Periodic Table of People

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S2 Ep 3: Dr Michelle Tierney, Chief Scientific Officer & Co-founder of SymPhysis Medical

2022-07-0334:31

Michelle discusses her career journey thus far and encourages our listeners to follow their passion. Michelle details how her career transitioned from her role as a Pharmacologist to founding a medical device company with her co-founder Tim Jones. A great listen for anyone craving a diverse and exciting career!Send us a text

S2 Ep 2: Celaine Johannie, Quality Control Analyst in a Biopharmaceutical Company

2022-06-0536:05

Celaine offers fantastic insights into the day to day life of a QC analyst in the biopharmaceutical industry. She highlights the importance of pursuing a career that suits you, that your job is what you make of it! Listen to Celaine as she discusses her experience transitioning from the food and beverage industry into the Biopharm industry. A must-listen for people starting their career.Send us a text

S2 Ep 1: How to Write a Thesis and Introduction to Season 2.

2022-05-0110:21

Listen today to get a taste of what's in store for the new season of the Periodic Table of People. Hang around to the end of the episode to get some valuable tips for thesis writing. Whether it is your undergraduate, master or PhD thesis, this episode has something for you all. Send us a text

S1 Ep 10; Bonus Episode: Five tips to get the most out of your Student Experience

2022-03-0705:00

The final episode of the series explores questions to answer and points to ponder prior to commencing your student experience!Send us a text

S1 Ep 9; Bonus Episode: Understanding Mentorship with Michael B Vaughan

2022-03-0731:39

This epiosde takes a slight side step compared to the previous episodes of the season. Michael discusses mentoring, the power of understanding how a mentor mentee relationship works and how to make your life a little easier in postgraduate study and everyday life once you understand the dynamics of metoring. A must listen for everyone not just those currently involved in tertiary education!! Be sure to tune in to the second bonus episode 'How to get the most out of your postgraduate...

S1 Ep 8: Selecting a Research Topic to Suit You with Cara Nies

2022-02-0730:46

Cara is a final year PhD student at Tyndall National Institue in the area of theoretical chemistry. She completed her Leaving Certificate and Undergraduate studies in Cork, having come to Ireland from Germany as a visiting student as a teenager. Cara tells her story on how she ended up studying for a PhD in UCC and shows the importance of following your gut regarding your education and career path! Send us a text

S1 Ep 7: Changing Career Path with Ehren Dixon

2022-01-0340:58

Ehren discusses his journey to his current role as a PhD student studying electrochemistry at Tyndall National Institute. He goes through the differences between an MSc by research and a PhD and explains how he went from a secondary school teacher to a postgraduate chemistry student. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wishes to change career path and follow their heart into or back to chemistry! Send us a text

S1 Ep 6: The Power of Failure and Resilience with Emma O'Sullivan-Carroll

2021-12-0635:04

A must-listen for anyone struggling in college!! Emma, a PhD student in industry, discusses her experience on-site and illustrates the differences between a PhD in industry and a classic PhD on a university campus. She explains how failing exams as an undergraduate made her a stronger person and PhD student and takes us through her somewhat unusual route to her role today!Send us a text

S1 Ep 5: Starting a Career in Industry with Sarah Hughes

2021-11-0133:52

Sarah has recently begun a career in the pharmaceutical industry after completing her undergraduate and masters studies. Sarah oozes passion for her work and learning and gives our listeners many tips and tricks on how to structure study and the power of helping both your fellow students and colleagues out. A must-listen for anyone struggling with applying themselves and wanting to explore what a career in a Quality Control lab entails! Send us a text

S1 Ep 3: Undergraduate Chemistry Explained with Ewelina Chmielak

2021-09-0530:46

Ewelina gives advice and tips on CV writing and putting your best foot forward when applying to jobs. Awaiting graduation from her undergraduate degree, Ewelina is continuing her studies into a taught masters programme in Dublin. This episode is a must-listen for any prospective chemistry student, undergrad student or anyone looking to further their studies in chemistry on completing their undergraduate degree!Send us a text

S1 Ep 2: Undergraduate Chemistry Explained with Malwina Kossowska

2021-08-0127:03

Malwina gives insight into choosing a college course that's right for you and how to organise yourself in order to achieve. With tips and tricks for studying in COVID times and discussing all the pros and cons of online vs in-person learning. A must-listen for any undergraduate chemistry students or prospective students! Send us a text

S1 Ep 1: Get to know the host

2021-07-0421:43

Welcome to the Periodic Table of People Podcast, the podcast where we explore the careers chemistry offers. Get to know your host Niamh as she discusses everything from choosing a college course, exam tips and tricks, as well as postgraduate life and dyslexia. Send us a text

Learning How to Learn at University

2024-09-1001:29:42

This episode highlights different learning techniques for neurodivergent and neurotypical learners alike. In the episode, I discuss learning styles, creating an effective learning and study environment, taking good notes, time management techniques, learning aids, exam techniques, presentation advice, a study schedule, and how to write a thesis. This episode is suitable for all students, not only those who identify as neurodivergent or neurodiverse. Send us a text

S2 Ep 4 Dr Deirdre Murphy Technical Development Leader at Pfizer, Ringaskiddy.

2022-07-3118:37

Listen to Dr Murphy discuss her career thus far in the pharmaceutical industry. Deirdre completed an undergraduate degree and a PhD before commencing her time in the industry. Deirdre has worked in the pharma industry for 15 years in various roles spanning from Process Chemistry to Technical Services team Leader. She has extensive experience in recruiting and career-developing chemistry graduates and postgraduates. Deirdre offers invaluable advice on module selection in college, and wor...

S1 Ep 4: Taught MSc in Chemistry Explained with Michelle Molloy

2021-10-0338:38

Michelle recently completed her MSc in Analytical Chemistry and has now begun her career in the pharmaceutical industry. This episode is jam-packed with tips and tricks on thesis writing and staying focused when studying masters while looking for a job. A must-listen for anyone writing a thesis or thinking about pursuing a master degree!Send us a text

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