Invitation to Job and Career Opportunities

Dear VIB Postdocs,

The VIB Postdoc Committee cordially invites you to an informative event dedicated to exploring job and career opportunities beyond your postdoctoral research positions. This event will provide you with valuable insights into various career paths, professional development resources, and networking opportunities.

Date: 30/01/2024 Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM Location: Physical (Ghent), Hybrid (Other centers)

Event Schedule

9:30 AM – 9:45 AM: Welcome and Introduction

9:45 AM – 10:15 AM: Session 1: Navigating the Postdoc-to-Industry Transition

Speaker: Erwin Sablon, Head of Business Development, Expert scientist Diagnostics & Biomarkers, Discovery Sciences, VIB Innovation & Business

10:15 AM – 10:45 AM: Coffee Break & Informal Discussions

10:45 AM – 11:15 AM: Session 2: Career Development Opportunities at VIB

Speaker: Joke Baute, Training Manager, VIB

11:15 AM – 12:30 PM: Session 3: Case Studies in Successfully Transitioning from Academia to Industry

11:15 AM - 11:45 AM Ethan Kuo, PhD, CAPM | Business Development Manager, VIB Innovation & Business | VIB

11:45 AM - 12:15 PM Wai Long Tam, Head of Tech Watch Core

This event is primarily intended for VIB postdoctoral researchers who are interested in exploring career opportunities beyond their current positions. However, all VIB researchers, including PhD students, are welcome to attend.

Why Attend?

Gain insights into various career paths beyond academia
Learn about industry opportunities relevant to your expertise
Network with experienced professionals in the field
Enhance your professional development skills

Registration

Please register for the event using the link sent by mail.

We encourage you to attend this event to gain valuable insights into your career options and network with experts in the field.