• Information Session on the Cornell Three Minute Thesis (3MT)

    Zoom

    Learn about the Three Minute Thesis competition: history, format, judging, prizes, and how Cornell offers the chance to participate. Organizers will field your questions about competing in the Cornell Graduate School competition in Spring 2026. Register online to attend an information session.

  • Pathways to Success: Career Discovery Series

    Career Discovery Series: Careers in Consulting, Strategy, and Organizational Effectiveness Panel

    Zoom

    Register for Careers in Consulting, Strategy, and Organizational Effectiveness Panel This small group discussion will offer insight into career paths Ph.D.s and research masters' students pursue beyond academia, including how alumni have translated their academic training into impactful roles.  Bring questions, explore industries, and learn from real experiences in an open and supportive format. Consulting,…

  • Pathways to Success: Career Discovery Series

    Career Discovery Series: Applied Humanities & Social Sciences: Creative, Human-Centered Design & Strategy Careers

    Zoom

    Register for Applied Humanities and Social Sciences: Creative, Human-Centered Design, and Strategy Careers This small group discussion will offer insight into career paths Ph.D.s and research masters' students pursue beyond academia, including how alumni have translated their academic training into impactful roles.  Bring questions, explore industries, and learn from real experiences in an open and…

  • Pathways to Success: Career Discovery Series

    Career Discovery Series: From Ideas to Impact: Careers in UX, AI and Entrepreneurship Panel

    Zoom

    Register for From Ideas to Impact: Careers in UX, AI, and Entrepreneurship Panel This small group discussion will offer insight into career paths Ph.D.s and research masters' students pursue beyond academia, including how alumni have translated their academic training into impactful roles.  Bring questions, explore industries, and learn from real experiences in an open and…

  • Pathways to Success: Career Discovery Series

    Career Discovery Series: Science-Informed Business and Sustainability Careers Panel

    Zoom

    Register for Global Careers at the Intersection of Business, Sustainability, and Equity Panel This small group discussion will offer insight into career paths Ph.D.s and research masters' students pursue beyond academia, including how alumni have translated their academic training into impactful roles.  Bring questions, explore industries, and learn from real experiences in an open and…

  • Pathways to Success: Career Discovery Series

    Career Discovery Series: Transformative Careers in Social and Environmental Policy Panel

    Zoom

    Register for Transformative Careers in Social and Environmental Policy Panel This small group discussion will offer insight into career paths Ph.D.s and research masters' students pursue beyond academia, including how alumni have translated their academic training into impactful roles.  Bring questions, explore industries, and learn from real experiences in an open and supportive format. Social…

  • Pathways to Success: Career Discovery Series

    Career Discovery Series: Education, Teaching and Academic-Adjacent Careers Panel

    Zoom

    This small group discussion will offer insight into career paths Ph.D.s and research masters' students pursue beyond academia, including how alumni have translated their academic training into impactful roles.  Bring questions, explore industries, and learn from real experiences in an open and supportive format. Register for Education, Teaching, and Academic-Adjacent Careers Panel Education, Teaching and…

  • Pathways to Success: Career Discovery Series

    Career Discovery Series: From Research to Real-World Impact: Science Careers in Industry Panel

    Zoom

    This small group discussion will offer insight into career paths Ph.D.s and research masters' students pursue beyond academia, including how alumni have translated their academic training into impactful roles.  Bring questions, explore industries, and learn from real experiences in an open and supportive format. Register for From Research to Real-World Impact: Science Careers in Industry…

  • Pathways to Success: Career Discovery Series

    Career Discovery Series: Public Sector Careers: Government, Policy, and International Affairs Panel

    Zoom

    This small group discussion will offer insight into career paths Ph.D.s and research masters' students pursue beyond academia, including how alumni have translated their academic training into impactful roles.  Bring questions, explore industries, and learn from real experiences in an open and supportive format. Register for Public Sector Careers: Government, Policy, and International Affairs Panel…

