Ins and Outs of Journal Editing

February 2; 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. CT

This session of the What can I do with my PhD? career seminars will feature professionals whose facility with scientific writing and desire to stay close to the research led them to careers as editors at scientific journals. The panelists will share their path as journal editors and their day-to-day role in cultivating and ushering manuscripts through the publication process, and will have advice for how you can prepare yourself to make a similar shift.

Learn more and register HERE.

Careers in Advanced Materials Research and Innovation

February 16; 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. CT

This panel features professionals from industry and national laboratories who develop, test, and translate advanced materials into impactful applications. Panelists will share how they collaborate across disciplines, work with cutting-edge technologies, and navigate the fast-moving landscape of materials innovation. You’ll gain insight into career paths in materials research, product development, and applied engineering, and learn which technical and communication skills help STEM PhDs thrive in these evolving fields.

Register HERE.

Careers in Intellectual Property

February 18 and 19; 12 - 1:30 p.m. CT
February 20; 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. CT

Are you curious about careers in Intellectual Property but unsure where to begin or which role fits you best? This three-part mini-course starts with an overview of IP roles for PhDs and the life cycle of a patent. The second session will dive into application best practices. The course will end with a "Meet the Firms" day where we will be joined by representatives from multiple firms to discuss examples from their firms and roles for PhDs. 

Learn more and register HERE.

Effective Research Presentations

March 3 and 4; 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. CT

This mini-course will dive into how to effectively communicate your research through poster and PowerPoint presentations. Each of the two 90-minute sessions will be a workshop dedicated to effective poster presentations and effective PowerPoint presentations, respectively. Participants are encouraged to register to attend the Effective Visual Communication for Research workshop on Feb 25, 2026, 1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. to learn how to effectively and transparently incorporate visual elements, such as charts, tables, and images, into your research presentations or posters.

Learn more and register HERE.

Friday, March 27; 8:30 a.m - 5:30 p.m CT; Ida Noyes Hall

GRADUCon is an annual career conference exclusively for Chicago graduate students and postdocs. It features career-themed panels and opportunities to chat one-on-one with 70+ professionals. Join us and learn from alumni who have been in your shoes. 

International graduate students and postdocs may also consider attending our companion event, GRADUCon International, which takes place virtually on April 02; 8:30 a.m - 12:15 p.m CT; Zoom.

The NSF I-Corps program provides educational training and experiential learning for teams exploring market applications for STEM technologies. The spring cohort includes five in-person sessions, 20+ stakeholder interviews, and individualized coaching. Teams (2–4 participants) must include at least one teammate affiliated with UChicago, Argonne National Laboratory, Fermilab, Marine Biological Laboratory, or Chicago-area colleges and universities. Early-stage concepts welcome—no prototype required.

Apply for I-Corps HERE, or contact Crystal Camargo at Crystal.Camargo@chicagobooth.edu with questions.

Improve your professional skills in 30 minutes or less! This presentation will provide attendees with essential information on job offer negotiation -- a common professional practice in the US. You will learn when to negotiate, what to ask for, and how to conduct the negotiation conversation. We will also address special concerns that international students may have about negotiation. Snacks will be provided, and an open Q&A will follow. This session is appropriate for graduate students and postdocs in all disciplines.

Attend Via Zoom HERE, using your @uchicago email address.

Curious about funding for research projects and other academic goals, but not sure where to start?

Fellowships can enrich your career in academia (and beyond). They contribute to fieldwork expenses, research travel, conferences, language study, tuition, and many other academic funding needs. Join this introductory info session to learn how to get started in your search for fellowships.

Join UChicagoGRAD for an evening of explorative and insightful gallery talks during Research Speaks at the Art Institute of Chicago. UChicagoGRAD staff will lead 75-minute-long tours that feature talks by twelve UChicago PhD students and postdocs who will discuss their research in conversation with the museum's collections.

Lights, camera, action! On-camera communication has become an integral part of our daily lives, as job interviews, conferences, meetings, and networking conversations continue to be held in both virtual and hybrid formats. Come to this virtual, hands-on workshop to refine your technical set up and gain new insights into on-camera delivery. You’ll come away with an actionable set of skills that will help you approach both live and recorded video formats with confidence and poise. Please note: the workshop will involve participatory practice and discussion with peers. 

