Doctoral School Ghent University

05/02/2026

🚀 THE WAIT IS OVER – registration is open!

Are you thinking about your next career step – or simply curious about what’s possible? The interuniversity Job Market for Young Researchers is here to inspire, inform and connect you with employers who truly value the expertise, creativity and problem-solving mindset of researchers.

Meet organisations from diverse sectors, explore career paths that match your strengths and discover opportunities you may not have considered before.

Preparation makes all the difference:
🚨 From 5 February to 19 March 2026, a rich online programme will help you get ready: Career Lunches and CV reviews will boost your confidence before the live event.
👉 Explore the (almost) full preparatory programme:
https://jobmarketforyoungresearchers.be/en/phd-postdoc/online-info-sessions

Join the live Job Market
📍 Flanders Expo Ghent
🗓 Thursday 26 March 2026, 13:00–19:00
👉 Register now for the live event:
https://jobmarketforyoungresearchers.be/en/phd-postdoc/register

Take the next step in your career journey- beyond academia or within it. We look forward to welcoming you!

05/01/2026

🚀 PhD Career Season 2026 starts here!

Join the online Career Lunch with Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders) on 5 February (12 - 1 pm), part of the preprogramme of the live interuniversity Job Market for Young Researchers (Flanders Expo Ghent, 26 March).

🔎 More than just a simple job: working with MSF
MSF is an international humanitarian organisation delivering medical assistance worldwide and seeking skilled professionals who want to apply their expertise with real-world impact.

🔎 Discover opportunities in:
✔️ Humanitarian projects (medical and non-medical roles)
✔️ Headquarters-based positions (early-career and specialist roles)
✔️ The Operational Research Unit in Luxembourg

Hear directly from MSF colleagues about what it’s like to work for MSF.
📅 5 February 2026 (12 - 1 pm) | 💻 Online
⏩ Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/v-3ocjwxQoGZimjzuB_Ukg

15/05/2025

Are you curious about a career in nuclear science or technology? 🔬⚛️

Don’t miss out on the Belgian-Dutch Summer School — a unique opportunity to:

✅ Dive into the world of nuclear innovation
✅ Visit Belgian and Dutch nuclear facilities
✅ Connect with experts and like-minded students
✅ Explore exciting career paths in a high-impact field

📍 Limited spots – this is your chance to get inspired, informed, and involved.

📆 Application deadline: June 3, 2025

👉 Find out more & apply here:

Introduction The nuclear landscape in Belgium and the Netherlands is evolving, creating a growing demand for competent professionals who can safely manage nuclear applications and drive research in optimization and innovation. To address this need, both countries are collaborating to establish joint...

03/04/2025

🚨 FINAL CALL 🚨

After a successful edition last year, the 5 Flemish universities are hosting the second edition of the Researchpreneurship Mindset Bootcamp in Ostend, designed to unlock the entrepreneurial potential of PhD candidates/postdocs.

👉 Register by 4 April (12 AM) on https://www.heirloomlabs.eu/researchpreneurmindset

💪This bootcamp will push PhD candidates/postdocs beyond their comfort zone, helping them gain clearer insights into their future careers. It’s also a great opportunity to network with like-minded researchpreneurs and leave with practical strategies for future career steps.

🗓️ 3 Modules:
• Module 1: Thursday, 8 May (to be confirmed), 6 - 7:30 PM (CET)
• Module 2: Friday, 16 May, 2 PM - Sunday, 18 May, 5 PM (CET) in Ostend
• Module 3: 30-min reflection call (online) – free to book in June

🔎 For more info & registration https://www.heirloomlabs.eu/researchpreneurmindset

❗Particpation is free of charge.

25/03/2025

🚀 She Came, She Saw, She Conquered! 🚀

Dr. Lingshan Ma found her current role as account manager Benelux at Thermo Fisher Scientific through the interuniversity Job Market for Young Researchers. 🎯

Her journey is proof that the right opportunity can change everything. Can your visit to the Job Market be just as rewarding? We certainly think so! 💪

Whether you're looking for your next big career move or simply exploring your options, the Job Market for Young Researchers (Flanders Expo Ghent, 27 March) is the place to connect, discover and take the next step. 💡

🔗 Not registered yet? No worries! You can still sign up here: https://jobmarketforyoungresearchers.be/en/phd-postdoc/register

Your next opportunity might be just one conversation away. Don’t miss out! 🚀

25/03/2025

🚀 She Came, She Saw, She Conquered! 🚀

Dr. Lingshan Ma found her current role as account manager Benelux at Thermo Fisher Scientific through the interuniversity Job Market for Young Researchers. 🎯

