UMN PDA tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2010-02-07:/pda/pda//11817 2013-05-14T20:52:29Z The University of Minnesota Postdoctoral Association Movable Type Enterprise 4.31-en Career Options and Transitions in the Life Science Industry tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2013:/pda/pda//11817.395575 2013-05-14T20:45:58Z 2013-05-14T20:52:29Z Please register here In this constantly changing world with its multitude and variety of opportunities and risks, individuals need to think carefully about their career choices. For those who are pursuing or have completed advanced degrees in science and want... pda Please register here

In this constantly changing world with its multitude and variety of opportunities and risks, individuals need to think carefully about their career choices. For those who are pursuing or have completed advanced degrees in science and want to explore more than the academic options there are a wide variety of careers possible outside academia. By default scientific training in an institute of higher education trains one only to enter academia. This workshop is designed to help participants begin to think about what other career options might work best for them and what steps they need to take to experiment with and pursue those options.

During the workshop you will hear from people who have made that transition and also be given some specific ways to generate your own options as well as a personally focused methodology for beginning to explore them. After the workshop we will move to a nearby watering hole for those who are interested in more informal conversation.

Speakers:

Amy Moore PhD. is a scientist, educator, and consultant. She utilizes her 15 years of experience as a biomedical scientist and clinical educator to bring perspective to a broad range of projects and clients within life sciences. In addition to being principal of Moore BioBusiness, Amy is currently Visiting Assistant Professor of Biology at Carleton College.

Barbara Nelsen PhD. is the founder of Nelsen Biomedical, a consulting practice providing technology commercialization and business growth strategies to life science companies. Clients range from start-ups to well-established life sciences companies, venture capital firms and research institutions. Barbara has held roles ranging from partner in a new venture initiative, to business development for a pharmaceutical company, and director of cancer therapeutics at a small biotech.

Paula Norbom is the founder of Talencio, a specialized staffing firm. The company provides a broad span of functional expertise, from science and engineering to quality assurance, regulatory consulting and executive-level strategic support. Since starting the company in 2008, Paula has built a roster of more than 3,000 professionals who serve clients throughout the country.

Sally Power is a Professor Emeritus of the College of Business, University of St Thomas. She is a specialist in career transitions who has worked with over 1,000 working adults to refine their career directions for greater success. She is the author of The Mid-Career Success Guide (Praeger, 2006).

]]> A Night of Bowling with the PDA! tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2013:/pda/pda//11817.395573 2013-05-14T20:43:40Z 2013-05-14T20:56:16Z Summer is here and so is time to have some fun with family and friends. We have organized an exciting BOWLING event for you and your family this June. We will take care of food (pizza/pop) and even the bowling... pda Summer is here and so is time to have some fun with family and friends. We have organized an exciting BOWLING event for you and your family this June. We will take care of food (pizza/pop) and even the bowling lanes (shoe renting not included - 2 USD only).

The event will take place on Friday, June 7th, 4-7 pm, Goldy's Gameroom (basement of Coffmann Union)

Please RSVP to pda@umn.edu for this event by June 1.

]]> AAASLocal: Minneapolis-Saint Paul tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2013:/pda/pda//11817.391737 2013-04-10T19:03:52Z 2013-04-10T19:05:22Z Our special guest speakers for this event are AAAS member Julie Bartley, a professor of geology at Gustavus Adolphus College, and AAAS member Stephen Hecht, a cancer researcher at the University of Minnesota's Masonic Cancer Center. Bartley studies the early... pda Our special guest speakers for this event are AAAS member Julie Bartley, a professor of geology at Gustavus Adolphus College, and AAAS member Stephen Hecht, a cancer researcher at the University of Minnesota's Masonic Cancer Center. Bartley studies the early record of life on Earth, about 1-2 billion years ago when microbes (mainly bacteria and algae) dominated the seas. Hecht is looking to understand the mechanisms by which carcinogens are metabolically activated and detoxified in humans. They will open the evening event, giving short lectures on the latest research in their fields.

Following the lectures, we will be holding a cocktail reception, giving you the opportunity to network with the speakers and other attendees.

