By Industry & Profession
The sites listed below offer a range of career opportunities and information, plus perspectives of people with advanced degrees who either have or are in the process of making a transition to work outside of academia.
The Versatile PhD is a resource that is applicable to all industries offering information, rescources and support for engaging in an exploratory job search.
General
Indeed.com is a search engine allowing job seekers to find jobs posted on thousands of company career sites and job boards in the U.S. and abroad
Glassdoor is a free jobs and career community that offers the world an inside look at jobs and companies. View anonymous salaries, company reviews, interview questions, and more – all posted by employees, job seekers, and sometimes the companies themselves.
LinkedIn.com view their comprehensive job directory
PhDs.org career resources for scientists by field, sector and job
Discipline to Careers explore common careers in industry linked by major and discipline
BioTech & Pharma
BIOCOM provides biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device companies, along with hospitals, health care and service companies to the industry the opportunity to post scientific and non-scientific employment opportunities. Also provides comprehensive career development information and advice
BIOCOM Workforce a valuable resource allowing students to search the most thorough database of Life Science occupations available on the web by title, degree, experience, department and/or keywords. A great resource if you are wondering what type of jobs you qualify for within industry
Sciencecareers.org the Journal Science sites include the world's best destination for information on science jobs, funding, credentialing, networking, and overall career-building in but most importantly beyond academia
American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) an international non-profit organization dedicated to advancing science around the world
Nature.com Naturejobs is the worldwide career resource for scientists, providing a wide range of career opportunities, advice and information
The Scientist.com Careers provides job postings, articles, industry and career development information
San Diego Networking & Professional Association:
- ACS San Diego
- Association for Women in Science (AWIS), San Diego
- Women in Science & Engineering (GradWISE), UCSD
- Oxbridge Biotech Roundtable San Diego
- Biocom
- Biotoasters
- French BIO Beach
- Laboratory Robotics Interest Group
- MIT Enterprise Forum San Diego
- MySDscience
- SABPA
- San Diego Bioinformatics Forum
- San Diego Licensing Executives Society
- San Diego Venture Group
- SD Biotech Discussion Group
- Southern California Biomedical Council
- SD Biotech Network
View a listing of 400+ San Diego Biotech companies
Related Articles:
- From Science PhD to Investment Banking courtesy UC Berkeley
Consulting
Management Consulted a leading resource on all things consulting, with a focus on recruiting, networking, and launching a successful consulting career
Consulting Case 101 search for many of San Diego's top consulting firms
Association of Management Consulting Firms (AMCF) an international database of management consulting firms
Learn more and join UCSD's APD Consulting club
Recruiting at UC San Deigo:
- McKinsey & Company: Advance Professional Degree (APD) Recruiting
- FICO A leading technology consulting firm in San Diego
- Boston Consulting Group a 3-day summer consulting workshop for advanced degree candidates
- Booz Allen a leading strategy and technology consulting firm
Related Articles
- Management Consulting PhD.org
- Scientists as Management Consultants I journal Science
- Why More and More PhDs are Turning to Consulting The Chronicle of Higher Education
Related Books
- Top 50 Consulting Firms
- A Career Guide to Consulting
- Technology Consulting Firms
- Guide to the Case Interview
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Finance
PhD.org(Finance-quantitative)
E-finance Careers search job listings and read industry news in accounting, banking, and finance. Includes a valuable "A Day In The Life" which profiles professional in investment management and banking
Financial Job Network for those looking for international jobs in business and finance site. Includes a resume bank
QuantFinanceJobs.com lists job openings worldwide in quantitative finance, financial engineering, and risk management
Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP)
Related Articles
- From Science Ph.D. to Investment Banking from the journal Science
Government
USAJobs portal for federal job openings in the US government
The Washington DC job source opportunities and resources by agency
Federal Job Search federal job openings by state, city, and occupation
Jobs at State and Local Government Agencies in California
Congressional Quarterly's Hill Jobs CQ keeps you posted with up-to-the-minute job listings and information on who's coming, who's going, and who's getting ahead
Select internships, fellowships and service programs
- StudentJobs.gov is the one-stop portal for students within the Federal Government (graduate student opportunities including internships)
- Presidential Management Intern Program (PMF)
- AAAS Science & Technology Fellowships provide the opportunity for accomplished scientists and engineers to participate in and contribute to the federal policymaking process while learning firsthand about the intersection of science and policy - Dec deadline.
- Haas Center for Public Services The FISP database is an online searchable database containing fellowships, internships and established service programs
- NASA Space Technology Research Fellowship - Dec deadline.
Related Articles
- A Guide to KSA Writing
- Postdoc Fellowships in Government from the journal Science
- Careers in Science Policy from the journal Science
Higher Education
American Educational Research Association lists openings in education research, administration, and practice
Chronicle of Higher Education comprehensive information about administrative jobs in academia
Education Week Especially useful to administrators, curriculum designers, and consultants in education and not-for-profit organizations
HigherEdJobs.com has one of the largest job databases focused exclusively on college and university positions
Non-Academic Careers for Scientists at Universities search jobs from the Journal Science
Visit the Academic Job Search section of this website for additional opportunities and resources for careers in academia
International
Going Global, is the leading provider of both country-specific and USA city-specific career and employment information. Access through your UC San Diego Port Triton account
OverseasJobs.com features overseas jobs and international employment opportunities for professionals, expatriates and adventure seekers!
