Career Zone Activities
The Career Zone is your go-to hub for expert advice, networking, and career guidance. Whether you're exploring opportunities in academia, industry, or beyond, we have something for everyone. Drop by the Career Zone Theatre for insightful panel sessions or attend one of our CV clinics to refine your resume with help from top recruiters. You can even have a professional headshot taken for your CV and social media profiles. Careers activities are supported by Akrivia Health.
Navigating the Job Market: Insights from Recruiters
Realistic insights into neuroscience jobs, with perspectives from biotech, academia, and pharma.
Mon 28 April, 13:30 - 14:00*
Mastering Job Interviews: Essential Skills for Success
Learn how to excel in job interviews with practical advice to boost your confidence and performance.
Tue 29 April, 13:30 - 14:00*
CV Clinic
Get one-on-one feedback from recruiters, industry experts, and academics to help fine-tune your CV.
Mon 28 April & Tue 29 April, 14:45 – 16:00
Dementia Researcher LIVE Podcast Recording: Raising your Profile
Join Adam Smith from Dementia Researcher in the Career Zone to be part of the live Podcast recording and learn tips on how to raise your profile for the job market.
Wed 30 April, 13:30 - 14:00
Dementia Researcher - Headshot drop in sessions
Come and have your headshot professionally taken to aid with your career journey.
Mon, Tues and Wed in the Career Zone - see below for times
Career zone timetable
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Monday 28th April 2025 |
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Times |
Activity |
Location |
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11.15 -11.50 |
Dementia Researcher headshots drop-in session |
Dementia Research zone |
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12:50 - 15:20 |
Dementia Researcher headshots drop-in session |
Dementia Research zone |
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13:30 - 14:00 |
Navigating the Job Market: Insights from Recruiters* |
Career Zone Theatre |
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14.00 -14.45 |
Flash posters |
Career Zone Theatre |
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14.45 - 16.00 |
CV Clinic* |
Career Zone open space |
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Tuesday 29th April 2025 |
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Times |
Activity |
Location |
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11.15 -11.50 |
Dementia Researcher headshots drop-in session |
Dementia Research zone |
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12.50 - 15.20 |
Dementia Researcher headshots drop-in session |
Dementia Research zone |
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13:30 - 14:00 |
Mastering Job Interviews: Essential Skills for Success* |
Career Zone Theatre |
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14.00 -14.45 |
Flash posters |
Career Zone Theatre |
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14.45 - 16.00 |
CV Clinic* |
Career Zone open space |
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Wednesday 30th April 2025 |
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Times |
Activity |
Location |
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11.15 -11.50 |
Dementia Researcher headshots drop-in session |
Dementia Research Zone |
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12.00 - 12.45 |
Flash posters |
Career Zone Theatre |
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13:30 - 14:00 |
Dementia Researcher LIVE Podcast Recording: Raising your Profile* |
Career Zone Theatre |
* Sessions will be bookable on the Swapcard app from Friday 4th April