Su-Jun Lim-Higbie

Perspectives on teamwork for technology transfer job candidates

In a research laboratory setting, it is typical for each trainee to work independently on his or her own projects and only convene as a lab for occasional discussions, meetings or data presentations. My experience was no different. During my PhD training and postdoctoral work, I had my assigned p...


Su-Jun Lim-Higbie

Would You Like to Work in a Technology Transfer Office?

Recently, at a conference, I was chatting with a graduate student named Kenny. When I introduced myself to Kenny as a Technology Licensing Associate at a university technology transfer office, he tilted his head and gave me a puzzled look--he did not know what technology transfer was.


Su-Jun Lim-Higbie

Learning from role models: Kara Bortone, Ph.D.

Ph.D. holders are increasingly valued in technology transfer and the field of Law and Technology Management. In order to seize the opportunities, Ph.D. holders must be incredibly versatile in today’s market. However, many of those who have put down their pipettes and transitioned successfully into...


Su-Jun Lim-Higbie

What is “networking” anyways?

What on earth is “networking?” Everyone, from the career advisor to my parents, tells me to “network.” Whatever happens to merit? I have worked so hard! Shouldn’t I be showered by offers, judging from all my achievements? Take a look at the list of my publications!


Su-Jun Lim-Higbie

Skills Transferable from Scientific Research to Technology Transfer

Anyone who is considering changing jobs, getting that promotion, or making a career change, must possess the necessary transferable skills, and communicate them effectively to the employers. When advancing within academia, the transferable skills often include analytical and critical thinking, pr...


Su-Jun Lim-Higbie

Making my career transition

Last November, I successfully completed the transition from basic research to technology transfer. As opposed to worn out t-shirts and jeans, I now have an entirely new wardrobe with clothing classified as “business casual.” To date, the most common question I received is how it feels to leave s...


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