Martin Bunček ****************************************************************************************** * ****************************************************************************************** RNDr. Martin Bunček, Ph.D. Director at Technology Agency of the Czech Republic Expertise and focus: Previously molecular genetics, DNA/RNA analysis, gene ther For last 15 years the research policy including research p collaboration. Form of mentoring meetings: Either way, online or offline Has an experience in: Academic career, Career in the private sector, Career in t Link to CV [ URL "https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-bunce Previous mentoring experience:  - When I was working in a biotech company, I was mentoring diploma work). - I worked as a mentor at Byron works mentoring new public - As a manager I am using mentoring techniques in my daily - Charles University Mentoring Programme Motivation:  Hope to share my experiences from different fields with yo Career guidance topics you can d•sDifferences between academic and non-academic careers the mentor:  • Navigating the job market, employment opportunities • Career change, change of field • Identifying and utilizing one's skill set • Creating a career plan, strategy Research related experience the •eWriting popular science articles ready to share with the mentee: • Management of science and research in an academic instit • Consultation on preparation for a job interview • Innovative teaching methods • Networking - introducing people in the field • Utilizing the potential of international internships, co • Transition from academia to the private sector • Consultation on required competencies for the private se • Validating a business idea • How to find an investor for your startup • Establishing an academic spin-off