We are excited to invite you to the IRENE Virtual Career Day 2025 — a unique opportunity for PhDs and early postdocs from all IRENE consortia to explore career paths, gain valuable insights, and connect with peers and professionals!

We have designed a full-day program to empower you at every stage of your career journey:

Session 1: Kick-off Workshop “Intentional Careers” with Dr. Hannah Roberts: Start your day with strategies for building a purposeful and fulfilling career.
Session 2: “Meeting Expectations – What it takes to get the job”: Hear directly from Project Leaders about what they look for when hiring for academic positions.
Session 3: “Meeting Expectations – What it takes to get the money”: Fellow scientists share their experiences and tips on securing various types of research funding.
Session 4: “Beyond the lab – Introducing diverse career opportunities”: Meet alumni and former peers who will share their journeys and current roles outside academia.