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Launching Your Postdoc Position in Physics

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Overview

Discover strategies for securing an ideal postdoc position in physics through this informative 59-minute webinar. Learn about postdoc preparation, assembling a list of potential positions, types of postdocs available, and important deadlines. Gain insights on crafting an effective curriculum vitae, research statement, and publication list. Explore interview techniques, what to look for in a position, and other crucial issues. Benefit from expert tips on funding, maternity leave, transitioning to industry, postdoc duration, and handling a short publication list. Understand the importance of taking initiative and properly approaching referees. Join Edmund Bertschinger from MIT and Steve Rolston from the Joint Quantum Institute (JQI) as they share valuable advice for physics PhD graduates embarking on their postdoctoral journey.

Syllabus

Introduction
Welcome
Postdoc Preparation
Assembling a List
Types of Postdoc
Deadlines
Curriculum vitae
Research statement
Publication list
Interview
What to look for
Other issues
Tips
QA
Funding
Maternity leave
Going into industry
Postdoc duration
Short publication list
Take initiative
Ask a referee
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