Her journey is proof that the right opportunity can change everything. Can your visit to the Job Market be just as rewarding? We certainly think so! 💪

Whether you're looking for your next big career move or you're simply exploring your options, the Job Market for Young Researchers (Flanders Expo Ghent, 27 March) is the place to connect, discover and take the next step. 💡

🔗 Not registered yet? No worries! You can still sign up here: https://jobmarketforyoungresearchers.be/en/phd-postdoc/register

Your next opportunity might be just one conversation away. Don’t miss out! 🚀

23/03/2025

🚗 Ride Together to the Job Market! 🚀

Why commute alone when you can carpool to the interuniversity Job Market for Young Researchers (Flanders Expo Ghent, 27 March)? Whether you’re offering or looking for a ride to Ghent, our Padlet makes it easy to connect with fellow participants.

Hop in and find your ride here: 🔗 https://padlet.com/Nicole_Wedell/Communiting_to_Ghent]

Save money, reduce your carbon footprint, and maybe even network before you arrive! 🌱💡

20/03/2025

🔍🧐 A researcher wouldn’t be a researcher without a well-thought-out plan!

dr Rita Bogorad has attended the interuniversity Job Market for Young Researchers for several years, each time setting clear, attainable goals and diligently following up on them. Her strategic approach has allowed her to lay a solid foundation for future opportunities.

🌟 Are you ready to find your future? Join us on 27 March at the interuniversity Job Market for Young Researchers at Flanders Expo Ghent. Participation is free, but registration is compulsory: https://jobmarketforyoungresearchers.be/en/phd-postdoc/register

💪 Don’t miss out on this chance to take the next step in your career!

06/03/2025

📣 Shout-out to all international researchers!

Thinking about building your career in Belgium? Don't miss the highly informative online Career Lunch of the Work & Stay in Flanders SUPPORT DESK on Tuesday 11 March (12 – 1 pm)

🌍 Get a comprehensive overview of your rights to work and live in Belgium.

✅ Single permit & orientation year – understand the key procedures for international job seekers.

📌 Beyond the paperwork – from taxes and social security to long-term residency, the SUPPORT DESK covers it all!

Register here to attend the online Career Lunch: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZckde-pqTwoHdTF1om9lGf3gouoYP2eGQRm

📅 Do also MARK your CALENDARS for 27 March (12 - 7 pm) & meet the SUPPORT DESK in person at the interuniversity Job Market for Young Researchers (Flanders Expo Ghent, Hall 1, booths 229, 230, 231)

👉 Don’t miss out—your career in Belgium starts here! 🚀

03/03/2025

🚀 Spice Up Your Lunch Break! 🍽️💼

This week’s menu features two HOT online Career Lunches! 🍕☕ Take a break, grab a bite, and get inspired:

4 March
🔥 Q8 – Translating transformation: strategy, change & the culture at Q8 today: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/T_lAiu6FQvOcXkasq7Nyzw

6 March
🖥️ CTRL-F – From handshakes to headlines: mastering the game of professional networking: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/aEVpuMGZSQ66l8Eh9L5PIQ

Don’t miss out— learn and level up your career, all from your lunch table! 🍽️💡

24/02/2025

🚀 Explore Career Opportunities in R&D at Johnson & Johnson! 🏥🔬

Discover on 27 February (12 – 1 pm) what makes Johnson & Johnson a remarkable place to work. Meet during this online Career Lunch 3 J&J scientists excited to share their R&D experiences! Els, Robert & Constantin will guide you through their work, answer your questions about their roles, backgrounds, the J&J company culture, and more.

Don’t miss it – 🔗 Save your spot now: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqfuGorjsiEtKIL3coHJ0ZiLzIwGp9lY8Z

17/02/2025

🚀 What’s cooking this week for PhDs & postdocs? 🍽️🎓

Hungry for career insights? Join our 2 online Career Lunches and get a taste of your future beyond academia! 🌟

🥪 Tuesday, 18 February (12 – 1 pm): BCG: A career beyond your PhD? Beyond is where we begin
🥗 Thursday, 20 February (12 – 1 pm): SECO Belgium: A Legacy of Innovation in Construction

🔗 https://jobmarketforyoungresearchers.be/en/phd-postdoc/online-info-sessions ~ for more info & registration links

🔥 Fuel up for your next career move and get ready for the LIVE Job Market for Young Researchers @ Flanders Expo Ghent on 27 March 2025! 🎯💼

🔗 https://jobmarketforyoungresearchers.be/en/phd-postdoc/register ~ register now