breaks down 25 common mistakes…
Sep 26, 2025 · 16:48
This week, Carina shows how to turn a short recruiter phone screen into a competitive advantage across the entire hiring process. Learn specific recruiter screen questions that…
Sep 19, 2025 · 31:35
In this career chat, I had a fun conversation with Nicole Gampp, Senior Alliance Manager at Compass Therapeutics. Nicole shares her unique, non-linear career journey from…
Sep 12, 2025 · 20:38
We're revisiting a powerful episode from our earlier catalog because it's a good reminder as we move into the fall job-seeking season. We discuss whether your job search is on…
Sep 5, 2025 · 15:53
This week I’m sharing some exciting news: we’ve officially launched our new community on Skool, and it’s free to join. I created this space to make job seeking and career…
Aug 29, 2025 · 19:26
This week, I participated in an American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists (AAPS) panel discussion with Brandon Miller on salary negotiations. We answered audience…
Feb 8, 2025 · 30:50
This week, join me for our monthly Ask Me Anything event where I address your questions about the biotech job market, effective networking strategies, and making successful…
Jan 25, 2025 · 50:50
Ready to make 2025 your most organized and productive year yet? In this episode, I'm sharing a powerful Notion template that transformed my own annual planning process. Whether…
Jan 10, 2025 · 24:40
Happy New Year! In this episode, I take you through my comprehensive strategy for annual career planning. We start by reflecting on achievements from 2024, followed by a…
Dec 13, 2024 · 30:56
This week, listen to our monthly live virtual event, 'Ask Me Anything.' Attendees get insights on how to navigate job applications on LinkedIn, including strategies for…
Nov 4, 2024 · 30:32
In this career chat, I had a fun conversation with Nicole Gampp, Senior Alliance Manager at Compass Therapeutics. Nicole shares her unique, non-linear career journey from…
Oct 18, 2024 · 21:28
In this episode, I explore 10 common resume mistakes that might be hindering your biotech job search. Drawing from my recent BioSpace column and observations, I offer practical…
Oct 10, 2024 · 34:36
In this episode of the Biotech Career Coach Podcast, we revisit an interview with John Doyle, Education Director at the Gloucester Biotechnology Academy, originally conducted for…
Oct 3, 2024 · 17:37
In this episode, I explore the notion of perceived career setbacks, particularly regarding the decision to return to academia after a stint in industry. This topic often arises…
Sep 13, 2024 · 26:04
In this episode, I share highlights from a recent ask me anything event in our community, where I addressed key questions from members about biotech careers, including…
Sep 6, 2024 · 19:27
In this episode, I discuss actionable tips from our recent book club read, 'Captivate,' on how to enhance your charisma for job interviews and networking. I'll share key themes…
Aug 23, 2024 · 47:33
In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Kyle Huggins, the founder and CEO of Management Mogul. Kyle shares his journey from a rocky start with a liberal arts degree…
Aug 15, 2024 · 27:00
In this episode, I dive deeper into my monthly BioSpace column answers, providing detailed advice on transitioning from academia to biotech, creating impactful industry resumes,…
Aug 9, 2024 · 26:11
In this career chat, Christina Guerrier shares her journey from healthcare and biotech to founding her own consulting firm, Protean Insights Partner. Christina discusses her…
Aug 2, 2024 · 21:40
This week, I am thrilled to share an inspiring conversation with Bruce Wu, whom we’ve interviewed before on our sister podcast 'Building Biotechs.' Bruce has held a series of…
Jul 26, 2024 · 38:56
In this episode, we chat with Surina Sikka, a Program Manager at Moderna, about her unique career journey. Serena begins by discussing her early career as a biochemist and her…
Jul 19, 2024 · 10:51
In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of my office hours session, where I answered questions from our community that were featured in my latest career coach column in…
Jun 27, 2024 · 39:31
In this insightful live discussion, we explore the career journey of Priya Baraniak, PhD, Chief Business Officer at OrganaBio. Priya shares her unexpected transition from a…
Jun 14, 2024 · 21:17
