OPA Program

Dr. John Boothroyd, Professor of Microbiology & Immunology

This lecture examines the key requirements for a successful faculty job search, with detailed information about: finding faculty openings, application package contents, CV preparation, writing the research and teaching interest statements, considerations for each stage of the interview process, professional follow-up communications, what to include in the resources request and tips on negotiating salary and benefits.

**PLEASE ARRIVE ON TIME out of respect for the speaker.**

The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) is hosting a Winter treats get together for postdocs and postdoc admins working on campus!

Sign up and stop by for a Kara's mini cupcake (gluten free and vegan options available) and other sweet treats on us!

Winter treats will be provided until supplies run out -- we recommend stopping by on the earlier side if you can!

Tuesday, May 23 - Thursday, May 25, 9:00am – 11:30am

Presenters: Kelley M. Skeff, MD, PhD and Georgette A. Stratos, PhD, Center Co-Directors, Stanford Faculty Development Center for Medical Teachers Stanford University School of Medicine

Tuesday, February 28 - Thursday, March 2, 9:00am – 11:30am

Presenters: Kelley M. Skeff, MD, PhD and Georgette A. Stratos, PhD, Center Co-Directors, Stanford Faculty Development Center for Medical Teachers Stanford University School of Medicine

Thursday, February 2 - Friday, February 3,  9:00am - 12:00pm, via Zoom

Attendance is required for all 6 hours of this highly interactive zoom workshop (3 hours/day for 2 consecutive days)

The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) is hosting a coffee cart plus Trish's Mini Donuts for postdocs working on campus!

Sign up and stop by for some coffee and mini donuts on us!

During this event, the Office of Sponsored Research (OSR) and the Grant Writing Academy (GWA) will also be available to talk to you about events and resources currently available to Stanford postdocs -- so stop by to learn more!

Your postdoc training is more than just research! Apply design thinking to the wicked problem of a comprehensive postdoctoral training plan and make a bold plan that amplifies your interests and values as you transition to your career of choice. The work we do together will support new perspectives, identify mentoring needs, and ensure that your individual development plan is thoughtful and balanced.

Note: there is approximately an hour of required prework for this session. You will receive details for the prework upon registration.

The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) is hosting a coffee cart plus Trish's Mini Donuts for postdocs working on campus!

Come kick off 2023 with some coffee and mini donuts on us!

During this event, Stanford Recreation and Wellness and the SURPAS Sports Committee will also be available to talk to you about events and resources currently available to Stanford postdocs -- so stop by to learn more!

Your postdoc training is more than just research! Apply design thinking to the wicked problem of a comprehensive postdoctoral training plan and make a bold plan that amplifies your interests and values as you transition to your career of choice. The work we do together will support new perspectives, identify mentoring needs, and ensure that your individual development plan is thoughtful and balanced.

Note: there is approximately an hour of required prework for this session. You will receive details for the prework upon registration.

Required Readings:

Greenall, R. F., & Bailey, E. G. (2022). An Instructor’s Guide to Including Traditional Ecological Knowledge in the Undergraduate Biology Classroom. CBE—Life Sciences Education,21(4). DOI: 10.1187/cbe.21-12-0340 -- LINK

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