Evgeniya Vorobyeva
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Career Coaching for Researchers and Technical Professionals
Most clients come to me at what I call the Career Cliff — a stage when the familiar academic trajectory no longer provides clear direction and the next step is not immediately apparent.
Researchers and technical professionals often find themselves navigating a complex decision space: multiple possibilities, competing priorities, and no obvious roadmap forward.
Whether you are considering a move beyond academia, exploring a new professional direction, or stepping into a leadership role, the underlying question is often the same:
How do I make a meaningful career decision when there is no clear path ahead?
At this stage, the challenge is rarely a lack of information. More often, it is the absence of a structured process for reflecting on your options, understanding what matters most to you, and making intentional decisions about what comes next.
What I help you with
What I help you with
I support you in making complex career decisions with clarity, structure, and confidence.
My work focuses on three key transition areas:
Clarifying your career direction
Transitioning from academia to industry
Developing as a research leader
START HERE
START HERE
A structured 90-minute coaching experience designed to help you understand your situation and clarify your next career step. This is the entry point to all coaching programs.
In this session you will:
In this session you will:
clarify your current career question
understand your thinking patterns and decision blockers
explore your options in a structured way
identify your next step and potential direction
This session helps you move from uncertainty to clarity about what kind of support you actually need next.
Investment:
Investment:
CHF 180 (Euro 200) | 90 minutes. If you continue with a coaching program, the session fee is credited towards the program cost.
ABOUT MY WORK
ABOUT MY WORK
I work with researchers and technical professionals who are at career crossroads.
I work with researchers and technical professionals who are at career crossroads.
You may be:
considering leaving academia
unsure how to position yourself for industry roles
feeling stuck despite strong qualifications
questioning your long-term direction
or preparing for a leadership transition
In all these situations, the core challenge is the same: making decisions under uncertainty without a clear internal framework.
CAREER CLARITY PROGRAM
CAREER CLARITY PROGRAM
Structured Career Decision-Making Process
Structured Career Decision-Making Process
A 5-session coaching program designed to help you make a clear and grounded career decision.
This program helps you move from uncertainty and overthinking to a structured understanding of your direction.
You will work on:
You will work on:
your values and decision criteria
your strengths and behavioral patterns
your long-term career direction
evaluation of career options
a realistic action plan for the next steps
Outcome of the program:
Outcome of the program:
clearer understanding of your direction
reduced overthinking and internal conflict
structured approach to future decisions
concrete next steps aligned with your context
ACADEMIC → INDUSTRY TRANSITION PROGRAM
ACADEMIC → INDUSTRY TRANSITION PROGRAM
Position yourself for industry roles with clarity and confidence
Position yourself for industry roles with clarity and confidence
A structured coaching and mentoring program for researchers transitioning into non-academic careers.
You will work on:
You will work on:
translating academic experience into industry language
building a strong professional positioning (CV + LinkedIn)
networking and job search strategy
interview preparation and communication
GROWING AS A RESEARCH LEADER
GROWING AS A RESEARCH LEADER
Develop clarity, confidence, and leadership capability in research environments
Develop clarity, confidence, and leadership capability in research environments
A coaching program for researchers stepping into leadership roles in academia or industry.
You will work on:
You will work on:
leadership identity and mindset
communication and influence
mentoring and coaching skills
self-leadership in complex environments
ABOUT ME
ABOUT ME
I am a Career Coach and Advisor working with researchers and technical professionals in Switzerland and internationally.
My background combines:
PhD in Chemistry
13+ years of research experience (ETH Zurich, MSU)
ICF ACC certified coaching practice
Career coaching at EPFL (Lausanne)
experience in both academia and startup environments
co-founder of Sci.STEPS mentoring program
500+ coaching hours in individual and group settings
I work at the intersection of structured thinking, career strategy, and decision-making in complex environments.
WHY CLIENTS WORK WITH ME
WHY CLIENTS WORK WITH ME
Clients typically come to me when:
they are overwhelmed by career options
they cannot make a clear decision alone
they need structure, not more advice
they want to understand what actually fits them
they are ready to move from reflection to action
STAY CONNECTED
STAY CONNECTED
On my social media channels, I share insights on bringing mindfulness into your career, understanding your values, motivators, and interests. You will also find practical tips on CV writing, cover letters, interview preparation, and how to get the most out of coaching.
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