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PhD/Postdoc Panel + Research Opportunities Expo

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Academic Career and Professional Development Graduate Hybrid Event Student Organization Event Tempe Campus Undergraduate

Wed, Apr 8, 2026

5:30 PM – 7:30 PM MST (GMT-7)

BYENG 210, Brickyard, Tempe Campus

699 S Mill Ave , Tempe 85281, United States

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Unlock your future in advanced research. This combined panel and mini-expo is designed to position students for success in PhD and postdoctoral opportunities at ASU and beyond.

Featured Guests

Prof. Hua Wei: Professor and Researcher in AI & Systems
Prof. Bharatesh Chakravarthi: NLP & Data Science Expert
PhD Students from Prof. Hua Wei’s Lab (Longchao Da)
PhD Students from Prof. Bharatesh Chakravarthi’s Lab

Event Highlights
This session bridges the gap between student ambition and academic reality.

The Panel: Prof. Hua Wei and Prof. Bharatesh Chakravarthi will share insights into what faculty look for when recruiting PhD students and postdocs, followed by a moderated discussion with current PhD researchers across diverse domains.

The Expo: Immediately following the panel, explore research tables hosted by labs and programs. Connect directly with representatives to discover open positions, reading groups, and summer research opportunities.

Key Takeaways

Strategic Application: Learn how to craft a compelling statement of purpose, select the right programs and advisors, and clearly communicate your research interests.
Insider Knowledge: Understand funding models (RA/TA/Fellowships), expectations for PhD and postdoc productivity, and application timelines.
Networking: Discover labs actively seeking collaborators and learn how to effectively follow up after the event.

Date: Wednesday, April 08 2026
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM​
Location: BYENG 210, Tempe campus​
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Food Provided (Gluten free options also available)

Where

BYENG 210, Brickyard, Tempe Campus

699 S Mill Ave , Tempe 85281, United States

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