Job opportunities with Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA)

DEFRA have asked us to advertise opportunities for Higher Executive Officers in the role of HSO Expert and External Advice. Role holders will develop a strong understanding of the key work programmes of the Central Science Division and departmental science teams and how these support Defra priorities. They will develop and manage projects to support … Continue reading Job opportunities with Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA)

Part-time internship opportunity with Careers and Placements – help us review careers support for postgraduate researchers

The Careers and Placements team will be carrying out a research project this summer in order to understand more about how postgraduate researchers (PGRs) approach career planning, their views on the careers and employability provision at York, and whether the pandemic and changing labour market has had an impact on their career decision making. The … Continue reading Part-time internship opportunity with Careers and Placements – help us review careers support for postgraduate researchers

Part-time Summer internships

Careers and Placements are advertising a number of summer internships open to students at all levels of study. These are brought to you by York Internships and are all paid and project based. Some are also part-time and offer hybrid working options so could suit a PGR seeking to gain additional experience alongside their PhD. … Continue reading Part-time Summer internships

Working in Research careers event, Wed 3rd May, 18.00-20.00, Exhibition Centre

Considering a Career in Research? Not sure what your options are beyond academic research ? This event aims to give you an insight into a range of research-based career opportunities in different sectors. You’ll hear from our panel of researchers, chaired by Professor Kate Arnold, and have the opportunity to ask questions during the Q&A … Continue reading Working in Research careers event, Wed 3rd May, 18.00-20.00, Exhibition Centre

Asia Careers Insights Series – 7th-9th March

Employer talks for those interested in working in China and SE Asia Sign up to the Asia Careers Insight Series sessions to discover career opportunities and better understand the recruitment market across Asia. A series of short webinars will give an insight into labour market sectors and career opportunities. Hear from recruiting employers to help you find … Continue reading Asia Careers Insights Series – 7th-9th March

Careers In… events, Wed 22nd Feb, 6-8pm.

Policy, Government and Public Affairs Digital Heritage, Museums Policy and Management Healthcare Management , Research and Consultancy These 3 careers events take place as parallel sessions on 22nd Feb from 18:00-20:00 in the Exhibition Centre. The first half of each event will be a panel question and answer session, the second half will be the … Continue reading Careers In… events, Wed 22nd Feb, 6-8pm.

Analyst/Medical Writing job vacancies

Costello Medical have asked us to share information about their Analyst/Medical Writer roles which are suitable for life science postgraduate researchers and postdocs. They have start dates throughout the year, and offer the roles in London, Cambridge, Manchester and Bristol. You can find the advertisements on their website, together with detailed role descriptions and application … Continue reading Analyst/Medical Writing job vacancies

Careers In…events 22 Feb 2023

Three careers events on one evening, each focusing on a different area of work. This annual event will take place on campus on 22nd Feb from 18:00-20:00 and is your chance to get an insight into specific areas of work and meet the speakers afterwards. This year’s events will focus on: Each event will feature … Continue reading Careers In…events 22 Feb 2023

Making the most of your PhD, online event, 26 January

Although your PhD work is your priority, getting involved with activities beyond your own research can be beneficial for your employability, professional development and your mental health and wellbeing. This online event on 26th January, 13.00-14.30, will highlight a range of activities and opportunities that will help you to expand your experience and transferable skills, … Continue reading Making the most of your PhD, online event, 26 January

Facilitator opportunities – deadline 11 Jan

Careers and Placements are recruiting a small team of postgraduates to help facilitate a range of Community Projects.  These are part time paid roles (£14.06 per hour), starting in Spring term week 3 (23rd Jan) and running until week 4 of Summer term (12th May). Community Projects are delivered by small teams of student volunteers, and … Continue reading Facilitator opportunities – deadline 11 Jan