Beyond the Professoriate's 8th Annual Online Career Conference* features 16 PhDs from all academic disciplines, who will discuss networking, resume writing, online job search strategies, and how to manage a career transition. This year’s conference will also directly address tips and strategies for navigating the job market during the Covid-19 recession and economic recovery.
*This opportunity qualifies for UCSB's Individualized Professional Skills (IPS) Program. Learn more and apply for funding to attend the conference.
Attend Live: May 1 and 8, 2021 starting at 08:00 AM (PT) both days.
Where: Online via Zoom
Register here
Video Replay: 30-day replay available, starting May 15th.
Price*: $59 for All Access (live + replay), $29 for Live Only attendance.
*This opportunity qualifies for UCSB's Individualized Professional Skills (IPS) Program. Learn more and apply for funding to attend the conference.
Who Should Attend: Graduate students, recent PhDs, postdocs, adjuncts, faculty members, and anyone else interested in learning about career options for PhDs.
Program Overview:
1 May 2021 8 a.m. PT to 1p.m. PT
One hour instructional webinars to teach you job search strategies. Topics include:
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How to Explore Career Options that Leverage Your Education
- How to Find Your Best Career Fit
- How to Translate Your Academic Skills and Experience
- How to Find Mentorship and Why You Can’t Job Search Alone
8 May 2021 8 a.m. PT to 1p.m. PT
Panel discussions with PhDs who have launched successful non-faculty careers. Topics include:
- Networking and Staying Socially Connected
- Hiring and Negotiating in a Nonacademic Job
- How to Transition Into a Nonacademic Job
- Job Searching During Covid-19