Helping trainees build the skills and confidence to work more independently is an important part of a research mentoring relationship. In addition to providing guidance and advice, helping mentees grow as independent researchers requires an accurate assessment of their current abilities and level of understanding.
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!
Monday, August 4, 12:00pm-1:20pm, On Campus
Thursday, July 17, 9:00am-10:20am, On Campus
Work with other postdocs preparing for the faculty job market to receive and give structured feedback on a draft of your Teaching Statement – the goal is to get you to the next draft. You will be provided with guidance on asking for and giving feedback and a review rubric, and the presenter will be available to answer questions. Bring 3-4 hard copies of your statement for review.
Tuesday, July 8, 12:00pm-1:20pm, On Campus
An estimated half of U.S. faculty job applications require a statement of teaching philosophy. In this interactive workshop, you will learn the basics of the teaching statement genre, reflect on your own teaching philosophy, and practice evaluating the statements of successful job seekers. No matter how much or how little teaching experience you have, register today and take the guesswork out of the teaching statement.
Tuesday, July 22, 12:00pm-1:20pm, On Campus
Work with other postdocs preparing for the faculty job market to receive and give structured feedback on a draft of your Cover Letter – the goal is to get you to the next draft. You will be provided with guidance on asking for and giving feedback and a review rubric, and the presenter will be available to answer questions. We will also discuss strategies for tailoring your draft. Bring 3-4 hard copies of your cover letter for review.
Monday, July 7, 12:00pm-1:20pm, On Campus
Work with other postdocs preparing for the faculty job market to receive and give structured feedback on a draft of your Research Statement – the goal is to get you to an advanced draft. You will be provided with guidance on asking for and giving feedback and a review rubric, and the presenter will be available to answer questions. Bring 3-4 hard copies of your statement for review. You may participate in either or both of the Research Statement Peer Review sessions.
Wednesday, July 2, 12:00pm-1:20pm, On Campus
Wednesday, June 25, 12:00pm-1:20pm, On Campus