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 write CVs, cover letters and application forms for PGRs
    Starts: 13 May 2025, 1:00 pm
    Finishes: 13 May 2025, 2:00 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.
  • How to translate your skills for careers outside of academia for PGRs
    Starts: 15 May 2025, 1:00 pm
    Finishes: 15 May 2025, 2:00 pm
    Learn how to sell your skills to careers outside of academia. More than 50% of doctoral researchers will move outside of academia three years after graduating. Do you want to learn how to sell your skills and strengths as a PhD researcher to other settings? Come to our webinar to find out more.
  • How to prepare for interviews for PGRs
    Starts: 4 Jun 2025, 1:00 pm
    Finishes: 4 Jun 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.
  • More than Just Chemistry – A Career as a Patent Attorney for PRGs and Research Staff
    Starts: 25 Jun 2025, 12:00 pm
    Finishes: 25 Jun 2025, 1:00 pm
    This talk will provide an introduction to the role of a patent attorney at Potter Clarkson, tips on applying for a training role and the training process.
  • How to create a LinkedIn profile for PGRs
    Starts: 8 Jul 2025, 12:00 pm
    Finishes: 8 Jul 2025, 1:00 pm
    Create a LinkedIn profile that stands out. This webinar will give you tips and tricks to get started with using LinkedIn. Learn how to optimise your profile, showcase your achievements, and network effectively to attract recruiters and expand your professional connections.

 

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