OGPS Academic Careers Fall 2025

This workshop series supports graduate students and postdoctoral fellows preparing for academic careers. Through interactive sessions, you will gain insights and strategies for navigating the academic job market, securing a postdoctoral position, and preparing application materials that highlight your research expertise and career potential. Each session combines presentations, discussion, and hands-on activities to equip you with practical tools for a successful transition into academia.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this series, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the structure of the academic job market and how to prepare for each stage of the search.
  • Identify strategies for exploring opportunities and applying for postdoctoral positions.
  • Prepare strong academic CVs and cover letters that effectively communicate expertise and fit.
  • Write a compelling research statement that highlights motivation, significance, and future directions.



Demystifying the Academic Job Market

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THSL 2955
OGPS CPD Team

Navigating the academic job market can be challenging, but understanding the process is the first step toward success. This session will provide an overview of how faculty searches work, what committees look for in candidates, and how to prepare for each stage of the process. You will learn strategies to organize your search, manage timelines, and approach the market with confidence.

Workshop Goals

By the end of this session, you will be able to:

  • Describe the structure and timeline of the academic job search process.
  • Identify what search committees value when reviewing applications.
  • Recognize key milestones (applications, interviews, campus visits) and how to prepare for each.
  • Develop a personal plan to approach the academic job market strategically.

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