I will move to the US for a post-doc in the fall, and my host university told me they will issue a J-1 visa for me. By default, this kind of visa comes with a "home residence" requirement, which says I have to spend two years in my home country after the visa has expired, before I can apply for another stay in the US. I'm excited to go, but as a scientist in a niche field I'm a bit concerned about locking myself out of the US in the future. Many of the best places for me to seek further employment are in the US and very few are in my home country. Are exceptions ever made and, if so, what does it take?
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posted by springload
on May 7, 2013 -
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Just got a PhD, don't have a new position lined up, meeting a prof, no obvious goal for conversation, have questions.
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posted by zeek321
on Apr 22, 2013 -
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Do any of you have experience with postdoc recruitment at academic conferences (Specifically, BSGT/ESGCT)?
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posted by metaBugs
on Oct 6, 2011 -
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How do I, as a scientist, get a career popularizing and communicating science? Should I specialize and become an expert within my field, or should I keep my focus general?
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posted by wondercow
on Aug 15, 2011 -
22 answers
I suspect that my PhD thesis advisor may be writing me poor letters of reference for postdoctoral positions. What can I do to get some sort, any sort, of job?
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 4, 2011 -
18 answers
Tell me about your favourite interview attire...and brand...and bags..
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posted by xm
on May 4, 2011 -
24 answers
I'm interested in potentially pursuing a postdoc and have no idea how the process works! I'm completing my PhD in the social sciences in Canada and wondering how one goes about getting these positions and if I can secure my own funding, can I go anywhere?
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posted by DorothySmith
on Apr 25, 2011 -
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How does a biotech postdoc simultaneously explore academic and industry job opportunities?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 31, 2011 -
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I was offered a post-doc position in Orlando, Florida today (yay!). As the fantasy of employment after a PhD becomes a (potential) reality, I'm overwhelmed with figuring out what I would need to do and the associated expenses will be required for me take this position.
Those who have tread before me, please help steer me in the right directions.
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posted by gavia
on May 6, 2010 -
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What should be included in a "one-page research plan" for a postdoc application (in the humanities)? What should the format be? I can find a lot of advice and samples for the sciences, but not for a humanities position. Advice and links would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!
posted by Original 1928 Flavor
on Oct 28, 2009 -
1 answer
I've been interviewing for bioinformatics postdoctoral positions in the U.S. and will soon be discussing the details of taking a position. Do you have suggestions over things I should discuss with my prospective mentor or research on my own before agreeing to the job?
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posted by grouse
on Apr 9, 2008 -
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I will finish my PhD in a few months, and now is the season for postdoc applications. Thing is, I am not sure if I want to stay and academia. Should I apply for postdocs anyways and keep my options open? If not, any Ph.D.s out there (especially physicists) who have any advice on making the transition away academia?
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posted by TheyCallItPeace
on Nov 18, 2007 -
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I have just finished my PhD (Biochemistry) and will shortly be having a job interview for my first postdoctoral position. What can I expect in the interview? Any advice?
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posted by TheOtherGuy
on Jun 24, 2007 -
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What are the pros and cons, professionally and personally, for an American taking an academic postdoc in Europe?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 12, 2007 -
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PhD advice! I am starting a PhD program in Communications this fall. I'd like some general advice from those who have survived. I'm looking for ideas on wise steps to take as far as department politics, TAing, getting published, attending conferences, funding, trying to survive on no money, being in a relationship with a non-student, etc.
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posted by k8t
on Jul 31, 2006 -
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