Tuesday, February 27, 2:00pm-4:00pm, MSOB Courtyard
The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) is hosting a Winter treats get together for all postdocs!
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, February 13, 1:00pm-2:00pm, LK130
Would you like to improve your mentoring? Are you interested in joining a community of postdocs who share your interest in mentoring?
Register for the new Postdoc Mentoring Certificate! Attend this session to learn more about the certificate program, ask questions, and meet our Postdoc Mentoring Coaches.
The Postdoc Mentoring Certificate is open to postdocs from all disciplines. Lunch will be provided.
Tuesday, February 13, 9:00am-11:00am, LKSC Herb Garden
The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) is hosting a coffee cart, plus Trish’s Mini Donuts for all postdocs!
Sign up and stop by for some coffee and mini donuts on us!
Jessica Notini, Instructor, Stanford Law School
This 3-hour lecture will examine critical negotiation theory involving how to move from an adversarial, “fixed pie” orientation to a more collaborative and creative orientation. We will discuss how to probe beneath surface positions, demands and strategies to discover the underlying needs and motivators of the people involved in a challenging conversation. We will also analyze how to analyze potential negotiated agreements in terms of other alternatives.
Dr. John Boothroyd, Professor of Microbiology & Immunology
This lecture will examine the mechanisms of writing and assembling a grant. We will examine writing strategies and requirements for the research plan, the heart of the grant. Other topics will include the grant "surrounds" --budget and its justification, research environment, biosketches, etc.
Dr. Jody Puglisi, Professor of Structural Biology
Starting up your first lab can be an overwhelming project. This lecture focuses on equipment, space and other resources included in startup packages, setting up your laboratory, recruitment, preparing for your first grant submission and budgeting.
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.
Wednesdays, January 31, February 7 & 14, 10:00am-11:00am, In-person
Attendance is required at ALL 3 sessions
Vocal Yoga is a 3-part voice workshop designed to help you get your voice in shape for public speaking. Learn about breath, relaxation, and focus; practice simple exercises to build confidence and turn stress into clear, powerful speech.
Vocal Yoga consists of three sessions:
Postdoc Writing Accountability Groups - New Pilot Program!
Are you currently writing and struggling to make progress? Would you benefit from the support of an accountability group?
OPA is piloting a new program to support postdocs in achieving their writing goals through small writing accountability groups and training to drive progress in their writing. These writing accountability groups will support each other through a 6-week writing sprint.