  • Virtual Info Session about Humanities Scholars Program 2026-27 Postdoctoral Associate Positions

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    The Humanities Scholars Program, an undergraduate research initiative in the College of Arts & Sciences, invites applications from Cornell PhD candidates and recent Cornell PhDs for one-year postdoctoral associate positions beginning August 1, 2026. HSP Postdocs teach, mentor, and run workshops for advanced undergraduates in the Humanities Scholars Program. Each position offers a salary of $67,000/year…

  • Information Session: Rita Levi Montalcini Scholarship from the Dompé Foundation

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    Established in 2020, the Dompé Foundation is committed to supporting the university education of talented young individuals in STEM fields, ultimately contributing to the advancement of scientific knowledge and the exploration of new research areas, particularly in the life sciences. More specifically, it aims at breaking down financial barriers to higher education for aspiring scientists…

  • Interviewing and Negotiating for Academic Positions

    Zoom

    An important part of the academic job search is interviewing and then negotiating the offer. Come learn about the art of interviewing for faculty positions from your laptop or mobile device. The format will be interactive presentation followed by question and answer period. Presenters: Yael Levitte, Associate Vice Provost for Faculty Development and Diversity, and…

  • Should I Do a Postdoc?

    Zoom

    Are you a graduate student wondering if you might want to seek a postdoctoral position on the way to the next stage of your career? Come hear an interactive presentation and engage in discussion about your questions. Topics discussed will include: reasons to do a postdoctoral position, types of postdocs, and how to apply and…

  • Ivy+ Graduate Student Professional Development Series

    Using Analogies to Explain Your Research

    Zoom

    Learn how analogies can help you connect with your audience. Register to attend. Hosted by the University of Pennsylvania Graduate Student Center. This program is part of the Ivy+ Graduate Student Professional Development Series, created and cross-promoted by deans and directors at Berkeley, Brown, Columbia, Cornell, Dartmouth, Harvard, MIT, Penn, Princeton, Stanford, UChicago, and Yale…

  • Working in the UK: Visa Pathways for Ivy+ Students

    Zoom

    Interested in working in the UK after graduation or during your studies? Join this online session featuring attorneys from Fragomen’s London office as they walk through a range of UK visa options available to students and recent graduates. In this session, you’ll learn about: The High Potential Individual (HPI) visa, available to graduates of top global universities The Government…

  • Ivy+ Graduate Student Professional Development Series

    Using Storytelling to Explain Your Research

    Zoom

    Learn about the elements of storytelling and how your research can become an exciting tale! Register to attend. Hosted by the University of Pennsylvania Graduate Student Center. This program is part of the Ivy+ Graduate Student Professional Development Series, created and cross-promoted by deans and directors at Berkeley, Brown, Columbia, Cornell, Dartmouth, Harvard, MIT, Penn,…

  • Teaching at Teaching-Intensive Institutions

    Zoom

    The University of Massachusetts Amherst and partners are excited to present a virtual Teaching at Teaching Intensive Institutions conference on October 17, 2025. The day features two panels: the first features senior faculty and administrators talking about what defines a teaching intensive and what makes it special, while the second features early-career faculty who will share their…

  • NSF GRFP Overview Session

    Zoom

    The Graduate School is offering a virtual NSF GRFP Overview session on October 16th, from 12:00 - 1:00 pm, that will cover how to create a competitive proposal and share tips from a panel of successful GRFP winners and a faculty reviewer. We hope you'll join us! Please register to receive a Zoom link. Please note…

  • Approaches to Designing Your Academic Job Talk

    Zoom

    Start planning what types of job talks to be ready for after the written application material and Zoom/preliminary interview stage. These might include chalk talks, one hour research seminars with an emphasis on future plans, or other formats such as a disciplinary research presentation that also speaks to your teaching, mentoring, and/or advising philosophy. Presenters:…

