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PhD Candidate Gathering in Oslo

Forskerforbundet invites PhD candidates in the Oslo region to a seminar with Professor Silje Fekjær. Through presentations, reflections and dialogue, you will receive practical advice on how to succeed during your PhD journey, navigate challenges along the way, and prepare for your career after completing your doctorate.

  • Date:

    07. october 2026

  • Time:

    10:00 - 15:00

  • Location:

    Chateau Neuf,
    OSLO

  • Deadline:

    01. october 2026

  • Available places:

    100

The seminar also provides an opportunity to meet other PhD candidates, learn more about your rights, and gain insight into the support, services and opportunities available through Forskerforbundet.

Who can attend?

The seminar is open to all PhD candidates. Participation requires membership in Forskerforbundet. Membership is free for PhD candidates until the end of the year.

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09.30 - 10.00

Registration, Coffee and Light Refreshments

 

 

10.00 - 10.10

Welcome and Opening Remarks

 

By Hilde Gunn Slottemo, Vice President, Forskerforbundet

 

 

10.10 - 11.30

How to Succeed as a PhD Candidate

 

By Silje Fekjær, Professor

 

 

11.30 - 11.45

Break

 

 

11.45 - 12.30

Career Choices and Opportunities After Your PhD

 

By Silje Fekjær, Professor

 

 

12.30 – 13.15

Lunch

  

13.15 – 14:00

Employment rights and current issues affecting PhD candidates

 

By Jon Wikene Iddeng, Special Adviser, Forskerforbundet

 

 

14:00 - 14.15

Break

 

 

14:15 – 15:00

What can and should Forskerforbundet do for PhD Candidates?

 

By Hilde Gunn Slottemo, Vice President, Forskerforbundet 

Feedback and dialogue

 

Please note that changes may occur.