2026 Doctoral Career Pathways Conference
It's that time of the year again! The 9th Annual Doctoral Career Pathways Conference will increase your knowledge, curiosity, and excitement about how to get from here, wherever you are in your doctoral training, to your career beyond Maryland. This event brings together alumni, current doctoral students, and postdocs to: learn about the wide variety of career paths available to those with doctoral degrees; gain knowledge about the work alumni do and the skills necessary for success in their chosen career path and industry; allow alumni to speak about opportunities at their organization; create an opportunity for networking and advice sharing among all attendees.
Pre-Conference Events
Looking to expand your career knowledge beyond the conference day? Join us for two virtual career panels!
1:00pm - 2:15pm
Details coming soon.
3:30pm - 4:45pm
Details coming soon.
Event Schedule
Friday, April 17 | Stamp Student Union
9:30am - 10:00am: Check-In and Breakfast
10:00am - 10:30am: Opening Remarks by Dr. Blessing Enekwe, Program Director, Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, and Dr. Stephen Roth, Associate Provost and Dean, The Graduate School.
10:30am - 11:45am: Two Concurrent Panel Discussions
Details coming soon.
Details coming soon.
11:45am - 12:30pm: Professional Development Activities
- Stand out with a professional photo (Jimenez): Update your online profiles and applications with a high-quality headshot. Activity led by Ilya Albert, Marketing & Communications Coordinator, University Career Center & the President's Promise.
- Optimize your resume for success: Get expert feedback to ensure your resume highlights your unique value.
- One-on-one Alumni Chats: Schedule a 10 minute coffee chat with alumni.
12:30pm - 1:30pm: Lunch & Networking with Alumni
1:30pm - 2:45pm: Two Concurrent Panel Discussions
Details coming soon.
Details coming soon.
2:45pm - 3:30pm: Ice Cream Social & Closing Remarks
Questions?
Please contact conference chair Dr. Blessing Enekwe (blessing@umd.edu), Program Director of Postdoctoral Affairs for more information.