PhDjobs.com search jobs for PhDs in the U.K. and surrounding areas
NewChinaCareers.com view companies and agencies currently hiring in China
Overseas positions are competitive and often require several years of work in the firm's US location before being sent abroad. Visit the US Chamber of Commerce to search for American chambers abroad
Museums
American Association of Museums view every type of museum is represented including art, history, science, military and maritime, and youth museums, as well as aquariums, zoos, botanical gardens, arboretums, historic sites, and science and technology centers
Museum Employment Resources Online search job postings from the American Association of Museums.
Global Museum view and apply for museum career opportunities in the U.S. and abroad.
The Museum Employment Resource Center lists jobs and other information related to the museum, heritage management, and cultural resource communities.
The MUSEUM-L e-mail list provides an E-list with thousands of museum professional subscribers; includes job announcements and advice for graduate students
Emerging Museum Professionals allows for effective communication, collaboration, and networking among museum professionals
Related Articles
- Careers for Humanities Ph.D.'s in Museums Chronicle of Higher Education
- Careers for Ph.D.s in Museum Chronicle of Higher Education
Non-Profit
Idealist.org is a top site that lists job, internship, and volunteer opportunities worldwide.
Idealist Nonprofit Career Guides and its collection of podcasted advice for those interested in nonprofit careers
Opportunity Knocks is the national online job site focused exclusively on the nonprofit community
Change.org search by keyword, job category, job type, work experience, and cause.
PhD.org (non-profit jobs)
Related Articles:
Exploring Non-profit organizations Journal Science
Patent Law
American Intellectual Property Law Association What is IP Law? Plus much more...The AIPLA is global leader in intellectual property through a commitment to education, outreach, member service, and advocacy
United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) is the Federal agency for granting U.S. patents and registering trademarks. View career information and jobs as a patent agent, examiner, or corporate positions in intellectual property (IP)
Martindale.com search engine for lawyers and law firms
Jobs Law 360 search intellectual property (IP) and patent jobs
Recruiting at UC San Diego:
Morrison & Foerster (MoFo) a global firm with over 1000 lawyers in key technology and financial centers in the U.S., Europe and Asia.
Related Articles:
- Patent Agent as a Career (multiple articles from the journal Science Careers)
- Career Opportunities (FAQ) answers commonly asked questions about careers in intellectual property law
Publishing & Media
Book Jobs aids in publishing industry recruiting of the best and the brightest college graduates around the country-graduates from all ethnic and social backgrounds and all areas of study
Communication Arts Network is the leading trade journal for visual communications, and provides job posting, company and information by industry
Editor & Publisher is the authoritative journal covering all aspects of the North American newspaper industry, including business, newsroom, advertising, circulation, marketing, technology, online and syndicates
Investigative Reporters & Editors Job Center provides job opportunities for journalists
J-Jobs is an UC Berkeley site that lists job openings across the US in journalism, media, and broadcasting and includes links to other career-related information
JournalismJobs.com provides job listings, a resume bank, and resources on writing careers
Magazine Publishers of America provides Job and internship opportunities in magazine publishing. Includes a resume bank and info on publishing careers
Research Institutes
Regional Educational Laboratories Network this network is comprised of 10 laboratories providing access to research and best practices at the state, local and regional level. The laboratories conduct applied research and deliver training and technical assistance to schools, communities and states
WestEd is a regional laboratory, based in San Francisco, features positions in educational evaluation, administration, research and technical assistance
National Laboratories & Technology Centers The US Department of Energy's laboratories and technology centers house world-class facilities where more than 30,000 scientists and engineers perform cutting-edge research. Visit the laboratory website to search for full time positions and postdoctoral fellowships
Technology
PhD.org (Engineering)
ComputerWork.com provides job listings and a resume bank
Jobs for Programmers view job listings and a resume bank specifically for computer programmers
LinkedIn.com search through thousands of diverse jobs by field or position
Think Tanks & Non-Government Agencies (NGOs)
Centers for Research & Policy Development a comprehensive list of "think tanks" and non-government organizations provided by Harvard's Kennedy School of Gov't
Global Think Tank Watch (GTT Watch) is a database and gateway to the world of policy research and analysis disseminated by selected think tanks worldwide
National Institute for Research Advancement World Directory of Think Tanks The National Institute for Research Advancement's database of public policy institutes around the world
The Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation Health Policy Fellowships This database summarizes and links to fellowships and internships in health policy and related fields
Policy Experts (Heritage Foundation) an inside guide to public policy experts and organizations
Rand Corporation a nonprofit institution that helps improve policy and decision-making through research and analysis
State PIRGs provides job and internship listings in state public interest research groups
Related Articles:
Careers in Science Policy from the journal Science
Writing & Editing
American Medical Writers Association members have the option of listing themselves in the Association's directory of freelance writers
Editor & Publisher Classified Ads includes job listings in the newspaper, media, and publishing industries
National Association of Science Writers provides advice on pursuing a career as a science writer
Council of Science Editors contains job listings and career information
Society for Technical Communication this site includes job postings, society info, and an annual salary survey
Society of Environmental Journalist (SEJ) association of professional journalists dedicated to more and better coverage of environment-related issues. Contains links to Internet sites listing job openings in journalism
The Write Jobs search job listings for journalists, freelance writers, and technical writers
Related Articles:
- Writing about science rather than doing it from Nature.com
- Starting a Career in Science Writing from AAAS's and the Journal Science