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 (2023)

PGR Careers Events

Our programme for the autumn term will be published here soon.

  • PGR Online drop-in
    Starts: 9 Oct 2024, 12:00 pm
    Finishes: 9 Oct 2024, 12:45 pm
    Our drop in for advice around careers and personal development
  • Career Planning for PGRs
    Starts: 15 Oct 2024, 12:00 pm
    Finishes: 15 Oct 2024, 1:00 pm
    Start planning for career success
  • An introduction to Knowledge Exchange for PGR students
    Starts: 16 Oct 2024, 1:00 pm
    Finishes: 16 Oct 2024, 2:00 pm
    Dr Luke Norman will be talking about his role as a Knowledge Exchange Fellow and hopes to inspire a new generation of knowledge exchange professionals. Knowledge Exchange is the practice of two-way communication between a University and an external party to achieve benefits for all. In his role, Luke wears many hats including Commercial Project Manager, Public Engagement and Outreach Lead, and Content Creator.
  • An introduction to Sygnature Discovery for PGRs
    Starts: 23 Oct 2024, 1:00 pm
    Finishes: 23 Oct 2024, 2:00 pm
    Come along to this session to hear from Dr Athena Martin who is an Alumni from the University of Nottingham and is now working for Sygnature Discovery, a world-leading integrated drug discovery contract research organization based in the UK and Canada with headquarters in Nottingham (UK). Find out what Athena did before joining Sygnature Discovery and the type of roles available. Athena will also talk about the application process and share career tips on how to get into the sector.
  • Identifying your strengths for PGRs
    Starts: 29 Oct 2024, 1:00 pm
    Finishes: 29 Oct 2024, 2:00 pm
    Venue: University Park, Portland Building, D37 Careers Event Space
    Discover your strengths to support career decisions.
  • How to gain work experience as a PGR
    Starts: 6 Nov 2024, 1:00 pm
    Finishes: 6 Nov 2024, 2:00 pm
    Stand out with work experience
  • How to write CVs, cover letters and application forms for PGRs
    Starts: 13 Nov 2024, 12:00 pm
    Finishes: 13 Nov 2024, 1:00 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.
  • Porterhouse Medical: A Career in Medical Communication for PGRs
    Starts: 20 Nov 2024, 12:00 pm
    Finishes: 20 Nov 2024, 1:00 pm
    Come along to this webinar to hear from Dr Owen Dawson, an Alumni from the University of Nottingham who is now working for Porterhouse Medical as a Nottingham based Medical Writer. Owen will elaborate on his journey before Porterhouse, his current role, and the types of roles available within a med comms agency. Owen will also talk about the application process and share career tips on how to get into the sector.
  • Translating your skills for careers outside of academia
    Starts: 27 Nov 2024, 12:00 pm
    Finishes: 27 Nov 2024, 1:00 pm
    Learn how to sell your skills to careers outside of academia
  • How to create a LinkedIn profile for PGRs
    Starts: 3 Dec 2024, 12:00 pm
    Finishes: 3 Dec 2024, 1:00 pm
    Create a LinkedIn profile that stands out

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.

Career and personal development online courses

Our personal development course covers four topics:

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

Our career development course, Thinking Ahead - Exploring Career Options has three modules

  • Module 1: Thinking About Yourself
  • Module 2: Thinking About Your Options
  • Module 3: Career Decisions

Ideally take this course during the first half of your research degree.

 

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