Posted Apr 10, 2013
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... more infoPosted Apr 10, 2013
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... more infoPosted Apr 10, 2013
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... more infoPosted Mar 6, 2013
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,... more infoPosted Mar 6, 2013
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... more infoPosted Mar 6, 2013
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,... more infoPosted Feb 4, 2013
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... more infoPosted Feb 4, 2013
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... more infoPosted Feb 4, 2013
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... more infoPosted Feb 4, 2013
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... more infoPosted Jan 22, 2013
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... more infoPosted Jan 10, 2013
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... more infoPosted Jan 8, 2013
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... more infoPosted Jan 6, 2013
Do you know how to give a good presentation? Are you interested in learning how to give a good talk? Would you like to learn how to avoid death by power point? Join us as Chris Carlson shows us how!... more infoPosted Jan 4, 2013
The Postdoctoral Association has selected the four awardees for the 2012 Preparing Future Faculty (PFF) Scholarships. Congratulations to: Megan Hoarfrost Susan Novotny Kelley Wells and Valerie Wong The PDA would like to thank all of this year's applicants for their... more infoPosted Nov 30, 2012
On Friday, December 7th the Association of Multicultural Scientists is hosting Michael J. Franklin from the Medical School. He will be presenting his newest seminar "Storytelling in Science: Tips for writing a scientific manuscript" at noon in Moos Tower 2-650.... more infoPosted Nov 30, 2012
Minnetronix is an engineering consulting firm located in St. Paul. "We are the medical device leader that combines design, manufacturing and innovation in one location. Our passion for medical devices shows in everything we do." A carpool is being organized... more infoPosted Nov 16, 2012
How much money is a human life worth? Thinking about the monetary value of life may sound heartless, but these calculations are regularly used to make important decisions regarding health care, risk management, environmental impact assessments, foreign aid, and more.... more infoPosted Nov 9, 2012
Attention Postdocs!The U of MM Postdoctoral Association (PDA) invites you to a coffee break focused on Career Services at the U. Wednesday, November 14th Tables near the Coffman Starbucks 10:00am Free Coffee will be provided RSVP pda@umn.edu Come learn how... more infoPosted Nov 8, 2012
Thurs. Nov. 8 - Kaufert Lab 302 (St. Paul campus) Tues. Nov. 13 - Folwell Hall 112 (East Bank) Tues. Nov. 20th - Biosci 12 (St. Paul campus) Tues. Nov. 27 - Burton 125 (East Bank)... more infoPosted Nov 5, 2012
PFF Scholarship - Application due Nov 30th. The Postdoctoral Association (PDA) is offering 4 scholarships of $300 each to help cover the cost of tuition for postdocs enrolled in Preparing Future Faculty courses (PFF). These funds could be applied to... more infoPosted Oct 31, 2012
Attention Postdocs! The U of MN Postdoctoral Association (PDA) invites you to a coffee break focused on Career Services at the U. career services flier [Read-Only].pdf Wednesday, November 14th Tables near the Coffman Starbucks 10:00am Free Coffee will be provided... more infoPosted Oct 11, 2012
HERC is offering another free job search webinar, "Ask the Experts: Answers to Your Toughest Academic Job Search Questions." Victoria Blodgett and Laura Malisheski, graduate school career counselors from Harvard and Yale, will respond to your questions. Details about the... more infoPosted Oct 8, 2012
U of M PDA invites you to a panel discussion: Preparing for Your Academic Career Learn about career path planning and institutional fit in panel and small group discussions with our faculty panelists: Kaylee Schwertfeger, Ph.D. University of Minnesota Cancer... more infoPosted Sep 12, 2012
9/27/2012 Minneapolis Marriott Northwest 7025 Northland Drive North Minneapolis, MN 55428 Agenda 1:30 - 2:00 pm: Registration & Networking 2:00 - 5:00 pm: Program 5:00 - 6:30 pm: Science Rocks! Networking Reception Click here for more details.... more infoPosted Sep 12, 2012
University of Minnesota researchers, including faculty, graduate students and postdocs, are invited to a free startup seminar hosted by the Office for Technology Commercialization. Get answers to key questions about the creation of new companies based on university technologies. Click... more infoPosted Jul 8, 2012
I seek your nominations for candidates for the University of Minnesota Award for Outstanding Mentors of Postdoctoral Scholars. The award recognizes extraordinary performance and achievement in mentoring postdoctoral fellows, postdoctoral associates, and research associates at the University of Minnesota who... more infoPosted Jul 8, 2012
I seek your nominations for candidates for the University of Minnesota Outstanding Postdoctoral Scholar Award. The award recognizes extraordinary performance and achievement of postdoctoral scholars at the University of Minnesota. All full-time, tenure-track or tenured faculty with direct postdoctoral mentoring... more infoPosted May 3, 2012
Have you ever thought about seeking employment through a staffing agency? The University of Minnesota Postdoctoral Association will be hosting a meeting with two representatives from Aerotek, a staffing agency local to the Twin Cities. For more information about Aerotek,... more infoPosted Apr 13, 2012