We hope that you can join us for this free event. With your participation we hope to continue to bring future scientific events to your community.

Space is limited, so please RSVP for AAASLocal:
Minneapolis-Saint Paul, today!

]]> Enriching Your Mentoring Relationships tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2013:/pda/pda//11817.391736 2013-04-10T19:01:51Z 2013-04-10T19:03:15Z A How-To Workshop for Mentees and Mentors Joanne Kamens, PhD Addgene, Executive Director Thursday, May 2nd 12:30 -1:30 PM 450 MCRB Lunch served at Noon following the Networking workshop RSVP to pda@umn.edu We all hear the buzzword of "mentoring" in... pda A How-To Workshop for Mentees and Mentors

Joanne Kamens, PhD
Addgene, Executive Director

Thursday, May 2nd 12:30 -1:30 PM
450 MCRB

Lunch served at Noon following the Networking workshop

RSVP to pda@umn.edu

We all hear the buzzword of "mentoring" in relation to
career success but most of us don't know how to look for a
strong mentor or how to use once effectively once we have
found one.
This presentation will provide practical advice about
finding, utilizing and being a mentor.

]]> Not Networking 101--Building Relationships for Success tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2013:/pda/pda//11817.391735 2013-04-10T18:59:11Z 2013-04-10T19:06:35Z Joanne Kamens, PhD Addgene, Executive Director Thursday, May 2 11:00 am - Noon 450 MCRB Lunch served at Noon, followed by Mentoring Workshop RSVP to pda@umn.edu Networking has gotten a really bad name--I take your card, you take my card... pda Joanne Kamens, PhD
Addgene, Executive Director

Thursday, May 2 11:00 am - Noon
450 MCRB

Lunch served at Noon, followed by Mentoring Workshop

RSVP to pda@umn.edu

Networking has gotten a really bad name--I take your
card, you take my card and then we don't call each other.
This workshop is designed to reintroduce you to how
strong professional relationships can be necessary for most
people to succeed in their careers.
It will provide practical tools for meeting people and for
nurturing new and established connections.

]]> Broad Impacts: How scientists can get involved in policy tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2013:/pda/pda//11817.389632 2013-03-25T19:36:40Z 2013-03-25T19:38:02Z On Tuesday, March 26th at 4:30pm in 6-135 Jackson Hall, Broad Impacts is pleased to welcome Kate Knuth, who will lead a session on how scientists can contribute to the national conversation on science policy. Kate received a master's degree... pda On Tuesday, March 26th at 4:30pm in 6-135 Jackson Hall, Broad Impacts is pleased to welcome Kate Knuth, who will lead a session on how scientists can contribute to the national conversation on science policy. Kate received a master's degree from Oxford University and served three terms in the Minnesota House of Representatives. She is currently pursuing her PhD in conservation biology at the University of Minnesota, and directing the Boreas Environmental Leadership program. Drawing on her extensive experience in the scientific and political arenas, Kate will lead a discussion on the nature of expertise and the tensions that arise from being both a scientist and a citizen. She will also provide some practical tips for how scientists can get involved in science policy and advocacy.

]]> Career Networking Breakfast tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2013:/pda/pda//11817.387705 2013-03-06T18:44:58Z 2013-03-06T18:47:29Z The Graduate School-sponsored Career Networking Breakfast You are Invited! Meet representatives from industry, business, academia, government and non-profits - up to 80 companies and organizations are expected to attend. Connect with executives and HR recruiters interested in meeting graduate students,... pda The Graduate School-sponsored Career Networking Breakfast

You are Invited!

Meet representatives from industry, business, academia, government and non-profits - up to 80 companies and organizations are expected to attend.

Connect with executives and HR recruiters interested in meeting graduate students, postdocs and alumni from all academic disciplines considering career options.

Bring your business card or résumé and network with employers who have regional, national and international presence.

Companies may or may not have current job openings; all are excited to meet potential future employees.

Bring your U card. Attire is business casual.

Registration

There is NO COST to attend the Career Networking Breakfast, but registration is required. Space is limited. Registration deadline is April 10 or until we reach capacity. Click here to register.
Questions?

Contact Noro Andriamanalina (andri002@umn.edu; 612-626-4546).

