Tuesday, June 25, 2:00pm-4:00pm, MSOB Courtyard
The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) is hosting Rocko’s Ice Cream Tacos for all postdocs!
Sign up and stop by for a carefully crafted, custom-made ice cream taco!
Ice cream tacos will be provided until supplies run out -- we recommend stopping by on the earlier side if you can!
Conflict is an inevitable part of working with others. Understanding how to manage conflict productively is an important skill to develop as a mentor. In this session, you will identify and learn about your personal conflict management style and reflect on how it affects your professional relationships.
You will also practice managing conflict and explore how your actions during a conflict may impact your mentees. This session will help you develop the skills and confidence to effectively navigate and adapt to a variety of challenging situations you may encounter as a mentor.
Each of us has a unique way of communicating with others. Understanding your natural communication style and how to best adapt it to effectively communicate with others is an important part of building and maintaining strong mentoring relationships.
Join staff from OPA and CareerEd for lunch and a look into the academic job market. We’ll discuss what different institutions look for and do some deep thinking about where you are now, where you would like to be in the future, and what steps to take to get there. This 90-minute session will help you consider your options and assess your readiness for the job market. Lunch provided.
For postdocs planning to apply for faculty jobs in 2024 and/or 2025.
The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) is hosting a coffee cart, plus Golden Gate Mini Donuts for postdocs working on campus!
Sign up and stop by for some coffee and mini donuts on us!
During this event, the Stanford Libraries, Lane Medical Library, and Stanford Research Computing 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.
Monday, May 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm, LKSC
Mentoring compacts are shared agreements between mentors and mentees to outline expectations and commitments to each other. Compacts are critical tools to establish new mentoring relationships.
Monday, May 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm, LKSC
How can you demonstrate to your mentee that you value their thoughts and concerns? Understanding your mentee's perspective and needs is crucial for effective mentoring. Active listening plays a vital role in this aspect as developing this skill can help strengthen your mentoring relationship.
During this session, we’ll identify effective strategies for improving communication, including how to give and receive feedback and engage in active listening.
Wednesday , May 29, 2:00pm-4:00pm, MSOB Courtyard
The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) is hosting The Pop Nation gourmet popsicles for all postdocs!
Sign up and stop by for a hand crafted, gourmet ice pop, made with real fresh fruit!
All flavors are 100% vegan and gluten free!
Popsicles will be provided until supplies run out -- we recommend stopping by on the earlier side if you can!
Wednesday, May 1, 2:00pm-4:00pm, MSOB Courtyard
The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) is hosting a Spring 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!
Spring treats will be provided until supplies run out -- we recommend stopping by on the earlier side if you can!