The Chemistry PhD Journey: A Bitter Truth

In this video, I dive into the essential considerations for anyone thinking about pursuing a PhD in chemistry. I share my personal journey and highlight crucial steps that a chemistry PhD student should take before committing to such an endeavor.

▼ ▽ Sign up for my FREE newsletter
Join 19,000+ email subscribers receiving the free tools and academic tips directly from me:
https://academiainsider.com/newsletter/

▼ ▽ MY COURSES AND EBOOKS ▼ ▽

▶ Become a Master Academic Writer With AI using my course: https://academy.academiainsider.com/c...

▶ Use my Ultimate PhD Kickstart: 12 Point Success System for Aspiring PhDs to start your PhD strong: https://academy.academiainsider.com/c...

▶ My best YouTube advice curated into an an easy to follow course, Effortless Academia: https://academy.academiainsider.com/c...

▶ Applying for a PhD? Get my FREE PhD application resource pack to apply with confidence: https://www.subscribepage.com/freeapp...

▶ Learn what I wish I had known before starting my PhD in my ebook bundle: https://academiainsider.com/ebook-bun...

I encourage you to explore various chemistry PhD topics to determine which ones align with your career aspirations. I also suggest using resources like job search websites to investigate the demand for PhD chemistry graduates and the types of roles available, such as technical writers, chemical engineers, and patent attorneys.

I discuss the reality of working in different fields and the necessity of adapting your expectations to match the job market's demands.

For current and prospective postgraduate students, I offer a candid look at life as a PhD student in chemistry, discussing the various roles you might encounter in a chemistry lab and beyond.

This video serves as a valuable guide for anyone considering a PhD in chemistry, offering insights into the practical steps and considerations needed to make an informed decision. Whether you are interested in exploring chemistry PhD topics, understanding the job market, or simply gaining a realistic perspective on postgraduate life, this video provides a comprehensive overview tailored to help you navigate your academic and professional journey.

................................................

▼ ▽ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:43 Think about the jobs after your degree
01:32 Looking at the cash
02:57 Start looking for job listings
05:26 Where can a PhD take you?
07:32 Not working in Chemistry?
09:27 Wrap up

................................................

▼ ▽ RECOMMENDED ACADEMIC TOOLS AND SERVICES

▶ Recommended Apps, Books and Courses: https://academiainsider.com/recommend...

AI TOOLS
▶ Best PhD Writing Tool - Writefull - https://link.andrewstapleton.com.au/w... (Get 10% off with my link)
▶ Best Literature Search - Litmaps - https://app.litmaps.co (Get 10% off with code STAPLETON)
▶ Best Literature Review Writing Tool - Jenni.ai - https://jenni.ai/ (Get 20% off with code ANDY20)


▼ ▽ RECOMMENDED YOUTUBE TOOLS AND SERVICES
▶ VidIQ - https://vidiq.com/drandy
▶ Camera - Canon EOS 650D https://amzn.to/3aDOog6
▶ On camera mic - https://amzn.to/3iMTzx0
▶ Webcam - https://amzn.to/43a8YyP
▶ Shotgun microphone - https://amzn.to/34gzcUX
▶ Portable recorder - https://amzn.to/3kUzF53
▶ Lighting - https://amzn.to/2YgbAfv


▼ ▽ Socials for shorts and reels
Instagram:   / drandystapleton  
TikTok:   / drandystapleton