Network meeting
Science to Business Network: From PhD to Industry – Career Journeys in Sweden
- 9 Jun 2026, 13:00-14:00
- Online (Online)
Looking to turn research into real-world impact — or explore what life outside academia could look like? The Science to Business Network, an initiative by Switch to Sweden, connects researchers, companies, and innovation supporters to create new opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and career development.
In this session, we focus on career paths for PhDs and researchers in Swedish industry. You will hear directly from PhDs who now work in companies, sharing their personal transitions, challenges, and lessons learned — and what helped them take the step from academia to industry.
What to expect
- Real stories from industry-employed PhDs
- Insights into how researchers can transfer academic skills into business environments
- Practical reflections on career transitions, mindset shifts, and navigating the Swedish labour market
- Interactive discussion and Q&A
Who should join?
This event is especially relevant for:
- PhD students and researchers exploring career opportunities beyond academia
- Researchers interested in industry collaboration and applied innovation
- Universities, innovation offices, science parks, and innovation supporters
- Companies seeking to better understand research-driven competence
Register your interest!
Speakers
Ana Osorio Oliveira
Senior Program Lead at Karolinska Institutet / Partnerships Strategy Lead & R&D Specialist at BrainZell
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Ana Osorio Oliveira
Senior Program Lead at Karolinska Institutet / Partnerships Strategy Lead & R&D Specialist at BrainZell
Ana is a neuroscientist with more than 13 years of experience in academic, clinical, and industry research. Her research has focused on the mechanisms underlying neurodegenerative and psychiatric disorders, including Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder.
As a Career Program Manager and Career Advisor at Karolinska Institutet, Ana supports PhD students and researchers in their career development by providing tools, resources, and guidance for career paths both inside and outside academia.
In addition to her work in career development, Ana is actively involved in teaching, mentoring, science communication, grant writing, project management, and fostering multidisciplinary collaborations. She is passionate about helping researchers recognize the value of their skills and successfully navigate diverse career opportunities.