  • Ivy+ Graduate Student Professional Development Series

    De-Jargon Your Research

    Zoom

    Learn about useful tools to help de-jargon your research and strategies to make your research accessible and understandable to all. Register to attend. Hosted by the University of Pennsylvania Graduate Student Center. This program is part of the Ivy+ Graduate Student Professional Development Series, created and cross-promoted by deans and directors at Berkeley, Brown, Columbia,…

  • Explore Careers Outside Academia

    Zoom

    In today's day and age, more and more postdocs and graduate students are open to the idea of careers beyond academia. Have you ever wondered how to start this transition and what are some things you need to think about before taking action? In this session, we will talk about how to start exploring career…

  • CV to Resume Workshop

    Zoom

    This webinar will help you target common terms used in industry, non-profit and government jobs; basic resume structure and tips on highlighting your Ph.D. skillsets to position YOU as the preferred job candidate. This webinar is open to all Ph.D. students and postdocs. To Register For more events, please visit gradcareers.cornell.edu. Accessibility Requests We strive to…

  • Primer Series: Exploring Career Options in and Outside Academia

    Zoom

    Monday, August 11, 2 – 3 p.m. – Register You might be thinking it is too early to think about the end as you are starting, but in this session you will learn how important it can be to keep your options open and how you can take advantage of your time at Cornell to gain…

  • Primer Series: Enhancing Language Skills for Graduate Success

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    Thursday, August 7, 9 – 10 a.m. – Register Do you use English as an additional language? Are you concerned about potential challenges related to speaking, listening, reading, and writing during your graduate program? Join the directors of the English Language Support Office and International Teaching Assistant Program to learn about approaches for navigating graduate school…

  • Primer Series: Identifying Resources to Succeed as a Teaching Assistant at Cornell

    Zoom

    Wednesday, August 6, 9 – 10 a.m. – Register Will you have teaching responsibilities this fall? Are you thinking about a faculty career track and want to develop your skills as an instructor? If your answer is “yes,” or you just want to find out more about teaching, join us to explore the many resources that…

  • Primer Series: Right From the Start: Valuing Your Time

    Zoom

    Thursday, July 31, 10 – 11 a.m. – Register While there is no one-size-fits-all approach to managing your time, it is a skill that can be learned! In this session, we will review commonly used time management techniques, discuss how to make strategic decisions that support the whole you, and discuss how to maintain relationships when…

  • Primer Series: Money Matters: Budgeting and Saving

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    Wednesday, July 30, 2 – 3 p.m. – Register Whenever you make a big transition (and coming to Cornell for graduate school counts!), you learn quickly that money matters. We’d like you to join us for this introductory session about finances and budgeting basics. The goal is for students to leave with concepts and a structure…

  • Primer Series: Getting the Mentoring You Need and Want

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    Friday, July 25, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. – Register Join us to reflect on your mentoring experiences and needs and discuss strategies to establish a network of mentors across multiple areas in which you need support. We’ll explore ways to co-construct and manage mentor-mentee mutual expectations using tools from the FAIM (Faculty Advancing Inclusive Mentoring) Resource…

  • Approaches to Designing Your Academic Job Talk

    Zoom

    Start planning what types of job talks to be ready for after the written application material and Zoom/preliminary interview stage. These might include chalk talks, one hour research seminars with an emphasis on future plans, or other formats such as a disciplinary research presentation that also speaks to your teaching, mentoring, and/or advising philosophy. Presenters:…

  • Primer Series: Navigating Cross-cultural Classroom Dynamics

    Zoom

    Thursday, July 24, 10 – 11 a.m. – Register As a teaching assistant, you will encounter a Cornell community with great cultural, linguistic, and geographic diversity. Join this online workshop to examine the relationship between cultures and educational systems, as well as discuss how this relates to teaching at Cornell. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to…

  • Primer Series: Navigating Key Graduate Milestones and Academic Expectations

    Zoom

    Wednesday, July 23, 10 – 11 a.m. – Register Learn about key milestones associated with being a Cornell graduate student before you are expected to reach them. This session will share important information about academic milestones and provide strategies to help you successfully meet them. In addition to a short presentation, participants will have opportunities to…

