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Applying for academic jobs and making the transition from grad student to postdoc and then to faculty member requires advanced planning and strategy. Come hear from faculty who serve at Primarily Undergraduate Institutions (PUIs) to get their advice and feedback on how to prepare and approach a faculty position.

Topics covered will include: How to select a postdoc that will eventually help you land an academic career; Discussing with your postdoc PI the project that you will take with you and getting them to help you advance your career; What other things you should be doing during your postdoc to be ready to apply for faculty jobs; Applying for K99/R00 grants; Deciding R1 vs PUI; Finding academic jobs to apply to; Preparing the research statement; Preparing the teaching statements; Preparing the job talk; Preparing the teaching demo; Preparing for the interview itself and tips; Negotiating offers; Setting up the lab; Filling your lab with students, postdocs and techs; Teaching for the first time and preparing classes; Service to the university; Preparing for tenure and expectations

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Hear from recent iJOBS PhD alum who work at the bench in pharma and biotech to learn how they got their first job and what are the differences between academia and industry bench research. There will be PhD level people who are involved in research at the following companies: Eli Lilly, Merck, Vertex, Colgate, Regeneron, WuXi Apptec, and Alexion Pharma, among others.

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Your PhD can take you in many different directions, some of which you may have not even considered!  Learn what you can be with a PhD by coming to meet (in-person encouraged) a panel of Rutgers graduate school alumni to learn how they each took skills obtained in their PhD program and apply them in science-related careers including: medical writing, publishing, consulting, medical affairs, tech transfer/licensing among other options.

In person or Zoom options

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This interactive virtual workshop will explore how community engagement through research, teaching, and service can enhance professional development for graduate students, especially for those interested in careers beyond academia. Participants will gain insights into how meaningful partnerships with community organizations can build transferable skills such as leadership, communication, and project management while fostering a strong sense of purpose and societal impact.

The session will feature a panel of graduate students, including the two second annual SGS Community Engagement Award winners, who have worked closely with community partners. They will share their experiences and offer practical advice on translating those engagements into valuable career skills and professional growth. Speakers will include Karen Ardizzone (Student Volunteer Engagement), Ghada Endick (Graduate Student Life), and Ramazan Gungor (School of Graduate Studies), each bringing unique institutional and personal perspectives on the role of community engagement in graduate education and career development.

One of our panelists, Rebecca Risman, a Biomedical Engineering PhD candidate and one of the SGS Community Engagement Award winners, shares:

“As a graduate student, my work has centered on the intersection of research and community engagement, particularly with biomedical engineering approaches to study blood clotting. Throughout my experience, I’ve seen how collaborating with diverse stakeholders—whether through research, education, or outreach—can develop skills that are highly transferable beyond academia. Engaging with communities has strengthened my ability to communicate complex ideas to different audiences, manage projects effectively, and work across disciplines. These experiences have also shaped my perspective on the broader impact of research and how we, as graduate students, can contribute meaningfully beyond the lab or classroom. I’m excited to be part of this discussion and share insights on how community engagement can be a valuable part of professional development.”

If you’re a graduate student curious about growing your skills and impact through community engagement or a faculty or staff member interested in supporting this work, we warmly invite you to join us for this conversation!