Register for the  Zoom HERE, using your @uchicago email address.

Improve your professional skills in 30 minutes or less! This session will introduce you to the foundations of the job search in industry and nonprofits. You will gain an understanding of hiring processes, timelines, and where to look for jobs. We will also address some common questions that international students may have about job search timing. This virtual session is appropriate for graduate students and postdocs in all disciplines.

Attend Via Zoom HERE, using your @uchicago email address.

This workshop will introduce aspiring administrators to principles that will help them effectively design student programs. Through a hands-on activity, participants will model the stages of the design cycle, from needs identification and assessment to program evaluation and monitoring. Participants will leave with an understanding of the design process and an ability to apply a design framework to address challenges faced by students—a helpful skill for future faculty members and administrators alike.

This is an in-person only event that will not be recorded.

AbbVie is seeking a highly motivated PhD intern to lead a project integrating and analyzing genotype and phenotype data to uncover genetic variants associated with adverse events using real-world data sources. The intern will collaborate with computational biologists across immunology, oncology, epidemiology, and statistics teams, analyzing multimodal datasets to gain insights into immunological diseases. Responsibilities include conducting genome-wide association analyses, validating findings, and documenting research processes. Requires enrollment in a PhD program in bioinformatics, genetics, computational biology, or related field, with strong R proficiency and experience with genomic databases.

APL is seeking a researcher to contribute to pioneering work in connectomics, neural interfaces, neurally-inspired artificial intelligence, and/or neurobehavioral research. The role involves developing algorithms and systems, leading multi-disciplinary research with government and commercial partners, and collaborating on human subjects research, machine learning, and biomedical signal processing. Requires PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Computer Science, or related discipline, with experience in software development and research. U.S. citizenship required for security clearance.

Location: Laurel, MD

Susquehanna is seeking Quantitative Researchers to design, validate, backtest, and implement statistical and advanced machine learning models for systematic trading. This is a great opportunity to work at a global quantitative trading firm that combines scientific rigor with cutting-edge technology. Seeking PhDs graduating by Summer 2026 or postdocs in Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Operations Research, or Economics. Strong programming skills in Python required; C++ experience is a plus

The University of Texas Permian Basin's Department of Mathematics is seeking a tenure-track faculty member to serve as Academic Department Chair at the Associate or Full Professor rank. Requires PhD in mathematics or related field, current academic rank of tenured associate or full professor, demonstrated leadership and administrative skills, and distinguished record of teaching, service, and research. 

Start Date: August 2026 Location: Odessa, TX Application Deadline: Priority given to applications by January 10, 2026

Elgin Community College, one of the top 25 community colleges in the country serving over 9,000 students, is seeking a General Biology Adjunct Faculty member. This is a great opportunity to provide instruction aligned with the college's strategic goals and help students achieve their educational objectives in a welcoming campus environment. Requires a master's degree in biology or a related discipline with at least 18 graduate hours in the discipline. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet departmental needs.

Start Date: Spring 2026
Location: Elgin, IL
Application: Open until filled

Boehringer Ingelheim Fonds (BIF) Travel grants

Deadline: Rolling

These grants fund research stays and lab visits lasting up to 3 months for graduate students who want to learn new methods to bring them back to their home lab.

Simons Dissertation Fellowship in Mathematics

Deadline: February 26

The Simons Foundation’s Mathematics and Physical Sciences (MPS) division invites applications for the Simons Dissertation Fellowship in Mathematics to provide research support to excellent graduate students in the final years of their Ph.D. studies. 

California Council on Science & Technology Policy Fellowship

Deadline: March 2

During their year of public service, CCST S&T Policy Fellows work with policymakers and their teams to evaluate and research complex scientific issues, interpret data, and tackle the day-to-day responsibilities of full-time policy staffers 

British Academy International Fellowships

Deadline: March 11

The International Fellowships programme provides support for outstanding early career researchers to make a first step towards developing an independent research career through gaining experience across international borders. Each award is expected to involve a specific and protected research focus with the award holder undertaking high quality, original research.

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