  • Developing a Narrative For Your Teaching Statement

    Zoom

    Explore essential elements of a teaching statement for an academic job application. Come prepared to brainstorm key ideas of your statement. Leave with peer feedback on a first draft of your teaching statement, or ideas on how you might revise an existing draft to ensure it accurately reflects your approach to creating inclusive classrooms. Presenters:…

  • Writing a Research Statement for a Primarily Undergraduate Institution

    Zoom

    Through an interactive online discussion, guest presenter Dr. Jeffrey Werner (Professor of Chemistry at SUNY Cortland) will help job-seekers interested in faculty positions at four-year colleges and universities (e.g., primarily undergraduate institutions, or PUIs) outline a research statement that highlights plans to mentor undergraduate students in research. Register to attend. Sponsored by the Graduate School's…

  • The Application Process for an Academic Job

    Zoom

    To kick off the 2025-2026 Academic Job Search Series for Cornell graduate students and postdocs, come learn about the process of searching for a U.S. faculty job from start to finish: when to apply for faculty and other academic positions, what documents are required (CV, cover letter, etc.), and how long the process takes. Bring…

  • Future Professors Institute

    Zoom

    The Future Professors Institute engages graduate students and postdoctoral scholars in workshops, panel discussions, and talks focused on preparing them for faculty careers across institutional types. The primary audiences for the institute are Cornell University graduate students and postdocs interested in faculty and academic career pathways who are committed to advancing access to higher education…

  • Beyond Supervision: Effective Mentorship in Undergraduate Research

    Zoom

    Join us for an interactive workshop about best practices for mentoring undergraduate researchers. You will learn evidence-based mentoring techniques and engage with tools that you can use right now to enhance your mentoring practice. This workshop is ideal for the mentors of undergraduate researchers who would like to refine their mentoring practices or who are…

  • Should I Do a Postdoc?

    Zoom

    Are you a graduate student wondering if you might want to seek a postdoctoral position on the way to the next stage of your career? Come hear an interactive presentation and engage in discussion about your questions. Topics discussed will include: reasons to do a postdoctoral position, types of postdocs, and how to apply and…

  • Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

    Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

    Zoom

    Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…

  • CV to Resume Workshop

    Zoom

    This webinar will help you target common terms used in industry, non-profit and government jobs; basic resume structure and tips on highlighting your Ph.D. skillsets to position YOU as the preferred job candidate. This webinar is open to all Ph.D. students and postdocs. To Register For more events, please visit gradcareers.cornell.edu. Accessibility Requests We strive to…

  • Interviewing and Negotiating for Academic Positions

    Zoom

    An important part of the academic job search is interviewing and then negotiating the offer. Come learn about the art of interviewing for faculty positions from your laptop or mobile device. The format will be interactive presentation followed by question and answer period. Presenters: Yael Levitte, Associate Vice Provost for Faculty Development and Diversity, and…

  • Information Session on the Cornell Three Minute Thesis (3MT)

    Zoom

    Learn about the Three-Minute Thesis competition: history, format, judging, prizes, and how Cornell offers the chance to participate. Organizers will field your questions about competing in the Cornell Graduate School competition in Spring 2025. Register online to attend an information session.

  • Explore Careers Outside Academia

    Zoom

    In today's day and age, more and more postdocs and graduate students are open to the idea of careers beyond academia. Have you ever wondered how to start this transition and what are some things you need to think about before taking action? In this session, we will talk about how to start exploring career…

  • Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

    Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

    Zoom

    Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…

  • Interviewing and Negotiating for Academic Positions

    Zoom

    An important part of the academic job search is interviewing and then negotiating the offer. Come learn about the art of interviewing for faculty positions from your laptop or mobile device. The format will be interactive presentation followed by question and answer period. Presenters: Yael Levitte, Associate Vice Provost for Faculty Development and Diversity, and…

  • Should I Do a Postdoc?

