Future Faculty Boot Camp (April 27 & 28) - Registration Open

Are you considering a career in academia? Future Faculty Boot Camp (FFBC) is designed to help you understand the academic job market and develop the skills you need to succeed. Hosted bi-annually by the Office of the Vice Provost for Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Scholars, FFBC brings together campus leaders and experts to guide participants through key aspects of academic career preparation. This free event takes place across two-days featuring 10 unique information sessions, focused on preparing students and scholars for the academic career search. 

Future Faculty Boot Camp Schedule *(lunch provided both days)

Monday, April 27

• Career Paths in Academia
• The Application Process for Academic Jobs
• AI Tools in the Job Search
• Research Statements
• Teaching Statements, Philosophies, & Mentoring Statements

Tuesday, April 28

• Interviews: In Person and Online
• Job Talk: The Long and the Short of It
• Negotiation and the Start Up Package
• Setting Yourself Up for Postdoctoral Trainee Success
• Visa Status and the Academic Job Market

Whether you are actively prepping for the academic job market or exploring whether a faculty career is right for you, FFBC offers valuable insights, practical guidance, and opportunities to learn directly from experts across Purdue. We encourage you to register early to take advantage of this amazing professional development opportunity. 

Free Registration: https://gspd.gosignmeup.com/public/Course/browse?courseid=7192&AllowDirectLoad=1