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Periodic Table of People

28 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago -

A podcast for young chemistry students of all ages and levels to explore the careers chemistry offers! Trick, tips and general advice for everyone with an interest in pursuing chemistry.

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

July 31, 2022 23:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MB

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 work ex...

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

July 21, 2022 14:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MB

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 work ex...

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

July 03, 2022 23:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

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!

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

June 05, 2022 23:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MB

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.

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

May 23, 2022 06:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

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!

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

May 01, 2022 23:00 - 10 minutes - 7.14 MB

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.  

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

April 25, 2022 09:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MB

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.

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

March 28, 2022 04:00 - 10 minutes - 7.14 MB

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.  

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

March 07, 2022 00:00 - 5 minutes - 3.47 MB

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

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

March 07, 2022 00:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MB

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 exper...

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

February 07, 2022 00:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MB

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!  

S1 Ep 7: Changing Career Path with Ehren Dixon

January 03, 2022 00:00 - 40 minutes - 28.2 MB

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! 

Bonus Episode: Five tips to get the most out of your Student Experience

December 20, 2021 22:00 - 5 minutes - 3.47 MB

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

Bonus Episode: Understanding Mentorship with Michael B Vaughan

December 06, 2021 13:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MB

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 exper...

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

December 06, 2021 00:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MB

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!

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

November 15, 2021 05:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MB

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!  

Ep 7: Changing Career Path with Ehren Dixon

November 01, 2021 04:00 - 40 minutes - 28.2 MB

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! 

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

November 01, 2021 00:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MB

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!   

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

October 11, 2021 04:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MB

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!

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

October 03, 2021 23:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MB

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!

Ep 5: Starting a Career in Industry with Sarah Hughes

September 27, 2021 11:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MB

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!   

Ep 4: Taught MSc in Chemistry Explained with Michelle Molloy

September 13, 2021 04:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MB

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!

S1 Ep 3: Undergraduate Chemistry Explained with Ewelina Chmielak

September 05, 2021 23:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MB

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!

Ep 3: Undergraduate Chemistry Explained with Ewelina Chmielak

August 30, 2021 12:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MB

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!

Ep 2: Undergraduate Chemistry Explained with Malwina Kossowska

August 16, 2021 11:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MB

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! 

S1 Ep 2: Undergraduate Chemistry Explained with Malwina Kossowska

August 01, 2021 23:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MB

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! 

Ep 1: Get to know the host

July 05, 2021 11:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MB

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. 

S1 Ep 1: Get to know the host

July 04, 2021 23:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MB

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.