    Zoom

    Are you a graduate student wondering if you might want to seek a postdoctoral position on the way to the next stage of your career? Come hear an interactive presentation and engage in discussion about your questions. Topics discussed will include: reasons to do a postdoctoral position, types of postdocs, and how to apply and…

  • Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

    Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

    Zoom

    Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…

  • Debunking Academia vs. Industry Myths: Be the Entrepreneur of Your Own Career

    Zoom

    The Versatile PhD offers the PhD Pathways Series to provide an “outside the academy” perspective on career preparation and job opportunities across a range of skills, trends and industries. The next session will meet on October 24th to discuss "Debunking Academia vs. Industry Myths: Be the Entrepreneur of Your Own Career” with Dr Kaidi Wu. …

  • Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

    Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

    Zoom

    Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…

  • CV To Resume Workshop

    Zoom

    This online workshop will help you target common terms used in industry, non-profit and government jobs; basic resume structure and tips on highlighting your PhD skillsets to position YOU as the preferred job candidate. This workshop is open to all PhD students and postdocs. To Register For more events, please visit gradcareers.cornell.edu. Accessibility Requests We…

  • Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

    Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

    Zoom

    Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…

  • NSF GRFP Overview Session

    Zoom

    The NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) application deadlines are coming up! As a resource for students applying this year, the Graduate School is offering a virtual NSF GRFP Overview session on Sept 6th, from 10-11am that will cover how to create a competitive proposal and share tips from a panel of successful GFRP winners.…

  • Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

    Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

    Zoom

    Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…

  • Developing a Narrative For Your Teaching Statement

    Zoom

    Explore essential elements of a teaching statement for an academic job application. Come prepared to brainstorm key ideas of your statement. Leave with peer feedback on a first draft of your teaching statement, or ideas on how you might revise an existing draft to ensure it accurately reflects your approach to creating inclusive classrooms. Presenters:…

  • The Application Process for an Academic Job

    Zoom

    To kick off the 2024-2025 Academic Job Search Series for Cornell graduate students and postdocs, come learn about the process of searching for a U.S. faculty job from start to finish: when to apply for faculty and other academic positions, what documents are required (CV, cover letter, etc.), and how long the process takes. Bring…

  • Getting a Faculty Position: Lessons Learned During the Academic Job Search

    Zoom

    Join us for a live online panel discussion featuring postdoctoral scholars and graduate students who were offered faculty positions this year! Bring your questions about the process and hear from the recent experiences of other Cornellians. Meets online via Zoom. Register to attend. Panelists to be Announced. Co-sponsored by Future Faculty and Academic Careers and…

  • Should I Do a Postdoc?

    Zoom

    Are you a graduate student wondering if you might want to seek a postdoctoral position on the way to the next stage of your career? Come hear an interactive presentation and engage in breakout discussion and question and answer by general field of study. Topics discussed will include: reasons to do a postdoctoral position, types…

  • Explore Careers Outside Academia

    Zoom

    In today's day and age, more and more postdocs and graduate students are open to the idea of careers beyond academia. Have you ever wondered how to start this transition and what are some things you need to think about before taking action? In this session, we will talk about how to start exploring career…

  • CV To Resume Workshop

    Zoom

    This webinar will help you target common terms used in industry, non-profit and government jobs; basic resume structure and tips on highlighting your PhD skillsets to position YOU as the preferred job candidate. This webinar is open to all PhD students and postdocs. To Register For more events, please visit gradcareers.cornell.edu. Accessibility Requests We strive…

  • Interviewing and Negotiating for Academic Positions

    Zoom

    An important part of the academic job search is interviewing and then negotiating the offer. Come learn about the art of interviewing for faculty positions from your laptop or mobile device. The format will be interactive presentation followed by question and answer period. Presenters: Yael Levitte, Associate Vice Provost for Faculty Development and Diversity, and…

  • Information Session on the Cornell Three Minute Thesis (3MT)

    Zoom

    Learn about the Three-Minute Thesis competition: history, format, judging, prizes, and how Cornell offers the chance to participate. Organizers will field your questions about competing in the Cornell Graduate School competition in Spring 2024. Register online to attend an information session.

