
The Art of Asking: Navigating Salary Negotiations with Ease
Dara Wilson-Grant, LCMHC, Director of Postdoctoral Career and Professional Development, UNC-Chapel Hill Office of Postdoctoral Affairs
In this session, you’ll learn:
- The importance of preparation and research in determining a fair salary range
- Insights into overcoming common fears and pitfalls
- Practical tools to advocate for yourself and secure the compensation you deserve

Speaker: Dara Wilson-Grant is the Director of Postdoctoral Career and Professional Development at the UNC-Chapel Hill Office of Postdoctoral Affairs and a Licensed Professional Counselor. With over fifteen years experience providing career management education and counseling, Dara’s mission is to help individuals develop a framework for choosing a meaningful and rewarding career path, plus develop the skills necessary for a lifetime of career success.
This workshop is part of the Careers Beyond Academia Job Search Series, sponsored by The Graduate School and the Office of Postdoctoral Services.
Careers Beyond Academia, Communication, Professional Development, Professionalism and Scholarly Integrity