Careers and Employability Service
Postgraduate researchers

Careers events

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We deliver a range of courses, as shown below, targeted at postgraduate researchers throughout the year.

We also offer an events programme for all students and there will be events relevant to you and your careers research.

 
Following your workshop I applied for a job promotion. I used the tips from the workshop to write my application form and prepare for the interview - I got the job! Needless to say, the workshop was incredibly beneficial.
Rachel Keetley

PGR Careers Events

  • How to career plan for PGRs
    Starts: 28 Jan 2025, 12:00 pm
    Finishes: 28 Jan 2025, 1:00 pm
    Start planning for career success.
  • How to write CVs, cover letters and application forms for PGRs
    Starts: 4 Feb 2025, 11:00 am
    Finishes: 4 Feb 2025, 12:00 pm
    CVs and applications that get noticed- An interactive webinar that will cover the basics of developing your CVs, cover letters and application forms. Get practical tips on structuring your CV, tailoring your applications to specific roles, and standing out in the competitive job market.
  • Careers beyond academia for Science and Engineering PGRs- Alumni Panel event
    Starts: 4 Feb 2025, 1:00 pm
    Finishes: 4 Feb 2025, 2:30 pm
    Come along to this webinar to hear 5 alumni PhD speakers from Science and Engineering who are working in careers outside of academia.
  • How to gain work experience as a PGR
    Starts: 11 Feb 2025, 12:00 pm
    Finishes: 11 Feb 2025, 1:00 pm
    Stand out with work experience
  • Costello Medical: A Career in Medical Writing and Scientific Support for Healthcare for PGRs
    Starts: 13 Feb 2025, 12:00 pm
    Finishes: 13 Feb 2025, 1:00 pm
    Come along to this webinar to hear from Dr Andrew Wilhelmsen, an Alumni from the University of Nottingham who is now working for Costello Medical, who provide scientific support in the analysis, interpretation and communication of clinical and health economic data. Andrew will elaborate on his journey before Costello Medical, his current role as a Senior Analyst in the Pro Bono and Publications divisions, and the types of roles available within the sector.
  • How to translate your skills for careers outside of academia for PGRs
    Starts: 19 Feb 2025, 1:00 pm
    Finishes: 19 Feb 2025, 2:00 pm
    Learn how to sell your skills to careers outside of academia
  • How to create a LinkedIn profile for PGRs
    Starts: 25 Feb 2025, 12:00 pm
    Finishes: 25 Feb 2025, 1:00 pm
    Create a LinkedIn profile that stands out
  • Academic Adjacent careers for PGRs
    Starts: 5 Mar 2025, 1:00 pm
    Finishes: 5 Mar 2025, 2:00 pm
    Join us for an insightful webinar with Dr. Mark Eastwood, EPSRC Doctoral Programmes Manager, Dr. Ruby Hawley-Sibbett, Learning and Development Adviser and Dr. Milo Miller, Researcher Training and Development Manager for Research-Focused Staff, all University of Nottingham alumni who have pursued successful careers in academic-adjacent roles within the university.
  • How to prepare for interviews for PGRs
    Starts: 12 Mar 2025, 1:00 pm
    Finishes: 12 Mar 2025, 2:00 pm
    This webinar is designed to make you feel more confident about the interview process and will help you master techniques for effective research and preparation prior to your interview, highlight tips so you give a good impression, as well as mastering the STAR model and ways to impress your assessor.

 

Doctoral Training Programmes and faculty/school events

Our specialist careers advisers, deliver presentations and workshops at specific events as part of Doctoral Training Programmes, faculty, school or departmental training programmes.

These workshops include both Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and strengths workshops, as well as a range of tailored activities. Please email us to find out more.

Personal development online courses

Our personal development course covers four topics:

  • Strengths
  • Myers- Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)
  • Imposter phenomenon
  • Career wellbeing
 

Careers events for all students 

You may also want to review our events programme for all students as they maybe relevant to your situation and some of the visiting speakers have a background in research. The events programme includes:

  • Job and sector insights - covering a wide range of industries and job roles
  • Finding opportunities and applying - covering all aspects of the recruitment process
  • Recruitment and careers fairs - meet employers with vacancies to fill
  • Employer recruitment presentations - find out from employers about their job vacancies
 

 

Careers and Employability Service

University of Nottingham
Portland Building, Level D
University Park
Nottingham, NG7 2RD

telephone: +44 (0) 115 951 3680
fax: +44 (0) 115 951 3679
email: careers-team@nottingham.ac.uk