  • Interviewing and Negotiation for Academic Positions

    Zoom

    An important part of the academic job search is interviewing and then negotiating the offer. Come learn about the art of interviewing for faculty positions from your laptop or mobile device. The format will be interactive presentation followed by question and answer period. Presenters: Yael Levitte, Associate Vice Provost for Faculty Development and Diversity, and…

  • Inclusive Teaching Institute for Graduate Students and Postdocs

    Zoom

    The Inclusive Teaching Institute for Graduate Students & Postdocs is an opportunity to explore strategies for engaging diversity and fostering inclusion in higher education learning environments. As a participant, you will reflect and connect with other graduate students and postdocs to share knowledge, explore how and why social identities come into play in the learning…

  • HHMI Gilliam Fellows Program Info Session

    Zoom

    The Graduate School, in partnership with the College of Veterinary Medicine and the Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation, is hosting a virtual information session with former Gilliam Fellows on October 25, from noon to 1pm. Register to attend. The Gilliam Fellows Program supports pairs of graduate students and their faculty advisers…

  • Should I Do a Postdoc?

    Zoom

    Are you a graduate student wondering if you might want to seek a postdoctoral position on the way to the next stage of your career? Come hear an interactive presentation and engage in breakout discussion and question and answer by general field of study. Topics discussed will include: reasons to do a postdoctoral position, types…

  • Explore Careers Outside Academia

    Zoom

    In today's day and age, more and more postdocs and graduate students are open to the idea of careers beyond academia. Have you ever wondered how to start this transition and what are some things you need to think about before taking action? In this session, we will talk about how to start exploring career…

  • Sloan Inclusive Leadership Workshop: Conflict Management

    Zoom

    Summary Our approach to conflict resolution will be based on the Thomas -Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument (TKI).  The TKI approach allows you to discover whether you might be overusing or underusing one or more of five conflict-handling modes (collaborating, competing, compromising, accommodating, and avoiding), so you can improve how you manage conflict in the future.  Because no…

  • NSF GRFP Overview Session

    Zoom

    The NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) application deadlines are coming up! As a resource for students applying this year, the Graduate School is offering a virtual NSF GRFP Overview session on Sept 8th, from 10-11am that will cover how to create a competitive proposal and share tips from a panel of successful GFRP winners.…

  • Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

    Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

    Zoom

    Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…

  • CV To Resume Workshop

    Zoom

    This webinar will help you target common terms used in industry, non-profit and government jobs; basic resume structure and tips on highlighting your PhD skillsets to position YOU as the preferred job candidate. This webinar is open to all PhD students and postdocs. To Register For more events, please visit gradcareers.cornell.edu. Accessibility Requests We strive…

  • Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

    Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

    Zoom

    Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…

  • Writing a Research Statement for a Primarily Undergraduate Institution

    Zoom

    Through an interactive online discussion, guest presenter Dr. Jeffrey Werner (Professor of Chemistry at SUNY Cortland) will help job-seekers interested in faculty positions at four-year colleges and universities (e.g., primarily undergraduate institutions, or PUIs) outline a research statement that highlights plans to mentor undergraduate students in research. Register to attend. Co-sponsored by the Office of Postdoctoral Studies and Future…

  • Writing a Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

    Zoom

    Come discuss how to approach writing the diversity statement sometimes requested as part of academic faculty or postdoctoral job applications. We will share examples and guidance from Cornell and other colleges and universities and prompt you to think about ways in which you do, or could, contribute to a university’s mission. Facilitators: Christine Holmes, Director…

  • Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

    Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

    Zoom

    Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…

  • The Application Process for an Academic Job

    Zoom

    To kick off the 2023-2024 Academic Job Search Series for Cornell graduate students and postdocs, come learn about the process of searching for a U.S. faculty job from start to finish: when to apply for faculty and other academic positions, what documents are required, and how long the process takes. Bring your questions for an…

  • Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

    Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

    Zoom

    Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…

  • Careers for PhDs: Consulting

    Zoom

    For a growing number of humanities (and other) PhDs, the field of consulting represents an opportunity to translate their love of and expertise in research into a rewarding career path. Established consultancies are eager to employ candidates with doctoral training in a wide range of capacities, while motivated and creative PhDs are often able to…

  • 2023 Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Competition

    Zoom

    Three Minute Thesis (3MT) is a competition for doctoral students to develop and showcase their research communication skills. The 2023 final round competition will be held on Thursday, March 30, 2023. Register to attend and vote for the people's choice award. 3MT challenges research degree students to present a compelling story on their dissertation or…

  • Sloan Inclusive Leadership Workshop: Inclusive Leadership Frameworks – Judy Rowe

    Zoom

    Facilitator: Judy Rowe While many leadership models exist to provide a framework for what truly effective leadership looks like, this module will identify a few that are indicative of successful, inclusive leadership – encompassing all the ways that we can be prepared to lead a multi-faceted, diverse team. We will take a look at these…

  • Information Session on the Cornell Three Minute Thesis (3MT)

    Zoom

    Learn about the Three-Minute Thesis competition: history, format, judging, prizes, and how Cornell offers the chance to participate. Organizers will field your questions about competing in an all-virtual competition in Spring 2023. Register online to attend an information session.

  • Explore Careers Outside of Academia

    Zoom

    In today's day and age, more and more postdocs and graduate students are open to the idea of careers beyond academia. Have you ever wondered how to start this transition and what are some things you need to think about before taking action? In this session, we will talk about how to start exploring career…

  • Sloan Inclusive Leadership Workshop: Inclusion and Belonging – Theoria Cason

    Zoom

    Facilitator: Theoria Cason   Identity is inextricably linked to power and privilege. Being aware of the power and privilege (or lack thereof) that comes with multiple identities is an important foundation for cultivating self-awareness as a leader. In this session you will learn about: the characteristics of oppression that are systemic within the academy and workplace culture,…

  • CV To Resume Workshop

    Zoom

    This webinar will help you target common terms used in industry, non-profit and government jobs; basic resume structure and tips on highlighting your PhD skillsets to position YOU as the preferred job candidate. This webinar is open to all PhD students and postdocs. To Register For more events, please visit gradcareers.cornell.edu. Accessibility Requests We strive…

  • Sloan Inclusive Leadership Workshop: What is Emotional Intelligence? – Marcus Brooks

    Zoom

    Emotional intelligence (often referred to as EQ) is defined as “a set of emotional and social skills that influence the way we perceive and express ourselves, develop and maintain social relationships, cope with challenges, and use emotional information in an effective and meaningful way” (Bar-On, 2006). Emotional intelligence as defined here and applied in the…

  • Interviewing and Negotiation for Academic Positions

    Zoom

    An important part of the academic job search is interviewing and then negotiating the offer. Come learn about the art of interviewing for faculty positions from your laptop or mobile device. The format will be interactive presentation followed by question and answer period. Presenters: Yael Levitte, Associate Vice Provost for Faculty Development and Diversity, and…

  • The Basics of Mental Health and Well-being

    Zoom

    Make sure that you develop your mental health support plan so that you can have the energy and reserves to support your academic success. The stressors of being a graduate student are real and understanding the research for how you can best support your mental health and well-being is key to your future success. In…

  • Job Search Discussion

    Job Search Discussion

    Zoom

    The Job Search Discussion is designed to get graduate students and postdoctoral scholars together to talk about concerns that job seekers share, and strategize about how to move forward. Each session will begin with a brief introduction that includes tips, perspectives, and thoughts from staff who support career exploration within and beyond academia. Participants will…

