Working As A Postdoc At Harvard: My Experience

This is just my experience of being a postdoc at Harvard Mecial School. It was an awesome experience that I would totally do again.

[@Felizims]

This is the most real and insightful video about a post-doc experience I’ve seen, thanks so much. Looking forward to the next one!

[@gradschooladvice9537]

Thank you!

[@bekkamsatish1155]

Can you please give your email id

[@gradschooladvice9537]

Sure it’s [e-mail]

[@Emmashful]

I just started a postdoc position there. It's good to hear your anecdotes. Watching the video even made me nervous to my stomach. Sheesh.

[@dongdongzhu6700]

Hi, I hope you enjoyed the time during your post-doc.

[@Emmashful]

@@dongdongzhu6700 it was decent! I certainly learned a few things. Now I’m about to start a teaching faculty position at another university in the area. It was certainly a good stepping stone.

[@Che.Castor]

Hey, thank god youtube got me here. You are gold! Basically... you are not only talking about Harvard, I think we can apply your thoughts/tips for every path in the postdoc era. Thank you!!!

[@gradschooladvice9537]

Thank you so much. This kind of comment makes it worth doing this channel!

[@alexandrepoirier9426]

Thank you!

[@Thinkaboutit803]

Thank you for the advice! Going to start in July. Really optimistic

[@亮雨-j6m]

thank you so much

[@Maziakhan-p9f]

So true, I am going through the same phase and you explained it very well. Thanks for sharing this experience. Interesting

[@Singingwithfeelings]

I am a PhD in plant sciences but I really hated being research associate and doing postdoc .I have been a lazy kid since my childhood and till PhD I was ok to do lab work but after that I wanted a job not again doing lab work

[@perporiap9364]

I totally feel u I always had dream of becoming teacher or PI I also see myself stuck in a loop of postdoc eating up my nest years with minimum pay and no grandiose output sofar😔

[@lahaale5840]

Thank you for sharing. I have got an offer. I am hesitant to do a postdoc at Harvard Medical School because the salary is low and expensive to live there.

[@gradschooladvice9537]

I say go for it. It will be hard. You’ll never experience this level of science anywhere else. Great for your future work.

[@lahaale5840]

@@gradschooladvice9537 Now, I am here.

[@eleonoragrandi6566]

Hi! I have just landed on your channel! I loved your video where you talk about transitioning from academia to industry. I would love to know more about your experience both as a postdoc but also as a postdoc transitioning to industry. Can I ask you an email or something? Thank you so much for your time! And amazing helpful videos!

[@user-zt8nc6gj1o]

Thank you so much. Much needed this today. You mentioned the publication, should it be necessarily 1st author paper??. It's 7 months after I joined, and I got a paper as 3rd author, is it okay???.

[@lukasaltenburger1722]

Hey there, thank you very much for this. I am going to start my postdoc in Harvard this spring. I am a bit worried with salary and the living costs in Boston since I have fellowships from Europe that are not particularly voluptuous. Do you have any advise for people like me? F.e. trying to get a greencard and get a bit of consulting jobs after one year? Are there any other things you could recommend to be able to afford a living with exorbitant rent prices? Thank you!

[@gradschooladvice9537]

I don’t know if you will have much time for other jobs. A lot just find roommates and live in small apartments. Not much else to do but accept you will be poor for a few years but it pays off. Good luck!

[@archanal2494]

Could u pls tell few advice abt the finding reference or referees for successful application of postdoc

[@DrPreetiSahu]

Thanks a lot!! How do you distribute hours between teaching-mentoring vrs research ?

[@gradschooladvice9537]

It’s a case by case basis. I think research always has to come first. Ultimately, when you mentor someone, you need to make time, so research stretches to later or earlier hours in the day. Still, >80-90% needs to be your own research.

[@mkemke5972]

great video!, how many years did you spend in your postdoc? how many years do you think is the average? thank you! keep posting videos! 👍👌

[@gradschooladvice9537]

Thank you! I spent 3 years. I think the average time in a postdoc depends on career goals. If you want to go to industry, going for 3 years and publishing a paper is sufficient. If you want to go for academia you need more papers and grants and end up staying longer. 5+ years.

[@mkemke5972]

@@gradschooladvice9537 thank you! I will try to get a postdoc in immunology.... Great videos! Good luck in your career! New subscriber btw.! 😎😋😁✌️

[@gradschooladvice9537]

Really appreciate it! Immunology is a really hot field so you can’t go wrong there. Good luck finding your perfect position!!

[@mkemke5972]

@@gradschooladvice9537 do you have linkedin and instagram? can we add you?

[@gradschooladvice9537]

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[@VeryLastAirbender]

Thanks for the advice! I’ve been terrified. Quick question- is salary negotiable at HMS?

[@gradschooladvice9537]

Unfortunately no. They are going to pay based on the NIH pay scale.

[@VeryLastAirbender]

@@gradschooladvice9537 thanks! I’m moving from across the pond but currently located elsewhere. I’m going to be ridiculously broke after tax, aren’t i?

[@gradschooladvice9537]

Yes. Maybe 30-40% will get removed flier taxes. Admit that. We all did our best and just tried to be extra frugal. Are you going to Harvard Mecial School?

[@VeryLastAirbender]

@@gradschooladvice9537 been offered a postdoc as a bioinformatician in the medical school. I’m trying to estimate what I’ll be able to afford in terms of housing. It’s not looking good. Sorry about the account! Had it since I was 13- bit hard to let go 😂

[@gradschooladvice9537]

No problem! If you need help around the Boston area let me know. Happy to help any way I can. It is very expensive here unfortunately.

[@Myat-oh8iy]

How many papers are needed to be published during post doc?

[@perporiap9364]

With this inflation rate salaries are nightmare forget the research project pressure financial pressure is sth like a constant nuisance for International people unless you give up your normal life and go live with roommates. As international postdoc it is extremely hard almost impossible to get any fund for research too no loan no credit. perspective wise just chill your life can't be more pathetic than this 🤣 Forget toxic work conditions just be yourself and don't forget your passion about science. Plan for how to get required paperwork to become a PI. There is no way you alone achieve sth such as nature paper. It is all about team which team you are in. First year of postdoc I never recommend start from Harvard. I feel this place suits more experienced postdocs with at least three years past experience of trial error and waiting for their previous works to get out. Publish anything more than impact factor 9 you should be ok.

[@AsrifYusoff]

Thanks for sharing your experience. I am just starting my channel on grad school and would greatly appreciate your feedback for improvement.

[@suvajitsaha1073]

Can you please suggest how to get a postdoc position at Harvard and its affiliated institutes?

[@draaa2893]

Thank you. Exactly what I needed to hear

[@NailsAndPhDTales]

Much informative... I just completed a PhD in cell n molecular biology..any post doc position can u suggest??

[@Sol-Chan23]

Thank you for your adivce, in this summer, I will move to start postdoc in the field of biology. Thank you again!

[@loubnazara7157]

Great helpful content..thanks so much and waiting for the next one 👍🌹

[@forjesus3642]

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[@GuruBhavimani]

Thank you so much for sharing your valuable experiences sir.

[@gradschooladvice9537]

Thanks for watching!

[@deeptimittal6547]

I truly admire you. Your videos are awesome.

[@gradschooladvice9537]

Thank you!!