Offers for Doctoral Candidates (R1)

This interactive workshop, designed specifically for doctoral candidates, focuses on the distinctive aspects of applying for industry jobs and postdoctoral research positions worldwide in English. It provides training in navigating selected stages of that process, including creating compelling curricula vitae and cover letters and presenting yourself convincingly in the interview. We'll examine sample CVs and cover letters (including ones which are real and were successful), exploring them for strengths as well as for what they reveal about differences between applications for industry and those for short-term research positions such as postdocs. You'll work with fellow participants in pairs and small groups to do short exercises and role-plays with feedback from your trainer. In addition, you'll receive a handout with examples of CVs and cover letters as well as other helpful information related to the application process.

Content:

CV and Cover Letter

• Differences between application materials for industry and those for research positions such as post-docs
• Sample CVs and cover letters are examined, including ones which are real and were successful
• Conventions which differ depending on whether one is writing in British English or in American English
• Goal is to enable participants to create effective application materials on their own.

The Interview

• Advice on and methods for dealing successfully with several different types of interview questions
• Practice via two mock interviews, with the goal of increasing interviewing confidence and practicing the methods discussed

Other Written Materials

• Review of the research statement; other written application materials of potential interest