Postgraduate Careers Expo
The Florey Postgraduate Conference is the annual calendar highlight for all Higher Degree Research students (HDRs) in the Faculty of Health and Medical Science (FHMS).
This year we are excited to announce that in addition to showcasing the high calibre research being undertaken by our HDR students, the conference will feature an additional Postgraduate Careers Expo aimed at the current PhD and Masters students.
Have you thought about what you want to do after your degree?
Do you know what your options are? Want guidance?
Got questions you want answered?
We are delighted to have representatives from areas such as:
The Adelaide Graduate Research School (AGRS) – We are here to support and guide you through all facets of your candidature, from admission, scholarships, professional opportunities, CaRST and completion.
Postgraduates Internships and Industry - Research Internships and Industry-engaged HDR programs offer exceptional opportunities to apply and further develop professional skills and expertise in your specific field and chosen career. Participation in one of our unique industry engagement programs will provide a strong complement to your academic studies and give you a head start in future employment opportunities.
Career Services - Our mission at the University of Adelaide Career Services is twofold: one, prepare our highly skilled students for their professional careers; and two, connect them with industry and employers.
Industry guests (TBC)
Research Development – Representatives from the Research Development team will be available to discuss: What makes a grant application successful?; The kind of support available to grant seekers (and holders) at the University; Possible alternative career pathways after your PhD - a career in research administration? This friendly bunch have met with many of the researchers at our university and love supporting our research community. Stop by for a chat about life after your PhD.
Teaching Pathway – Have you enjoyed teaching during your HDR journey and thought about it as a career pathway? We have great resources around learning and teaching. Speak to enthusiastic educators who have completed their PhD and chosen teaching as their rewarding career.
This is a fantastic and invaluable opportunity for students to ask any questions they have and meet a broad range of stakeholders, some of which they could share their future research journey with.
All eligible students* participating will go in the draw to win a door prize! Prize to be announced closer to the event.
*Student must visit 4 stakeholders, have their careers expo card stamped and submitted to the registration desk by lunch to be eligible for the door prize.