Greetings future faculty members! Do you want to find out more about: The academic job search? Interactive teaching? If so, please join us on Thursday, May 17, 2012 in room 312 the Science Teaching and Student Services (STSS) Building for... more infoPosted Apr 13, 2012
Preparing Academic Scientists for Industry Preparing Academic Scientists for Careers in Industry The shift in available jobs from academia to industry requires recognition that skills valued by businesses go beyond the traditional scientific/technical competencies. ''The ability to work in... more infoPosted Apr 10, 2012
Due to popular demand, AMS will be hosting another event with speaker Michael J. Franklin. His last seminar with tips for writing a scientific paper was a huge success. Now he's back to provide assistance on scientific presentations. Please see... more infoPosted Mar 30, 2012
Career Networking Breakfast for Graduate Students, Postdoctoral Researchers, and Alumni Career Networking Breakfast Registration Link When: Friday, April 13, 2012 9-11:30 a.m. Where: University Hotel Minneapolis - Ballroom 615 Washington Ave. SE Minneapolis, MN 55414 Participating Colleges and Programs: Allied... more infoPosted Mar 21, 2012
Dear Graduate Students, Postdoctoral Fellows, and MDs, We would like to remind you about the Virtual Job Summit that Bio Careers is organizing this spring. This is the only online event dedicated to post graduate life scientists. Register for the... more infoPosted Mar 15, 2012
This session will help graduate students prepare for the UMN Career Networking Breakfast with employers on April 13 see http://www.grad.umn.edu/network Students will register for a one-hour time slot and will participate in small group discussions based on one of the... more infoPosted Mar 15, 2012
This workshop will address pre-interview preparation, making a great first impression, effective responses to typical interview questions, questions to ask of the interviewer, and memorable closure. Career counselors and staff will be available for practice interviews. To register, please go... more infoPosted Mar 15, 2012
This workshop will cover the job search process from start to offer. It will address conducting a self-assessment, planning, knowing your options, and relationship-building. There will be break-out sessions for the academic and non-academic searches. A follow-up session for international... more infoPosted Mar 15, 2012
This workshop is for graduate students and postdocs at all stages of their programs planning to seek faculty positions or careers in industry and private organizations. The presentation will cover the difference between the CV and resume, essential components, what... more infoPosted Mar 12, 2012
HERC is hosting another job seeker webinar. "Insider Tips for Finding a Job Outside Academe" is targeted at graduate students and postdocs who are rethinking their career paths. The presenter, Sue Basalla, is the author of So What Are You... more infoPosted Mar 7, 2012
Postdoc Research Day When: May 14, 2012. 9:00am-5:00pm Where: The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA What: An opportunity for postdocs to share your research and to sharpen your skills in communicating your research findings to a multi-disciplinary academic audience.... more infoPosted Feb 23, 2012
*How to Write a Great Scientific Research Paper, and Get it Accepted by a Good Journal* Tuesday, March 6, 3 - 5 p.m. Bell Museum of Natural History, Auditorium Map: http://www1.umn.edu/twincities/maps/BellMus/ Presenter: Anthony Newman, Publisher, Elsevier Knowing the best way... more infoPosted Feb 14, 2012
Learn about formal and informal conflict resolution services for postdocs and research units from: Carolyn Chalmers Director, Office of Conflict Resolution Jan Morse Director, Student Conflict Resolution Center This event will be held: Monday, February 20 Moos 2-580 Noon-1PM Pizza... more infoPosted Feb 7, 2012
Questions Without Borders: Why Future Research and Teaching Will Be Interdisciplinary - Forum led by Myron Gutmann, National Science Foundation Date: 02/13/2012 Time: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM Location: Theater, Coffman Memorial Union Cost: Free Description: Join us for a... more infoPosted Jan 11, 2012
The Postdoctoral Association at the University of Minnesota invite you to join us for a panel discussion and networking opportunity for posdocs seeking industry careers in this competitive job market. All of our panelists (see below) are well established in... more infoPosted Dec 22, 2011
The Midwest Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC) presents the following free webinar, "The Campus Visit: Interviewing for Faculty Positions," on January 19th at 2:00. To register: https://www3.gotomeeting.com/register/317015990.... more infoPosted Dec 21, 2011
Meet with MOT faculty, the Director of Graduate Studies, and admissions staff to find out more about the MOT program. The MOT is a unique program with unique admission requirements, and attending an MOT information session is a required part... more infoPosted Dec 21, 2011
Meet with MOT faculty, the Director of Graduate Studies, and admissions staff to find out more about the MOT program. The MOT is a unique program with unique admission requirements, and attending an MOT information session is a required part... more infoPosted Dec 19, 2011
Redesigned HHMI Teaching Postdoctoral Positions (openings for 4 postdocs who want SERIOUS experience in teaching and educational research) We have refined our HHMI Teaching Postdoctoral Fellow program and are looking for applicants who could start in Spring. Please see the... more infoPosted Dec 16, 2011
June 24-29, 2012: NCI Cancer Research Imaging Camp: An Educational Opportunity for Basic Cancer Researchers Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tenn. Application deadline: February 10, 2012 Overview: Postdoctoral fellows and early career-level faculty in fields related to basic cancer biology are invited... more info