Career prospects

After your studies

About fifty percent of our students start their career with a PhD position. At Radboud University we offer about ten PhD positions in Physical Chemistry every year. Most students continue their careers as researchers, policy advisors, consultants or managers in companies and governmental organisations. Graduates have found jobs at MIT, UC Berkeley, ASML, AkzoNobel, DSM, Shell, and Unilever.

Whatever job you aspire, you can certainly make use of the fact that you have learned to:

  • Solve complex problems in a structured way
  • Understand the professional jargon of different disciplines and work in a multidisciplinary environment
  • Use mathematical computer tools
  • Perform measurements with complex research equipment

Doing a PhD at Radboud University

If you would like to have a career in science, it is possible to apply for a PhD position at Radboud University. Of course, you can also apply at any other university worldwide. Many of our students have already successfully secured a PhD position.

Put your studies to work!

To prepare you for finding a job, Radboud University offers various forms of job market orientation, so that you can prepare for your future during your studies. Career Service Science assists students and young alumni with their journey into the job market. You can contact them for help with job orientation, application tips, and information about internships and vacancies. Furthermore, students organise the BBB Career Event each year, the ideal place for students and employers to meet.

Keep developing, even after your Master's

Do you want to stay up to date in your field of study even after your Master's? At Radboud University, we offer advanced education for professionals. Here, you connect the challenges of your future work practice and social issues with scientific insights and practical skills. This way, you strengthen your knowledge, stay ahead in your career, and are always prepared for the next step.