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The Scientific Symposium on Careers Beyond Academia and Transferable Skills for PhDs, held at Hotel International Tirana and accessible online, offers a full day of engaging sessions designed to empower researchers in exploring career opportunities outside traditional academic paths. The event begins with opening remarks from Mirela Muca, General Director of NASRI and partner in the POLICY ANSWERS project.
The morning sessions include a presentation by Isser Peer on entrepreneurship as a viable career path for PhDs, emphasising opportunities beyond academia. After a coffee break, Darja Aksjonova provides insights into EURAXESS’s support for young researchers, including funding options like Horizon Europe and Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA).
Lucia Salto concludes the morning with an exploration of industry roles, entrepreneurship, and policy careers for PhDs, highlighting transferable skills gained through doctoral training.
The afternoon sessions delve deeper into specific aspects of career development and funding opportunities. Marta Avesani shares her perspective as a PhD candidate on MSCA programmes, followed by Eltjana Shkreli’s presentation on how MSCA funding supports career transitions for PhDs.
After another coffee break, Robert Dumi and Imirjon Peza discuss Horizon Europe’s impact on employability and research careers. The symposium concludes with an open discussion and Q&A session where participants can share experiences, ask questions, and explore ways to improve support systems for transitioning into non-academic careers. Closing remarks summarise the day’s key takeaways and provide information on resources and upcoming events aimed at fostering career development for PhDs.
Please find more details in the agenda attached.
The event can be accessed online via streaming on zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85461671744?pwd=sIaPAWnNgq7a6jmQP3uWcbsxOLJf4B.1