]]> H-1B Visa Workshop tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2013:/pda/pda//11817.387657 2013-03-06T15:28:00Z 2013-03-06T15:32:14Z An immigration attorney from a local law firm will provide information on H-1B eligibility requirements, the application process, and the necessary timelines. This workshop is specifically for people who are interested in becoming an H-1B for employers other than University... pda An immigration attorney from a local law firm will provide information on H-1B eligibility requirements, the application process, and the necessary timelines. This workshop is specifically for people who are interested in becoming an H-1B for employers other than University of Minnesota.

Date: Thursday, March 14, 2013
Time: 4:00-5:30 pm
Place: 250 Blegen Hall

No registration needed.

]]> Employment-based Visas and Permanent Residency Workshop tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2013:/pda/pda//11817.387656 2013-03-06T15:26:11Z 2013-03-06T15:31:36Z An immigration specialist from a local immigration law firm will give an overview of employment-based visa options including H-1B Temporary Worker Visas, O-1 Extraordinary Ability Visas, as well as information on the process for becoming a permanent resident. Date: Wednesday,... pda An immigration specialist from a local immigration law firm will give an overview of employment-based visa options including H-1B Temporary Worker Visas, O-1 Extraordinary Ability Visas, as well as information on the process for becoming a permanent resident.

Date: Wednesday, March 13, 2013
Time: 4:00-5:00 pm - Employment-based Visa
5:00-6:00 pm - Permanent Residency
Place: 1-107 Hanson Hall

No registration needed.

]]> Postdoc Writing Group - February meet-up dates tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2013:/pda/pda//11817.384161 2013-02-04T18:57:50Z 2013-02-04T18:58:20Z Welcome back to a new year and a new semester. This month we are kick-starting a month-long group writing session. Join a cross-disciplinary group of writers to set and achieve a project goal. Bring any project or portion of... pda
Welcome back to a new year and a new semester. This month we are kick-starting a month-long group writing session. Join a cross-disciplinary group of writers to set and achieve a project goal. Bring any project or portion of a larger project, whether it be a fellowship application, introduction, or entire manuscript. This time will be most useful for people who benefit from some structure and who work better around others with common goals. Participants should come with writing goals for the session. Each meeting will be at least one hour of writing, with the possibility for peer editing and feedback. There is no formal instruction.

There will be four weekly meetings of 2 hours each (7-9pm), and participants should make a good faith effort to attend all 4 meetings.

Tues. Feb. 5 - 310 Alderman Hall (St. Paul campus)
Tues. Feb, 12 - Folwell Hall 123 (East Bank)
Tues. Feb. 19 - 310 Alderman Hall (St. Paul campus)
Tues. Feb. 26 - Folwell Hall 123 (East Bank)

]]> Postdoc Writing Group - February meet-up dates tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2013:/pda/pda//11817.384160 2013-02-04T18:57:09Z 2013-02-04T18:57:38Z Welcome back to a new year and a new semester. This month we are kick-starting a month-long group writing session. Join a cross-disciplinary group of writers to set and achieve a project goal. Bring any project or portion of... pda
Welcome back to a new year and a new semester. This month we are kick-starting a month-long group writing session. Join a cross-disciplinary group of writers to set and achieve a project goal. Bring any project or portion of a larger project, whether it be a fellowship application, introduction, or entire manuscript. This time will be most useful for people who benefit from some structure and who work better around others with common goals. Participants should come with writing goals for the session. Each meeting will be at least one hour of writing, with the possibility for peer editing and feedback. There is no formal instruction.

There will be four weekly meetings of 2 hours each (7-9pm), and participants should make a good faith effort to attend all 4 meetings.