  • Creating Social Networks as a Graduate Student

    Zoom

    While it is important to create a new social network, knowing where to begin in a new community as a graduate student can be a challenge. During this one-hour session, we’ll review the value of social networks, provide resources, and have you create a plan to build your personal social network. Finally, you’ll hear from…

  • Understanding Doctoral Funding at Cornell: An Introduction to Fellowships and Assistantships

    Zoom

    At Cornell, almost all Ph.D. students receive funding that pays tuition and provides a living stipend through a combination of fellowships, assistantships, and external scholarships. This presentation will explain how stipends are paid, what your responsibilities are, and provides insight on how to be an active participant in your own funding plan. Presenter: Jason Kahabka, associate…

  • Getting the Mentoring You Need and Want

    Zoom

    A mentor is the most critical relationship for a graduate student. Mentoring begins with understanding what mentoring is and what you hope to get out of the relationship. Through interactive discussion and case studies, we will discuss how to establish a positive relationship and communicate effectively with your mentors. Presenters: Colleen McLinn, associate dean for professional…

  • Beyond the Professoriate: Lessons learned from 2022 and ways to plan for 2023

    Zoom

    Join the Beyond the Professoriate team as we examine what we’ve learned about the job market and job searching in 2022 — and how we can employ best practices for a successful 2023. After attending this webinar, you will be able to: Identify strategies and skills that helped job seekers on the market this year.…

  • Careers Beyond Academia Information Session

    Careers Beyond Academia Information Session

    Zoom

    Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us in a small group session to find out how we can help you! Get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small…

  • Job Search Discussion

    Job Search Discussion

    Zoom

    The Job Search Discussion is designed to get graduate students and postdoctoral scholars together to talk about concerns that job seekers share, and strategize about how to move forward. Each session will begin with a brief introduction that includes tips, perspectives, and thoughts from staff who support career exploration within and beyond academia. Participants will…

  • Building Allyship Series

    Zoom

    The Building Allyship Series is a collaboration of the Graduate and Professional Student Diversity Council and the Graduate School Office of Inclusion and Student Engagement (OISE). This series provides an opportunity for members of the Cornell community to gain insights into the depth and breadth of identities and experiences represented within our graduate community and engage in productive…

  • Careers Beyond Academia Information Session

    Careers Beyond Academia Information Session

    Zoom

    Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us in a small group session to find out how we can help you! Get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small…

  • Becoming a Resilient Scientist Discussion Series

    Becoming a Resilient Scientist Discussion Series

    Zoom

    Have you ever wanted to practice developing the confidence and resilience needed to navigate challenging situations as a graduate student and in life? This fall, the Cornell Graduate School (Office of Graduate Student Life and Future Faculty and Academic Careers) will facilitate small online discussion meetings on Friday afternoons about the contents of a series…

  • Careers for PhDs: UX Research

    Zoom

    Among the most rapidly growing and dynamic job sectors in which to apply your doctoral-level research background is the UX (User Experience) domain. PhDs in the humanities and humanistic social sciences bring a combination of analytic, problem-solving, and communication skills in high demand for UX positions across a huge range of fields and settings. A…

  • Interviewing and Negotiation for Academic Positions

    Zoom

    An important part of the academic job search is interviewing and then negotiating the offer. Come learn about the art of interviewing for faculty positions from your laptop or mobile device. The format will be interactive presentation followed by question and answer period. Presenters: Yael Levitte, Associate Vice Provost for Faculty Development and Diversity, and…

  • Becoming a Resilient Scientist Discussion Series

    Becoming a Resilient Scientist Discussion Series

    Zoom

    Have you ever wanted to practice developing the confidence and resilience needed to navigate challenging situations as a graduate student and in life? This fall, the Cornell Graduate School (Office of Graduate Student Life and Future Faculty and Academic Careers) will facilitate small online discussion meetings on Friday afternoons about the contents of a series…