What’s Up, Doc?
What’s Up, Doc? Podcast
Welcome to “What’s Up Doc?” ! This informational interview series is designed to support the professional development needs and career exploration efforts of U-M Postdoctoral Fellows.
Each episode features a former U-M Postdoctoral Fellow who will discuss their experience transitioning into their career of choice and share advice to help you navigate your own postdoctoral journey.
Created by a U-M Postdoctoral Fellow, for Postdoctoral Fellows, in collaboration with the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs.
Season 1
Welcome to “What’s Up Doc?”
Season 1 Episode 0
The hosts of the “What’s Up Doc?” podcast, Maurinne Bonnet and Anne-Sophie Bohrer, walk you through the genesis of this initiative and their intentions behind creating a podcast to support the professional and career development of U-M Postdoctoral Fellows.
Navigating Career Paths in Academia and beyond with Dr. Kaylee Steen
Season 1 Episode 1
Dr. Steen shares her insights on career exploration and professional growth for postdocs, highlighting pivotal programs supporting the personal and professional development of Postdoctoral Fellows at U-M. She opens up about her own journey from graduate school to her current leadership role, emphasizing the importance of understanding personal strengths and the value of skill development. Tune in to discover strategies for navigating the complexities of the postdoc journey, and finding your path in academia and beyond!
Meet your hosts
Maurinne Bonnet
U-M Postdoctoral Fellow, College of Pharmacy
Passionate about science, Maurinne started her career as a science teacher and hasn’t stopped teaching or mentoring students since. Maurinne holds a M.Sc. and a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Nice, France. She joined the College of Pharmacy at U-M in 2023 as a Postdoctoral Fellow and was awarded the Michigan Pioneer Fellowship allowing her to pursue her work on the development of RNA-targeting small molecules and screening biochemical assays. During her time at U-M, Maurinne has been dedicated to supporting the postdoc community at U-M by joining the UMPDA as interim secretary, and worked with her department to develop new opportunities for fellows. Maurinne also serves as Director of Operations and People at Nuclate, a global student-led non-profit organization dedicated to empowering the next generation of biotech leaders.
In her spare time, she likes to go to the gym, play ice hockey, and hang out with her friends.
Anne-Sophie Bohrer
Professional and Career Development Program Manager for Postdoctoral Fellows, Office of Postdoctoral Affairs.
Anne-Sophie received her Ph.D. in plant biochemistry from the Université Paris-Sud in 2012 and continued her research training at Michigan State University (MSU) as a postdoctoral researcher for nine years. During her postdoc, Anne-Sophie joined the MSU Postdoctoral Association, a pivotal experience that would initiate her career exploration journey. From the experience, Anne-Sophie made crucial connections that led her to join the NIH-funded Broadening Experience in Scientific Training (BEST) program, allowing her to explore a multitude of non-academic careers and later providing her the opportunity to work on the NIH-funded Postdoc Academy project. These experiential learning opportunities confirmed her interest in pursuing a career in higher education administration, specifically in postdoctoral affairs.
In her spare time, Anne-Sophie likes to read, dance, cook and bake, and spend time with her family.