Postdocs

Career Appointments

Postdocs are eligible for one-on-one career advising appointments to talk about a wide range of topics including career exploration and planning, conducting a job search, review of application materials, practice interviews and job talks, discussion of job offers, and any other questions or concerns. Whether you’re just starting your postdoc, or in the middle of your search, we’re here to support you in your career development.

• Schedule an individual appointment on Handshake.

Workshops and Events

Workshops and events are offered throughout the year covering preparation for academic and non-academic job searches, career exploration, networking, and professional development skills (communication, leadership, management, etc.).

• Upcoming events are announced via the Postdoc Career Newsletter (automatically sent to all postdocs ~2/per month – check your email ).
• More info on signature programs:
  • Power Up My Postdoc
  • Faculty Job Search Series
  • PhD and Postdoc Career Series
  • MIT Research Slam
  • Certificates: Research Mentoring, Grant Writing
• You can also request tailored workshops for your department or center. 
• See more information on Career Fairs

Career Preparation

As you embark on your postdoc, take time to set goals for your career development.  What skills do you hope to develop? What types of careers interest you? How can you best position yourself for a successful job search? The following resources will help you get started:

• Setting goals and aligning expectations
• Career exploration and planning tools
• Visit the Academia and Education page for information on preparing for academic faculty positions
• Visit the Career Interests page for information and resources on a variety of career fields.
• Visit the “Learn About” menu for career and job search resources

Other Resources

• Office of the Vice President for Research – Postdoctoral Services
• MIT Postdoctoral Association
• MIT Postdoc Demographics and Career Outcomes
• National Postdoctoral Association
• MIT provides access to PIVOT, a comprehensive database of funding opportunities.  You can search and filter by various criteria
• List of Entrepreneurship and Funding Resources (compiled by the PDA)