Tues. Feb. 5 - 310 Alderman Hall (St. Paul campus)
Tues. Feb, 12 - Folwell Hall 123 (East Bank)
Tues. Feb. 19 - 310 Alderman Hall (St. Paul campus)
Tues. Feb. 26 - Folwell Hall 123 (East Bank)

]]> Postdoc Writing Group - February meet-up dates tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2013:/pda/pda//11817.384158 2013-02-04T18:56:26Z 2013-02-04T18:58:42Z Welcome back to a new year and a new semester. This month we are kick-starting a month-long group writing session. Join a cross-disciplinary group of writers to set and achieve a project goal. Bring any project or portion of... pda
Welcome back to a new year and a new semester. This month we are kick-starting a month-long group writing session. Join a cross-disciplinary group of writers to set and achieve a project goal. Bring any project or portion of a larger project, whether it be a fellowship application, introduction, or entire manuscript. This time will be most useful for people who benefit from some structure and who work better around others with common goals. Participants should come with writing goals for the session. Each meeting will be at least one hour of writing, with the possibility for peer editing and feedback. There is no formal instruction.

There will be four weekly meetings of 2 hours each (7-9pm), and participants should make a good faith effort to attend all 4 meetings.

Tues. Feb. 5 - 310 Alderman Hall (St. Paul campus)
Tues. Feb, 12 - Folwell Hall 123 (East Bank)
Tues. Feb. 19 - 310 Alderman Hall (St. Paul campus)
Tues. Feb. 26 - Folwell Hall 123 (East Bank)

]]> Postdoc Writing Group - February meet-up dates tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2013:/pda/pda//11817.384155 2013-02-04T18:54:18Z 2013-02-04T18:55:55Z Welcome back to a new year and a new semester. This month we are kick-starting a month-long group writing session. Join a cross-disciplinary group of writers to set and achieve a project goal. Bring any project or portion of... pda
Welcome back to a new year and a new semester. This month we are kick-starting a month-long group writing session. Join a cross-disciplinary group of writers to set and achieve a project goal. Bring any project or portion of a larger project, whether it be a fellowship application, introduction, or entire manuscript. This time will be most useful for people who benefit from some structure and who work better around others with common goals. Participants should come with writing goals for the session. Each meeting will be at least one hour of writing, with the possibility for peer editing and feedback. There is no formal instruction.

There will be four weekly meetings of 2 hours each (7-9pm), and participants should make a good faith effort to attend all 4 meetings.

Tues. Feb. 5 - 310 Alderman Hall (St. Paul campus)
Tues. Feb, 12 - Folwell Hall 123 (East Bank)
Tues. Feb. 19 - 310 Alderman Hall (St. Paul campus)
Tues. Feb. 26 - Folwell Hall 123 (East Bank)

]]> Industry Career Panel tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2013:/pda/pda//11817.382660 2013-01-22T16:44:20Z 2013-01-22T16:45:45Z Sponsored by the UMN PDA Tuesday, January 29th, 2013 3:30pm-5:30pm Moos Tower 1-451 What career development should postdocs and graduate students focus on to obtain that first job? What questions do you have about networking and other issues? Join... pda Sponsored by the UMN PDA

Tuesday, January 29th, 2013
3:30pm-5:30pm
Moos Tower 1-451

What career development should postdocs and graduate students focus on to obtain that first job?

What questions do you have about networking and other issues?

Join in the Discussion!!

Panelists from R&D Biosystems, Boston Scientific, St. Jude, Startups, and Frestedt Inc.

Questions? Email pda@umn.edu
http://blog.lib.umn.edu/pda/pda/about.php

]]> St. Paul Campus Townhall tag:blog.lib.umn.edu,2013:/pda/pda//11817.382097 2013-01-10T22:11:06Z 2013-01-10T22:12:03Z To encourage equal participation of Postdocs positioned across the extended University of Minnesota campus, the PDA will host a second townhall event on the St. Paul campus on January 22nd. See details below: The University of Minnesota Postdoctoral Association welcomes... pda To encourage equal participation of Postdocs positioned across the extended University of Minnesota campus, the PDA will host a second townhall event on the St. Paul campus on January 22nd. See details below:

The University of Minnesota Postdoctoral Association welcomes all postdoctoral associates, postdoctoral fellows, and research associates to our annual townhall. Come learn more about what your PDA has done, what it is planning on doing, how we can help, and how you can help postdocs at the U.

January 22, 2013
Ruttan Hall B26
9:30am-10:30am

Bruegger's Bagels will be served!
We hope you can join us!

The UMN PDA

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