Strategic Transitions: Navigating the Post-PhD Job Landscape
May 21, 2026
Are you wondering what lies beyond the lab bench?
While the traditional "Academia vs. Industry" debate dominates most doctoral discussions, the reality for Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) graduates is far more expansive! Your specialized technical skills, from atomic-scale characterization to macro-level systems design, are in high demand across sectors you might not have considered.
Join us for an insightful session designed specifically for mid-to-late PhD students and Postdocs who are ready to chart their own course. We’re moving beyond the standard career paths to explore high-impact roles in government, startups, and specialized professional services.
Why Attend?
- Diverse Perspectives: Hear from a panel of experts who transitioned into unique roles as R&D Scientists, Patent Attorneys, and Scientific Illustrators.
- Skill Translation: Learn how to "decode" your academic CV into a powerful value proposition for non-traditional employers.
- A Strategic Roadmap: Gain actionable advice on navigating the transition from deep research to impactful careers in policy, law, entrepreneurship, and creative communication.
Whether you want to protect intellectual property, visualize the future of science, or drive innovation in a fast-paced startup, this webinar will provide the compass you need to navigate the evolving professional landscape.
Coupling Shape and Material Complexity via Additive Manufacturing
Jun 17, 2026
Details for this event will be announced shortly. This webinar is presented in conjunction with the June 2026 issue of MRS Bulletin.
Mathematical Solutions to Materials Problems
Jul 15, 2026
Details for this event will be announced shortly. This webinar is presented in conjunction with the July 2026 issue of MRS Bulletin.
Materials Research at the U.S. DOE National Laboratories
Jul 23, 2026
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) National Laboratories are the engine rooms of American scientific discovery, housing world-class facilities and the brightest minds in materials science. Following the high-impact session at the 2025 MRS Fall Meeting in Boston, this webinar brings together key experts from the original panel for a live, interactive discussion on the future of the field. All registrants will receive a complimentary recording of the original 2-hour session from the 2025 MRS Fall Meeting.
Bring your questions directly to the scientists working on the front lines of global energy and security challenges. This event is designed for students, early-career researchers, and established professionals who want to understand the unique research ecosystem of the Labs, explore career pathways, and learn how to collaborate with these powerhouse institutions.
Deciphering disorder: Towards structure-dynamics relations in metallic glasses
Aug 5, 2026
Details for this event will be announced shortly. This webinar is presented in conjunction with the August 2026 issue of MRS Bulletin.
The First Year in Academia for Early-Career Faculty: Mentorship and Key Priorities
Aug 6, 2026
Details for this event will be announced shortly.
Achieving Professional Excellence: Strategies for Early-Career Professionals
Aug 13, 2026
Details for this event will be announced shortly.
Freedom to Operate: Issues Faced by Early-Stage Companies
Aug 18, 2026
Details for this event will be announced shortly.
This is the second session in a two-part webinar series presented by Wolf Greenfield.
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Translating Materials Research into Startups & Deep-Tech Ventures
Aug 20, 2026
Details for this event will be announced shortly.