The Versatile PhD mission is to help graduate students, ABDs and PhDs identify, prepare for and excel in professional careers. We currently serve many of the leading North American research universities, including their PhD students, post-docs and alumni, by providing unique and instructive content, networks, job analytics and readiness tools.
The value of a PhD in terms of transferable skills, domain knowledge, professional acumen, persistence and raw intelligence is recognized far beyond academia. In fact, there are increasingly more PhDs making an impact across industry, government, research, multilateral organizations and start-up ventures than those on the tenure track. Recognizing these critical contributions, we are committed to assisting and supporting PhDs as they transition from academia to their career of choice. Let us help you get there.
options 4 success course
Engaging career discovery and readiness modules
power search & networks
Networking tool that finds post-ac PhDs
forums & webinars
Archived and ongoing advice and support from the PhD community
phd career finder
Overview of non-academic careers by discipline, informed by resumes, cover letters and narratives
vphd smart jobs
High volume PhD appropriate job postings, new trends and frequent analysis
versatile career planner
Individualized milestones for careers and degrees.
An increasing number of PhDs are working outside of academia and will continue to do so. Are your students and post-docs being given the support they need in a competitive marketplace?
Real-time intelligence from the US and global job market that provides PhDs and post-docs with the opportunity to expand their career options, think confidently about their future, and take concrete steps to achieve their goals.
Working with hiring enterprises to understand their hiring needs and expectations, while being an energetic advocate for our PhD community and its vast array of skills and talent.
Encouraging PhD entrepreneurs by providing insights on the less visible areas of the employment market, including start-ups, social entrepreneurship, and smaller enterprises at the forefront of innovation.