Primary Source Careers
Translating specialized talent across institutional cultures
About Primary Source Careers
Primary Source Careers bridges the gap between PhDs, researchers, and organizations seeking specialized talent. As a translation researcher with a PhD from UC Berkeley, I use qualitative research methods including interviews, document analysis, and organizational ethnography to understand how different institutional cultures actually work. This deep expertise allows me to translate fluently between the distinct worlds of higher education, the public sector, and industry.
I specialize in connecting big-picture workforce trends to individual career transitions, helping researchers and professionals navigate critical early-to-mid-career stages where leadership development is often overlooked. Whether you're an individual seeking guidance, an organization looking to find and retain research talent, or a leader navigating institutional change, I provide the insights and coaching needed to make informed decisions about specialized talent placement and career development.
Services
Individual Career Coaching
Personalized coaching for PhDs and professionals navigating early-to-mid-career transitions. I help you understand your strengths, explore opportunities across sectors, and develop leadership skills during critical career inflection points.
Workshops & Programs
Design & delivery of customized workshops and programs including courses, retreats, offsites, and networking and mentorship events. Programs are informed by real-world research and career transition data.
Talent & Learning Consulting
Strategic consulting for leaders and organizations. Services include research (benchmarking, market insights, needs assessment), program and service design, strategic planning, facilitation, assessment, and impact storytelling.