Info session 'Exploring Career Opportunities for PhDs and postdocs at the United Nations'
- For whom
- Alumni , Employees , Private individuals , Students
- When
- 24-02-2026 from 12:00 to 13:00
- Language
- English
- Organizer
- Doctoral School
- Contact
- katrien.degelder@ugent.be
- Website
- https://jobmarketforyoungresearchers.be/en/phd-postdoc/online-info-sessions
Curious about how your skills can help solve global challenges? In this session job opportunities for PhDs and postdocs at the UN will be looked at.
Join the online Career Lunch for PhDs and postdocs with the UN, as part of the preprogramme of the live interuniversity Job Market for Young Researchers (Flanders Expo Ghent, 26 March).
Are you a PhD candidate or postdoc curious about how your skills can help solve global challenges? This session will provide an in-depth look at the career opportunities available for young professionals at the United Nations. Through testimonials from current and former UN staff, you’ll gain insights into their journeys and the impact they’ve made. We will also highlight key UN programmes specifically designed for young people, and share tips on how to navigate the application process.
Whether you’re passionate about global health, climate change, education or international diplomacy, this session will inspire you to consider how a career with the UN can align with your academic expertise and aspirations.