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PRISM organizes a variety of career and professional development events for postdocs each year with the intention to bring the community together and have critical conversations about everything postdoc.

Upcoming Events

Postdoc Orientation

PRISM conducts a Postdoc Orientation every second Tuesday of the month at 12:00 PM. Orientations are held in hybrid format so you can choose to attend in person or remotely when you register. The orientation is a great opportunity to learn about the PRISM, learn about resources available to you on campus, and to build your network by meeting other postdocs at UK. 

Higher Ed Opportunities at BCTC

Pst! Listen!  Postdoc Success Talks is a professional development series designed to amplify the career readiness and personal growth of postdocs (and PhDs) at the University of Kentucky. Each session spotlights practical insights and diverse career pathways—from industry to entrepreneurship, science policy, and beyond. Whether you're exploring teaching opportunities, navigating professional etiquette, or learning about fellowships and consulting, Postdoc Success Talks is your invitation to listen, learn, and launch your next step.

Careers in Biotech

Pst! Listen!  Postdoc Success Talks is a professional development series designed to amplify the career readiness and personal growth of postdocs (and PhDs) at the University of Kentucky. Each session spotlights practical insights and diverse career pathways—from industry to entrepreneurship, science policy, and beyond. Whether you're exploring teaching opportunities, navigating professional etiquette, or learning about fellowships and consulting, Postdoc Success Talks is your invitation to listen, learn, and launch your next step.

Postdoc Orientation

PRISM conducts a Postdoc Orientation every second Tuesday of the month at 12:00 PM. Orientations are held in hybrid format so you can choose to attend in person or remotely when you register. The orientation is a great opportunity to learn about the PRISM, learn about resources available to you on campus, and to build your network by meeting other postdocs at UK. 

Entrepreneurship

Pst! Listen!   Postdoc Success Talks is a professional development series designed to amplify the career readiness and personal growth of postdocs (and PhDs) at the University of Kentucky. Each session spotlights practical insights and diverse career pathways—from industry to entrepreneurship, science policy, and beyond. Whether you're exploring teaching opportunities, navigating professional etiquette, or learning about fellowships and consulting, Postdoc Success Talks is your invitation to listen, learn, and launch your next step.

Postdoc Orientation

PRISM conducts a Postdoc Orientation every second Tuesday of the month at 12:00 PM. Orientations are held in hybrid format so you can choose to attend in person or remotely when you register. The orientation is a great opportunity to learn about the PRISM, learn about resources available to you on campus, and to build your network by meeting other postdocs at UK. 

Past Events

Postdoc Orientation

PRISM conducts a Postdoc Orientation every second Tuesday of the month at 12:00 PM. Orientations are held in hybrid format so you can choose to attend in person or remotely when you register. The orientation is a great opportunity to learn about the PRISM, learn about resources available to you on campus, and to build your network by meeting other postdocs at UK. 

Careers in Research Safety

Pst! Listen!  Postdoc Success Talks is a professional development series designed to amplify the career readiness and personal growth of postdocs (and PhDs) at the University of Kentucky. Each session spotlights practical insights and diverse career pathways—from industry to entrepreneurship, science policy, and beyond. Whether you're exploring teaching opportunities, navigating professional etiquette, or learning about fellowships and consulting, Postdoc Success Talks is your invitation to listen, learn, and launch your next step.

2025 Annual Research & Career Symposium

PRISM, in collaboration with the Society of Postdoctoral Scholars, hosts an Annual Research & Career Symposium to showcase the work of UK postdoctoral scholars and fellows, promote networking among the UK research community, and encourage discussions on career paths for postdocs and PhD students.