An Interactive Workshop for Prospective & Current PhD Students in Life Sciences
A PhD is more than experiments, publications, and coursework. Long-term success in life sciences also depends on developing the right mindset, learning how to think strategically, building high-value skills, navigating challenges, and continuously growing as a researcher and professional.
This interactive workshop is designed to help prospective and current PhD students better understand how to navigate the PhD journey while building the habits, resilience, communication skills, scientific thinking, and career awareness that contribute to meaningful long-term success in academia and industry.
Through practical discussion, real-world insight, and strategic guidance, participants will gain a broader understanding of what truly helps researchers grow beyond simply “doing research.”
What You Will Gain:
Dr. Golam Mezbah Uddin is a pharmacologist working at the intersection of preclinical drug discovery, translational pharmacology, and scientific career development. 
Professional Roles
- Study Director — Leading preclinical drug discovery programs within private Contract Research Organizations
- Guest Faculty in Drug Discovery — University of California, San Francisco (UCSF)
- Founder of Talent Tweak – Virtual Research Academy — A global platform focused on life science career development, mentorship, and scientific training
Career Highlights
- Contributed to 400+ preclinical drug discovery programs involving small molecules, biologics, and advanced therapeutic modalities
- Extensive expertise in In Vivo Pharmacology, PK/PD Strategy, Translational Research, Mitochondrial Biology, and Preclinical Drug Development
- Worked and studied across 5 different countries, building global academic and industry experience
- Author of 30+ peer-reviewed scientific publications in internationally recognized journals
- Recipient of prestigious awards, scholarships, and postdoctoral fellowship funding across South Korea, Australia, and Canada
- Delivered hundreds of scientific presentations, lectures, workshops, and training sessions across academia and industry
- Passionate career trainer and mentor dedicated to helping students, researchers, and early-career scientists build impactful careers in life sciences
