UIC Job Searching Resources
- UIC Office of Career ServicesBe informed of upcoming career events, explore advising tools, and search job postings.
- UIC Postdoctoral AssociationThe UIC Postdoctoral Association (PDA) serves to provide postdocs and affiliates with networking opportunities and relevant news and information.
Networking Opportunities & Advice
- National Postdoctoral AssociationStay aware of postdoctoral opportunities with this organization.
- PhD Careers outside AcademiaLinkedIn group to discuss and find non-academic positions. LinkedIn account required.
- The Versatile PhDGroup to help graduate students prepare for careers outside of academia. UIC subscribes to this service; UIC students can login with their netIDs under "Existing Member Log In."
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Science-Specific Careers
- ACSB Career Development ResourcesA comprehensive resource for locating grant-writing assistance, advice for scientific writing, and finding jobs in specific fields.
- American Chemical Society CareersContinuing education, professional development, and career information for chemistry professionals.
- FASEB Career CenterHosted by the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology. Create job alerts, search listings, and post a resume.
- Journal of Young Investigators Career CenterJob listings and career advice for undergraduate students in STEM fields.
- naturejobs.comJob posting site specific to science careers. Maintained by Nature journal.
- NewScientist JobsObtain career advice, post a searchable resume, and search available jobs. Hosted by NewScientist journal.
- Science CareersHosted by Science magazine, this site offers news, job postings, and advice for those seeking a science-related job in academia and elsewhere.