Stepping into the last phase of your PhD comes with big decisions, and this event is here to guide you through them. You’ll explore what career paths can look like after graduation, hear honest perspectives from industry and academia, and take part in workshops designed to help you shine in interviews and choose a direction that fits your goals. Throughout the afternoon, you’ll meet other late-stage PhDs on a similar journey, with a relaxed borrel at the end to keep the conversations going.
Agenda:
13:00 – 13:30 | Walk-in & registration
13:30 – 14:15 | From PhD to Founder: What It Takes to Build a Startup - Harro Stokman (Kepler Vision)
This session explores the journey from academic research to launching your own startup. You will learn the key challenges, skills, and strategies needed to transform your ideas into a viable business.
14:15 – 15:00 | How to Write a Review - Ulle Endriss
In this session, you will learn how peer review works from the perspective of reviewers and editors, helping you write stronger reviews and handle feedback on your own papers more effectively.
15:00 – 15:15 | Break
15:15 – 16:00 | Life After the PhD: Lessons from a Postdoc in Academia – Enrico Liscio
In this session, a postdoc shares firsthand insights into academic life after the PhD. You will learn about career paths, expectations, and practical strategies to navigate the early stages of an academic career.
16:00 – 17:00 From Researcher to Candidate: Interview Skills that Work – Ewout van de Bult (Brightminds)
This session teaches how to present yourself effectively to potential employers, including tips for optimizing your CV, promoting your profile on LinkedIn, and performing confidently in interviews.
During the final session, there will be an opportunity to receive feedback on your CV. Please make sure to bring an up-to-date version with you.
17:00 – 18:00 | Closing & drinks
