Many PhD holders initially consider an academic career Yet many other opportunities are open to them. The private and public sectors, the nonprofit and international organisations are all significant sources of employment for PhD holders. Understanding the diversity of these organisations and the characteristics of the job market is a key step in defining a career plan and conducting a job search. This workshop will also help doctoral candidates identify the PhD-specific skills that recruiters are looking for.
Programme
The job market for PhD holders and the expectations of recruiters
- Overview of the job market in France and internationally — information and statistics
- The skills of PhD holders sought by non-academic employers
Academic careers
- The various routes and how to access them
- How a researcher’s role and responsibilities evolve over a career
Occupations and careers in companies and organizations
- Career progression in business — examples of career paths
- R&D roles — sample job advertisements and analysis of the sought-after skills
- Other roles in which PhD skills are highly valued — sample job advertisements and analysis of the required skills
Becoming self-sufficient in exploring the job market
- Useful resources for exploring the job market in France and internationally
- Practical exercise, discussion and advice from the trainer
Learning outcomes
- Identify the skills developed during the doctorate and those sought by recruiters
- Gain a better understanding of the job market and the opportunities open to PhD holders
- Become self-sufficient in researching job market information
Pedagogical approach
Interactive workshop combining:
- Information, statistics, tools and methods
- Presentation of examples
- Discussion and advice from the trainer
Assessment & follow-up
- Skills quiz
- Post-session satisfaction survey
