You've spent all this time at university:
undergrad, masters, PhD and now you are a postdoc.
You don't want to be your boss (even if they are lovely).
You don't want to apply for a fellowship and there is only one lectureship a year in your discipline.
Panic? Crawl under the academic comfort blanket for one more contract?
There is a better way ...
Imagine if you could ...
Uncover the truths about your career options (The truth is out there after all ...)
Create a sparkling CV and LinkedIn profile that communicates your fantastic skills to future employers
Get clarity on how best to use this research contract to move you closer to your dream career (even if you don't know what that is yet)
What if you could be surrounded by the ping of emails inviting you to interview and the voices of an increased network?
Wouldn't it be great to face the future calmly feeling like you are in the driving seat glancing in the rear view mirror at all the amazing skills and experiences you have gathered during your career?
With this friendly, pithy course by your side you will explore:
- how to maximise the time you have, even if the contract clock is ticking
- how to get yourself application ready so that you can jump at job opportunities, even if three come along at once
- how to uncover your strengths and values so you can choose the right career with confidence
So what are you waiting for (I hope it's not the end of your contract!)?
Hello!
I've worked with 1000s (gulp) of postdocs over my 20+ years in researcher development. I've been there worn the lab coat and scrubs as a medical physics postdoc. I know it's tough!
I've written three books for 'my tribe' - researchers like you! This course is a fabulous addition to the Amazon bestseller Leaving Academia which was published in 2024. It follows on from The UNIque Guide for Women: Confidently embracing your career in research and beyond (2023) and What every postdoc needs to know (2nd edition coming Summer 2024).
I speak, write and train with a passion to creatively prepare researchers for positive and proactive careers.
Dr Emma Williams
