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Finding a Postdoc

Resources for Postdocs: Follow-up to “Finding a Postdoc in the Sciences”

September 13, 2012 by Kelly Seaton 4 Comments

Addressing the Postdoctoral Challenge

As I think about my journey through graduate school and the crazy world of postdoc-dom (postdoc-ship?), a few things keep coming to mind. These verses from Ephesians 3 (ESV, emphases mine)  have been such an encouragement, and are my prayer for those of you who are beginning or in the midst of your postdoc journey. Prayer for Spiritual Strength 14For this reason I bow my knees before the Father,  15from whom every family  in heaven and on earth is named,  16that according to the riches of his glory he may grant you … [Read more...] about Resources for Postdocs: Follow-up to “Finding a Postdoc in the Sciences”

Filed Under: Christ and the Academy, Finding a Postdoc Tagged With: career planning advice, Code of Conduct, Ephesians 3:14-21, fellowships, IDP, postdoc, resources, science, science career

Finding a Postdoc in the Sciences: Starting Your New Position

November 15, 2011 by Kelly Seaton Leave a Comment

Kelly Seaton concludes her series on finding a postdoc in the sciences. Previously: One Postdoc's Journey, Where Should I Begin?, Identifying the Right Position, Nailing the Interview. Kelly is also working on a list of resources for finding a postdoc, which we'll publish as soon as it's ready.   I think one of the happiest days in a grad student's life (next to the day after the defense!) is the day that a postdoc position is finalized and accepted. It is exciting to think about the possibilities that are ahead, … [Read more...] about Finding a Postdoc in the Sciences: Starting Your New Position

Filed Under: Christ and the Academy, Finding a Postdoc, Post-Graduate Tagged With: Career Stages, community, graduate students, intervarsity, Mentoring, Post-Graduate, publishing, sciences

Finding a Postdoc in the Sciences: Nailing the Interview

November 8, 2011 by Kelly Seaton 3 Comments

Kelly Seaton continues her series on finding a postdoc in the sciences. Previously: One Postdoc's Journey, Where Should I Begin?, Identifying the Right Position What questions do you have about the postdoc interview process? Do you have any interview experiences or advice to share? Photo credit: solarnu via Flickr Once you have submitted your applications and landed an interview, here are a few things to keep in mind: 1. Be prepared! This may seem like an obvious point, (and not even worth mentioning!) … [Read more...] about Finding a Postdoc in the Sciences: Nailing the Interview

Filed Under: Christ and the Academy, Finding a Postdoc, Post-Graduate Tagged With: Career Stages, graduate students, interviewing, jobs, Post-Graduate, postdoc, science

Finding a Postdoc in the Sciences: Identifying the Right Position

November 1, 2011 by Kelly Seaton Leave a Comment

Kelly Seaton continues her series on finding a postdoc in the sciences. Previously: One Postdoc's Journey, Where Should I Begin? Once you have decided to pursue a postdoc position and have a reasonable idea what you would like to study or where you want to live, the next step is to find a position that is a good fit for you. In this post I will give a few suggestions on what to think about in terms of a “postdoc friendly” lab and how to start looking for specific positions. Looking for places that are “postdoc … [Read more...] about Finding a Postdoc in the Sciences: Identifying the Right Position

Filed Under: Christ and the Academy, Finding a Postdoc, Post-Graduate Tagged With: Career Stages, graduate students, jobs, Post-Graduate, postdoc, resources, science

Finding a Postdoc in the Sciences: Where Should I Begin?

October 25, 2011 by Kelly Seaton 3 Comments

This is the second in Kelly Seaton's series on Finding a Postdoc in the Sciences. Previously: One Postdoc's Journey. ~ Mike Jeremiah 29:11 - For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. In my last post, I mentioned that a postdoc position is highly recommended, even a necessary next step after the completion of graduate school. For some grad students, continuing in a postdoc position feels like an exciting opportunity to … [Read more...] about Finding a Postdoc in the Sciences: Where Should I Begin?

Filed Under: Academic Vocations, Christ and the Academy, Finding a Postdoc, Post-Graduate Tagged With: academicvocations, Career Stages, careers, graduate, Post-Graduate, postdoc, science, vocation

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