NAVIGATE YOUR ACADEMIC JOURNEY

I help early-career researchers navigate academia and prepare for what comes next – through workshops, webinars, personalised coaching, and practical content.

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Hi, I’m Dr. Isabelle Kohler

I help early-career researchers navigate academia.

I’m an Assistant Professor, researcher, lecturer, entrepreneur and certified coach with a passion for sharing my knowledge with others and helping them succeeding.

 

I have 17+ years of experience in supervising (PhD) students and 12+ years of teaching experience in academia. My mission is to empower early-career scientists to make them strive – in academia and beyond. 

 

I’m here to help you reach your goals – would that be find your dream PhD position, navigate your PhD with a healthy mind, improve your productivity, or prepare the next steps of your post-PhD career. 

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#1 | The Academic Backstage

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#2 | Workshops & Webinars

Looking to navigate academia successfully or prepare for your next career step? Whether you’re a PhD student, postdoc, or represent an institution supporting early-career researchers, I offer tailored workshops and webinars, both in-person and online.

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From The Academic Backstage

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After a year of setbacks, I was on the brink of losing hope. Connecting with Isabelle turned out to be a game-changer.

Sandhya M.
PhD Student at Max Delbrück Center
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The entire process of grad school applications is nothing short of a nightmare without proper guidance. This is where mentors like Prof. Kohler come into the picture.

Arnab D.
PhD student at UW-Madison
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Isabelle made sure my applications stood out with an individuality that conveyed both my personality and research interests.

Sandhya M.
PhD Student at Max Delbrück Center
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