u/captain_penguin9590

The Situation: I’m a 24 year old guy currently living in Berlin, finishing my Master’s in Molecular Biology with a Bachelor’s in Biotechnology. I have solid research experience, but I’ve realised I’m not meant for a PhD or a life at the bench.

The Profile:

• Scientist: Strong research foundation, but I don’t want to do a PhD.
• Creative: Past experience as a content manager and creator. I understand science, and I know I can sell it.
• Extrovert: I enjoy public speaking and interacting with people; I don't shy away from a crowd.
• Language: B2 level in German.
• Presence: Regularly posting science-related content on LinkedIn to prove I can "translate" complex topics.

The Struggle: I’ve been applying for jobs across the EU (mainly Germany) for 2.5 months. I’ve sent many applications for Science Communication and Marketing roles. Result? One single first-round HR interview a month ago, and no other positive news🫠

The Conflict: I am an extrovert who thrives on interaction and creative content. I am very ambitious and willing to relocate anywhere for the right opportunity.

I need your genuine advice:

1. The PhD Barrier: In the EU/German market, is a Master’s a "hard stop" for SciComm or Marketing roles within Biotech?
2. The Strategy: Am I looking for the wrong titles? I want to stay connected to science but use my creative/people skills. Should I pivot my search to different roles?
3. Networking: I’m messaging people every week on LinkedIn, posting creative bio content regularly on linkedin, but nothing is sticking. What am I missing?

Please be real with me, what do I need to change in my approach to finally get hired? 🙏🏻

The Situation: I’m a 24-year-old guy currently living in Berlin, finishing my Master’s in Molecular Biology with a Bachelor’s in Biotechnology. I have solid research experience, but I’ve realised I’m not meant for a PhD or a life at the bench.

The Profile:

• Scientist: Strong research foundation, but I don’t want to do a PhD.
• Creative: Past experience as a content manager and creator. I understand science, and I know I can sell it.
• Extrovert: I enjoy public speaking and interacting with people; I don't shy away from a crowd.
• Language: B2 level in German.
• Presence: Regularly posting science-related content on LinkedIn to prove I can "translate" complex topics.

The Struggle: I’ve been applying for jobs across the EU (mainly Germany) for 2.5 months. I’ve sent many applications for Science Communication and Marketing roles. Result? One single first-round HR interview a month ago, and no other positive news🫠

The Conflict: I am an extrovert who thrives on interaction and creative content. I am very ambitious and willing to relocate anywhere for the right opportunity.

I need your genuine advice:

1. The PhD Barrier: In the EU/German market, is a Master’s a "hard stop" for SciComm or Marketing roles within Biotech?
2. The "B2" Factor: For communication roles in Germany, is B2 German usually the reason for the ghosting?
3. The Strategy: Am I looking for the wrong titles? I want to stay connected to science but use my creative/people skills. Should I pivot my search to different roles?
4. Networking: I’m messaging people every week on LinkedIn, posting creative bio content regularly on linkedin, but nothing is sticking. What am I missing?

Please be real with me, what do I need to change in my approach to finally get hired? 🙏🏻

The Situation: I’m a 24-year-old guy currently living in Berlin, finishing my Master’s in Molecular Biology with a Bachelor’s in Biotechnology. I have solid research experience, but I’ve realised I’m not meant for a PhD or a life at the bench.

The Profile:

• Scientist: Strong research foundation, but I don’t want to do a PhD.
• Creative: Past experience as a content manager and creator. I understand science, and I know I can sell it.
• Extrovert: I enjoy public speaking and interacting with people; I don't shy away from a crowd.
• Language: B2 level in German.🤓
• Presence: Regularly posting science-related content on LinkedIn to prove I can "translate" complex topics.

The Struggle: I’ve been applying for jobs across the EU (mainly Germany) for 2.5 months. I’ve sent many applications for Science Communication and Marketing roles. Result? One single first-round HR interview a month ago, and no other positive news🫠

The Conflict: I am an extrovert who thrives on interaction and creative content. I am very ambitious and willing to relocate anywhere for the right opportunity.

