Required Readings:
Owens, D.C., Sadler, T.D., Barlow, A.T., & Smith-Walters C. (2017). Student Motivation from and Resistance to Active Learning Rooted in Essential Science Practices. Research in Science Education,50(1); pp. 253–277. DOI: 10.1007/s11165-017-9688-1 -- LINK
Recommended Readings:
Tuesday, April 26, 12:00pm-1:30pm PT/ 3:00pm-4:30pm ET, via Zoom
Presented by: Dr. Jennifer M. Heemstra, Professor, Chemistry, Emory University
In this interactive workshop, Dr. Heemstra will present on the topics of fear of failure and growth mindset, as they relate to laboratory research and undergraduate education. These topics are relevant to the success of postdoctoral scholars both as researchers themselves and as current and future teachers and mentors to students.
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.
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.**
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.
**PLEASE ARRIVE ON TIME out of respect for the speaker.**