The Canada Excellence Research Chair in Light-Matter Interactions (CERC-LM) is pleased to share the first RQMP Career Forum, organized by the Regroupement québécois sur les matériaux de pointe (RQMP). The event will bring together students, researchers, academics, employers, and industry representatives to discuss career opportunities and professional development in the field of advanced materials.
📅 Date: November 18, 2026
📍 Location: Longueuil Campus, Université de Sherbrooke
- A keynote presentation by Caroline Boudoux, Professor of Engineering Physics at Polytechnique Montréal and author of Ça va sans dire: Guide génial pour un doctorat de génie.
- Panel discussions on recruitment challenges faced by employers and employment challenges encountered by recent graduates.
- Workshops focused on job-search preparation, including CV and cover letter development, transferable skills, networking strategies, and interview preparation.
- A speed networking and professional networking session connecting participants with potential employers and collaborators.
Designed for students and early-career researchers, the forum offers a unique opportunity to gain insights into career pathways beyond academia, develop professional skills, and build connections within Québec’s advanced materials ecosystem.
✅ Registration is free and open until November 6, 2026.
For registration and additional information, please consult the event organizers through the RQMP Career Forum registration form.