I need your genuine advice:

1. The PhD Barrier: In the EU/German market, is a Master’s a "hard stop" for SciComm or Marketing roles within Biotech?
2. The "B2" Factor: For communication roles in Germany, is B2 German usually the reason for the ghosting?
3. The Strategy: Am I looking for the wrong titles? I want to stay connected to science but use my creative/people skills. Should I pivot my search to different roles?
4. Networking: I’m messaging people every week on LinkedIn, posting creative bio content regularly on linkedin, but nothing is sticking. What am I missing?

Please be real with me, what do I need to change in my approach to finally get hired? 🙏🏻

The Situation: I’m a 24-year-old guy currently living in Berlin, finishing my Master’s in Molecular Biology with a Bachelor’s in Biotechnology. I have solid research experience, but I’ve realised I’m not meant for a PhD or a life at the bench.

The Profile:

• Scientist: Strong research foundation, but I don’t want to do a PhD.
• Creative: Past experience as a content manager and creator. I understand science, and I know I can sell it.
• Extrovert: I enjoy public speaking and interacting with people; I don't shy away from a crowd.
• Language: B2 level in German.🤓
• Presence: Regularly posting science-related content on LinkedIn to prove I can "translate" complex topics.

The Struggle: I’ve been applying for jobs across the EU (mainly Germany) for 2.5 months. I’ve sent many applications for Science Communication and Marketing roles. Result? One single first-round HR interview a month ago, and no other positive news🫠

The Conflict: I am an extrovert who thrives on interaction and creative content. I am very ambitious and willing to relocate anywhere for the right opportunity.

I need your genuine advice:

1. The PhD Barrier: In the EU/German market, is a Master’s a "hard stop" for SciComm or Marketing roles within Biotech?
2. The "B2" Factor: For communication roles in Germany, is B2 German usually the reason for the ghosting?
3. The Strategy: Am I looking for the wrong titles? I want to stay connected to science but use my creative/people skills. Should I pivot my search to different roles?
4. Networking: I’m messaging people every week on LinkedIn, posting creative bio content regularly on linkedin, but nothing is sticking. What am I missing?

Please be real with me, what do I need to change in my approach to finally get hired? 🙏🏻

The Situation: I’m a 24-year-old guy currently living in Berlin, finishing my Master’s in Molecular Biology with a Bachelor’s in Biotechnology. I have solid research experience, but I’ve realised I’m not meant for a PhD or a life at the bench.

The Profile:

• Scientist: Strong research foundation, but I don’t want to do a PhD.
• Creative: Past experience as a content manager and creator. I understand science, and I know I can sell it.
• Extrovert: I enjoy public speaking and interacting with people; I don't shy away from a crowd.
• Language: B2 level in German.
• Presence: Regularly posting science-related content on LinkedIn to prove I can "translate" complex topics.

The Struggle: I’ve been applying for jobs across the EU (mainly Germany) for 2.5 months. I’ve sent many applications for Science Communication and Marketing roles. Result? One single first-round HR interview a month ago, and no other positive news🫠

The Conflict: I am an extrovert who thrives on interaction and creative content. I am very ambitious and willing to relocate anywhere for the right opportunity.

I need your genuine advice:

1. The PhD Barrier: In the EU/German market, is a Master’s a "hard stop" for SciComm or Marketing roles within Biotech?
2. The "B2" Factor: For communication roles in Germany, is B2 German usually the reason for the ghosting?
3. The Strategy: Am I looking for the wrong titles? I want to stay connected to science but use my creative/people skills. Should I pivot my search to different roles?
4. Networking: I’m messaging people every week on LinkedIn, posting creative bio content regularly on linkedin, but nothing is sticking. What am I missing?

Please be real with me, what do I need to change in my approach to finally get hired? 🙏🏻