Our monthly career coach column on BioSpace just dropped! This month we discuss strategies for handling multiple job interviews, the importance of keeping an open mind, and…
Jun 7, 2024 · 21:21
In this episode, we discuss whether your job search is on the right track by examining key metrics. I give a blueprint for a gold-standard job search, informed by a decade of…
May 31, 2024 · 12:22
In this episode, we dive into 'Radical Candor' by Kim Scott, a must-read for anyone aiming to improve their leadership and communication skills. This podcast features excerpts…
May 24, 2024 · 32:08
In this episode, we explore the step-by-step process of preparing an industry job talk that can significantly boost your chances of landing a job. From crafting a compelling…
May 17, 2024 · 37:48
Our monthly career coach column on BioSpace just dropped! This month we offer deeper insights into navigating the job market and the hiring process. There's a lot of stigma and…
Apr 19, 2024 · 24:20
This week my monthly BioSpace Career Coach column dropped, so I'm going into greater detail about each of the questions I answered in that column. We chat about excelling in Zoom…
Apr 12, 2024 · 24:33
In this episode, Dimple Doshi, MS, SAPM, shares her inspiring journey from a bench scientist to R&D Strategy and Operations, where she now blends science and business. As a…
Mar 29, 2024 · 16:30
This week, I recap the great BioSpace event I participated in this week: Navigating a Competitive Job Market. Moderated by Chantal Dresner , VP of Marketing at BioSpace, I joined…
Mar 22, 2024 · 15:22
In this episode, we discuss the power of mindset in your job search and career. Despite some considering it "woo," we explore how mindset can impact success. Check out the…
Mar 15, 2024 · 20:12
In this episode, we chat about bad bosses. Whether you're currently dealing with a difficult manager or looking to avoid one in the future, we've got you covered. Learn how…
Mar 8, 2024 · 27:35
This week I take you behind-the-scenes into one of our office hours discussions. Tailoring your resume to align with the job description is critical for success in job…
Feb 15, 2024 · 33:59
This week, we have something for both sides of the table, whether you're interviewing for your next job or interviewing candidates for your next hire. Navigating the interview…
Feb 9, 2024 · 16:13
How do you escape if you get cornered by someone at a networking event? What if you can't get a word in edgewise? And how about those uncomfortable LinkedIn exchanges? This week…
Feb 2, 2024 · 31:20
In this episode of the Biotech Career Coach, Carina and Alison discuss outplacement services and their value for individuals who are transitioning between jobs. They explain that…
Jan 26, 2024 · 24:29
In this episode, we take you behind the scenes of a LinkedIn seminar that was highly popular in our community. The seminar focuses on using LinkedIn as a networking tool and…
Jan 19, 2024 · 19:02
Networking is scary but can become easier with a good strategy. In this episode, Alison Hall, co-founder of the Collaboratory Career Hub, leads a round table discussion with…
Jan 12, 2024 · 54:43
Carina recently appeared on the Hopkins Biotech Podcast, where she and host Joseph Varriale discussed a range of topics related to biotech job searches, including layoffs, common…
Jan 5, 2024 · 16:17
In part two of the interview workshop at UMass Medical School, Carina introduces interview exercises to help everyone get in the right mindset for interviewing. These exercises,…
Dec 29, 2023 · 35:09
I recently had the absolute pleasure of virtually returning to my alma mater, Umass Medical School, to give an interview skills workshop. This episode is part one of two! Want to…
Dec 29, 2023 · 30:01
In this episode, Carina and Alison answer some great questions from the community. How do you explain a career gap in a job interview? We explore the art of turning what may seem…
Dec 29, 2023 · 12:35
Looking for a job in biotech at the end of the year can feel frustrating and confusing, right? Should you be applying to jobs? What are the companies doing? Why are you not…
Dec 28, 2023 · 2:49
It's almost here! We're translating our popular "Ask a Recruiter" community events into a podcast. The biotech community needs this podcast, and here it is! In this podcast we'll…
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