Interview Ready: Tools and Techniques for the Non-Academic Job Search

Kickstart the New Year with our Careers Beyond Academia Job Search Series! Whether you are ready to pivot or just contemplating making a change, this series will guide you through reinvention, crafting a standout resume, networking, mastering interview techniques, and negotiating salaries confidently. In this session, you'll learn: -The typical structure of an interview. -How to prepare for and respond to commonly asked questions using the STAR technique. -Questions that help you foster a two-way conversation and evaluate fit (ie, does this role and company align with my values?) -The importance of post-interview etiquette. Speaker: Dara Wilson-Grant is the Associate Director at the UNC-Chapel Hill Office of Postdoctoral Affairs and a Licensed Professional Counselor. With over fifteen years experience providing career management education and counseling, Dara's mission is to help individuals develop a framework for choosing a meaningful and rewarding career path, plus develop the skills necessary for a lifetime of career success.