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"UiB Ferd supports early stage researchers in their career development"

UiB Ferd Career Centre supports doctoral candidates, postdoctoral fellows, researchers and associate professors. We offer a range of services designed to help you develop your career within or beyond the university. UiB Ferd is an integral part of UiB’s HR Excellence in Research strategy.

 

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Career development for PhD candidates

As a PhD candidate, it is important to be aware of your career development and build a plan for what comes after your PhD. This page provides information on the tools, resources and training available at UiB to help you plan your next step.

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Book a career conversation

During a career conversation, we reflect on opportunities and limitations related to work and development. You decide what is important to you and the choices you want to make, but together we explore career paths and aspirations. Welcome to career guidance!

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A Career Beyond Academia

A non-academic career is a common and viable path for researchers. Approximately 50% of PhD holders transition into roles within industry; encompassing the private, public, and civil sectors where their research skills are highly valued.

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"UiB Ferd supports early stage researchers in their career development"

UiB Ferd Career Centre supports doctoral candidates, postdoctoral fellows, researchers and associate professors. We offer a range of services designed to help you develop your career within or beyond the university.