Career related events
A strong network is essential for a sustainable career. A good network provides support, inspiration, and direction. It helps you make well-considered choices, increase your visibility, and recognize opportunities.
Postdoc Day 2026 | 9 June 2026
The fourth edition of the UAntwerp Postdoc Day took place on 9 June 2026 at Hof van Liere on the Stadscampus. For the first time, the event was organised as a full-day programme. Organised by RIVA and the HR Department, it brought together postdocs and final-year PhD researchers for a day of learning, professional development, career exploration and networking.
Morning (09:00 – 12:00): Participants attended in-depth workshops on career self-insight, managing perfectionism and grant writing.
Networking lunch (12:00 – 13:00): During lunch, postdocs connected with fellow researchers and expanded their professional networks.
Afternoon (13:00 – 16:00): Plenary sessions and short pitches on postdoc initiatives were followed by break-out sessions on life after postdocs, valorising research and science communication. The programme also featured a debate on postdocs as future leaders and concluded with a quiz.
You can find the programme and presentations of the Postdoc Day on the Postdoc website.
Broaden your horizon
We are part of the PhD Talent Coordination Team, a collaboration between the Flemish universities that connects researchers and employers. The team supports companies and other organizations in reaching PhD talent and fosters knowledge exchange within the PhD Talent Network.
Thanks to this interaction, the range of activities and initiatives remains aligned with the needs of both researchers and employers. On the PhD Talent event page, you can find an up-to-date overview of networking and career events that help you strengthen your skills, explore your professional opportunities, and build meaningful connections with researchers and organizations.
Discover opportunities via JobTeaser
The PhD Talent Pool channel on JobTeaser connects PhD holders with employers looking for PhD talent. Through this platform, you can discover job offers, internships, and events that match your profile.
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