The virtual BIG10 Academia Postdoc Hiring Fair connects PhD and Postdoc professionals with academies across the nation (and potentially internationally) who are hiring Postdoctoral: Trainees,  Fellows, Research Associates or Scholars, Teaching Fellows, and/or Visiting Postdoctoral positions. If you want to work in academia as a Postdoc, then this is the career fair for you! DATA FROM THE 2024 BIG10 ACADEMIA CAREER FAIR:

• Over 1,800 graduate students and postdocs from 18+ BIG10 Institutions
• Almost 700 Curriculum Vitae (C.V.s) shared with recruiting academies
• 42 Academies recruiting

Which academies have attended previous fairs and were hiring for postdoc positions?

• Stanford University - Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (Postdoctoral Scholars)
• Cal Poly (Postdoc Researchers)
• Johns Hopkins University (Postdoctoral Trainee positions)
• Missouri University of Science & Technology (Postdocs)
• Moffitt Cancer Center - Research (Post-Doctoral Fellow, Postdoctoral Fellow Computational Omics, Postdoctoral Fellow in Cancer Biology)
• Rutgers University - Medical School (Postdoctoral Trainees)
• St. Jude Postdoctoral Recruitment (Postdoctoral Trainees)
• The Wistar Institute (Post-Doctoral Fellow)
• University of Michigan Medical School (Postdoctoral Fellow)
• University of Notre Dame (Postdoctoral Trainees)
• University of Virginia (Postdoctoral Trainees)

Register on Handshake at https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/career_fairs/57750. All graduate students and postdoctoral scholars at the UO have free access to Handshake.

All PhD students and Postdocs looking for a first or next postdoctoral position are welcome to attend this virtual career fair. We highly encourage all early program PhDs and early postdoc trainees/scholars/researchers to explore future careers and build your professional network within Higher Education by attending group sessions. Those of you within 18 months of completing your program should consider this a MUST attend career fair and explore current postdoc positions via individual 1:1 sessions. If you know you want a postdoctoral position (or 2nd position), then we highly recommend you submit a C.V. no matter where you are in your current program, as some organizations will track your progress over the next several years. You can submit your C.V. by utilizing the link provided in the "You are registered" email that Handshake sends once you are registered for this career fair or via promotional emails from your home institution. Submission of a C.V. is not required to participate in this career fair, but is highly encouraged. 

The virtual BIG10 Academia Faculty Hiring Fair connects PhD and Postdoc professionals with academies across the nation (and potentially internationally) who are hiring tenure and non-tenure track faculty positions. If you want to work in academia in a faculty role, then this is the career fair for you!  We highly encourage all early program PhDs and early postdoc trainees/scholars/researchers to explore future careers and build your professional network within Higher Education. Those of you within 18 months of completing your program should consider this a MUST attend career fair and explore current faculty positions.

Which academies attended the 2024 BIG10 Fair (& the jobs they were hiring for in parentheses)?

• The Ohio State University (Asst. Professors: Tenure, Professional, or Research Track; Lecturers)
• Cal Poly (Tenure-Track, Full-Time Lecturer, Part-Time Lecturer)
• Florida Atlantic University (Assistant Professor, Assistant Teaching Professor)
• Harvey Mudd College (Professor of Manufacturing)
• Johns Hopkins University (Non-Tenure Track Research positions, Non-Tenure Track Professional positions)
• Missouri University of Science & Technology (Tenure-Track, non-Tenure-Track)
• Northeastern University (Tenure-Track Faculty positions, Non-Tenure Track Research positions, Non-Tenure Track Teaching positions, Non-Tenure Track Professional positions)
• Texas State University (Tenure Track Faculty)
• University of Alabama (Assistant Professor / Associate Professor / Professor)
• University of Kentucky (Tenure-Track Faculty positions)
• University of Notre Dame (Tenure-Track Faculty positions, Non-Tenure Track Research positions, Non-Tenure Track Teaching positions, Non-Tenure Track Professional positions, Non-Tenure Track Clinical positions)
• University of Oregon (Assistant/Associate/Full Professors and Career Faculty)
• University of Virginia (Tenure-Track Faculty positions, Non-Tenure Track Research positions, Non-Tenure Track Teaching positions, Non-Tenure Track Clinical positions)

Register on Handshake at https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/career_fairs/59231. All postdoctoral scholars at the UO have free access to Handshake.

If you know you want faculty position, then we highly recommend you submit a C.V. no matter where you are in your current program, as some organizations will track your progress over the next several years. You can submit your C.V. by utilizing the link provided in the "You are registered" email that Handshake sends once you are registered for The BIG10 Academia Faculty Hiring Fair or via promotional emails from your home institution. Submission of a C.V. is not required to participate in this career fair, but is highly encouraged. DEADLINE for C.V. submissions is Monday, September 29th at 9:00 AM PST.

Calling all graduate students and postdocs!

Are you interested in exploring or finding a position in industry?

The BIG10 Graduate Student & Postdoc Industry Recruitment Event (GSPIRE) is the perfect opportunity for individuals with advanced degrees to connect with various industries and organizations. This career fair is exclusive to BIG10 graduate students (MS/PhD) and postdocs like you. We invite you to join us and connect with top employers and organizations seeking bright minds like yours.

All individuals, from first-year graduate students to MS/PhD/Postdocs and alumni, are welcome to participate in the BIG10 GSPIRE. Whether you are considering a career in academia or industry, this event will provide valuable networking opportunities and the chance to explore and secure professional employment in industry. Companies participating in this event will exclusively offer internships and professional positions for Postdocs, PhDs, and Master's level students/staff. The list of attending companies may expand closer to the event date, so it's important to check back frequently for updates.

Register now at https://app.joinhandshake.com/stu/career_fairs/56830. All graduate students and postdoctoral scholars at the UO have free access to Handshake.

Benefits of Attending:

1.     Explore your career options in industry and government.

2.     Chat with industry recruiters and build your network throughout your program.

3.     Find an internship or full-time career!

Graduating Soon? 

Individuals who are due to graduate at the end of Fall term 2025 through Fall term 2026 are strongly encouraged to submit a resume (not a C.V.) using the provided link in the registration confirmation email. It's possible to submit a resume even if you are unable to attend the career fairs, as all industry partners will receive all resumes submitted. NOTE: You are not required to submit a resume to participate in this career fair. If you do submit your resume, it is NOT equal to registering for the event—don’t forget to register on Handshake! The deadline for resume submissions for the BIG10 GSPIRE is Monday, October 13th at 9:00 PM PST. It is advised to submit resumes early to account for any potential technical difficulties. Adding a resume on Handshake is also recommended, as it is a useful platform for job searching and applications at your level.