Carson has melded her skills to form Smart Leadership Coaching. This endeavor focuses on assisting scientists and other technical professionals in their journeys of "finding their way up" either as a result of downsizing or just the desire to move up. Her academic training, business experience, coaching training, and her specialization in using StrengthsFinder as a tool is guaranteed to assist you
in moving forward. She received her undergraduate degree from NYU and then went on to complete her Ph.D. in Biochemistry at Hahnemann Medical College. A specialist in clinical chemistry and toxicology, at one point Susan was known as the "Poison Lady" by the local police force because of her work in forensic toxicology. Susan has more than 15 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology fields in both business and academia. As a teacher at Michigan State University, she developed curriculum and lectured at both the graduate and undergraduate levels to students in Medicine and Medical Technology. She has extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, having worked in business development, product marketing, clinical research, and medical affairs. Susan has also served as a consultant to pharmaceutical and diagnostic companies. Susan's positive experience working in executive recruitment and career development led her to establish Strategic Placements. Her well-rounded experience in pharmaceuticals and biotech has provided Susan with an intimate knowledge of the jobs and skills required - as well as a broad network of contacts throughout the industry. Specialties
Mindset Coach
Business Coach
Mindset for Success Coach
Executive Coach
Career Coach
Scientific and technical recruiting
Board Certified Clinical Chemist
Teacher at Undergraduate and Graduate Level
