From Lab to Leadership: A Physicist's Role in Industry
herCAREER Voice
20.01.2025 • 21 Min.
Dr. Nancy Hecker-Denschlag is passionate Scientist a mother of two and currently working in Research and Development at ZEISS Medical Technology. At 50, she had lost her job and many in her community told her: You won’t find a job at this stage in your life and career. Well, spoiler: she found more than a job, she found place to thrive as a scientist, as a leader. She has become a passionate advocate for STEM as a career path, way beyond academia. Nancy is also one of the protagonists of ZEISS RealTalk – a digital format that offers authentic insights into how the company works. ZEISS RealTalk offers authentic insights into how the company works. Employees share their personal job experiences and first-hand stories – honest and unfiltered. For herCAREER, Inkeri Klomsorf, Head of Portfolio Management at ZEISS Medical Technology, invited Nancy to share her story once more, this time with a live audience. Hear Nancy talk about her work, her part-time leadership position and the attributes of working environment that fosters safety and innovation. Topics: #womeninscience #MINT #WomeninSTEM #Karriere50+ ‚ #HR