Finding the right opportunity after a PhD often requires searching beyond traditional academic channels. The job boards below feature a mix of academic, industry, nonprofit, and government roles where advanced degrees are valued. Whether you’re exploring alternative academic (Alt-Ac) careers or transitioning fully into industry, these resources can help you identify positions that align with your expertise and career goals.
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PhD Job Boards & Listings
- Alt-Ac Jobs – A job board curating U.S.-based alternative academic jobs for individuals with advanced degrees.
- Chronicle of Higher Education Job Board – Features over 30,000 live job openings across higher education institutions.
- Idealist Job Board – Focused on nonprofit roles, social impact jobs, and volunteer opportunities.
- LinkedIn Jobs – A broad job board; PhDs may find better matches by searching titles like Scientist, Analyst, Strategist, Specialist, Consultant, Advisor, or Program Manager.
- New Scientist Jobs – Curates U.S.-based science and alternative academic roles for candidates with advanced degrees.
- PhD Jobs – Specializes in job opportunities tailored specifically to PhD-level candidates across disciplines.
- PhD Project Job Board – Features job postings aimed at PhD holders, with an emphasis on academic and industry pathways.
- Science Careers – A STEM-focused job board hosted by Science magazine.
- USA Jobs Board – The official federal job board, including specialized hiring paths for veterans, students, and individuals with disabilities.
These job boards are a strong starting point for identifying opportunities that value advanced research, analytical thinking, and subject-matter expertise. Consider checking multiple boards regularly, as many PhD-relevant positions are posted in different places.