Looking for an engaging academic speaker for PhD students or early career researchers at your university or event? I offer talks and workshops designed to support PhD students and academics at every stage of their academic journey.
Through this website, The Savvy Scientist, I’ve spent over seven years helping current and prospective PhD students navigate research, career decisions, and life beyond academia.
I’d love to bring that same insight and enthusiasm to your next event as an academic speaker or PhD workshop facilitator.
Popular topics
I’m always happy to tailor something to fit your needs but here are some of my most requested sessions:
- Managing Academic Stress & Avoiding Burnout: Tools to help PhD students stay balanced and maintain wellbeing throughout their research
- Networking for PhD Students (Even if You’re an Introvert!): Practical tips for building genuine connections in academia and beyond
- Spinning-out Your Research Into a Company: Advice and learnings from my own journey of co-founding and running a MedTech spin-out which formed based on my own postdoctoral research
Why book me as an academic speaker?
- Experienced Academic Speaker: I’ve delivered sessions for universities and research institutes, including in-person lectures for PhD students at the Institute of Cancer Research, Imperial College London, Northern Health Futures digital health hub, LEAP digital health hub, and University of Bristol, along with virtual sessions for the University of Pittsburgh, Biochemical Society, and UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology. I have also presented my own academic research at venues including the University of Cambridge, Royal Society, and top AI conferences around the world.
- Tailored to Your Audience: Whether your students are just starting their PhD journey or planning for life after graduation, I work with you to make sure the session hits the right tone and topics for your group.
- Engaging & Practical: My talks combine personal experience, evidence-based strategies, and a friendly, approachable style. No boring lectures here!
What others say
“This was a really informative session, we need more discussions like these.”
“Thank you for another interesting session – it was really engaging and the advice from Jeff is really useful.”
“Very knowledgeable speaker —thank you.”
– Feedback from Biochemical Society presentation, March 2025
Ready to book an academic speaker for your PhD students?
If you’re interested in booking me as an academic speaker for PhD students or running a workshop for early career researchers, I’d love to chat! Whether it’s an online event, in-person session, or hybrid format, I’m flexible to meet your needs.
Just drop me a message via my contact page with a few details about your event.
I look forward to hearing from you!