Doctoral students and postdocs are entering one of the most challenging job markets in recent years. AI is reshaping hiring at every level, job creation has slowed, and competition for available positions is high. Building a strong foundation for your job search can make a real difference in how long your search takes and how prepared you are when opportunities arise.
From May 4-8, Beyond the Professoriate will host its annual PhD Career Conference — designed to help doctoral students and postdocs build a practical job search strategy. Whether you are in the final year of your program, a postdoc considering your next steps, or a doctoral student beginning to explore your options, this conference will help you build a strong job search foundation and leave with clear, actionable next steps.
Join the Beyond Prof team for this week of webinars designed specifically for doctoral students and postdocs:
- May 4: What employers actually value about your degree
- May 5: How to write a resume
- May 6: How to network when you don't have a network
- May 7: Using LinkedIn in your job search
- May 8: Advice for international students on the job market