Workshops and Seminars
McKinsey & Co webinar opportunities
May. 22, 2023—Management consulting firm McKinsey & Co has a focused recruiting process for advanced degree candidates, and this May, they are offering two opportunities to learn more before applying: Academia to Consulting May 25 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm EST What is it like to join a global consulting firm if you have a background in...
Free career development sessions from Research!America
May. 9, 2023—Registration is open for Reaching the Peak: A Science & Technology Early Career Summit Series. This series of webinars sponsored by Research!America will provide early career researchers with the opportunity to explore an array of career paths, network with fellow researchers, participate in professional development workshops, and engage in meaningful discussions around issues critical to the...
Consultant Aparna Shekar, PhD, speaker for VUADCC, April 21
Apr. 18, 2023—Join the Vanderbilt University Advanced Degree Consulting Club on Friday, April 21st, at noon on Zoom as they welcome Dr. Aparna Shekar, a consultant with Boston Consulting Group (BCG). Aparna Shekar has worked with the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) since 2019 and performed the role of a Project Leader in the Healthcare and Consumer practice...
VUMC Seminar Series- From Concept to Commercialization: Translational and Entrepreneurial Journeys
Mar. 9, 2023—VUMC’s Brock Family Center for Applied Innovation and the Center for Technology Transfer & Commercialization present a new seminar series “From Concept to Commercialization: Translational and Entrepreneurial Journeys” featuring VUMC anesthesiologist, Dr. Susan Eagle, as the inaugural speaker. Dr. Eagle will share her experiences launching three medical startup ventures on March 21 at 2:00pm in...
A Workshop about Bias in Academia (Fair Play Workshop)
Mar. 7, 2023—Join the Fair Play Workshop to learn about the unconscious bias that impedes students’ progress in STEM. Check the poster for more information and sign up for the event. There is limited attendance. Please be sure to register for the event. Date: Tuesday March 21, 2023 Time: 9 am – 1pm Venue: The Commons 235 Register here...
Georgetown Research Opportunities Workshop (GROW)
Mar. 6, 2023—Join Georgetown University for its yearly postdoc recruiting event, the Georgetown Research Opportunities Workshop (GROW) on April 18th from 1-5 PM ET! GROW 2023 will be a half-day virtual event with opportunities to hear from current GU postdocs and the GU T32 programs. In addition to the research talks, participants will greatly enjoy a professional development...
How to Complete Your Grad Student or Postdoc Tax Return and Understand It Too
Mar. 2, 2023—Do you have questions about how to file taxes, or questions about taxes generally? Join the Tax Workshop presented by Dr. Emily Roberts of Finance for PhDs. This workshop is sponsored by the Graduate School. The workshop, How to Complete Your Grad Student or Postdoc Tax Return (and Understand It, too!) is available in three versions, each containing...
Introduction to Open Science Framework (OSF) Workshop
Feb. 24, 2023—Managing data for complex projects is always a challenge. Funders are increasingly requiring that data be findable, accessible, interoperable, and reusable (FAIR) as well as archived for the long-term. The new National Institutes of Health (NIH) Data Management and Sharing Policy is a notable example of such a requirement. In this workshop, we will introduce...
Bridge To BCG Consulting Workshop
Feb. 21, 2023—Join the Boston Consulting Group for a Bridge to BCG immersive workshop designed to help you test-drive the BCG case team experience. As a Bridge to BCG participant you will: Think strategically while solving a case in a realistic BCG case team simulation Team with Bridge participants and BCG consultants to understand the why and...
Passport to a Job: Networking, Small Talk, and Other Tips
Feb. 8, 2023—As a part of the Graduate School’s Spring Career Colloquium, Andrea Pietrzyk, Assistant Director in ISSS, will be presenting on the cultural context for networking (what it means in a U.S. setting and why people do it), small talk, and some special interview/resume considerations for international students. Date: February 14th Time: 12-12:45pm Venue: Alumni Hall...
Immigration Attorney Sessions for International Students
Feb. 8, 2023—Curious to know more about immigration requirements with regards to your status as an international student? The ISSS is organizing immigration sessions for international students. These sessions will be led by immigration attorney David Ware on February 10th in Owen Room 125. The Art of Discussing Status with your Employer, 10:00 -10:30am We will discuss...
Spring 2023 Leadership Skills Workshop: Inclusive Leadership Series
Feb. 8, 2023—Interested in leadership development and how you can hone your leadership skills? Why not be a part of the Inclusive Leadership Series. Learn how to create a thriving environment where everyone can contribute meaningfully. The 3-part leadership series will be held at the Alumni hall 206 from 12:15 to 1:30pm on Tuesday February 21st, Tuesday March 7th...
Dissertation Writer’s Retreat
Feb. 8, 2023—Interested in a writing retreat coupled with one-on-one consultation, daily workshops to assist you organize and write your dissertation? Look no further! The Writing Studio presents the Dissertation Writer’s Retreat. The event is scheduled for March 13- 14, 2023. To be a part of the retreat, registration is required. Register here. More information can be...
Science Forward: Towards Inclusive Excellence in Academia
Jan. 31, 2023— A symposium to increase diversity, expand inclusion and uphold equity in basic science research at New York State’s academic research institutions. The symposium will be held at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory on Long Island, NY, on March 20th and 21st, 2023. Top applicants will be selected to join a strong cohort of basic science researchers...
Spring Semester Library Workshops
Jan. 19, 2023—During the spring semester, the Libraries’ Digital Scholarship and Communications (DiSC) Office is offering a series of free lessons and workshops to help you build your technical skills: The Beginner Python lessons will introduce participants to this popular programming language and the Colab notebook platform allows learners to code in Python immediately without any installation....
The Open Notebook -tools and resources to help science journalists sharpen their skills
Nov. 17, 2022—The Open Notebook is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides tools and resources to help science, environmental, and health journalists at all experience levels sharpen their skills. We are guided by two principles: that high-quality science journalism is essential to society, and that everyone, including science journalists, learns best by practicing the craft as part of...
CASE Post-Election Virtual Workshop
Nov. 2, 2022—The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) invites you to participate in the CASE Post- Election virtual workshop on Monday, November 14 from 1pm to 3:30pm ET. To attend the event, please register here. The workshop will be followed by a science communication session- Golden Goose Award Nominations: Advocate through Telling the Stories...
AAUW Start Smart Salary Negotiation Workshop
Oct. 19, 2022—You are invited to attend the upcoming AAUW Start Smart Salary Negotiation Workshop. Details for the event: AAUW Start Smart Salary Negotiation Workshop Date: Thursday, November 3 Time: 12:00–1:30 p.m. CT Venue: Zoom To RSVP, please click here to register for the workshop Check the flyer for more details.
Individual Development Plans (IDP) – Asset or Nuisance? (What are they and how can they help you?)
Oct. 18, 2022—All postdocs are required to regularly put together and/or review and update their IDP. This workshop will address the IDP requirements and will discuss ways to effectively use the IDP in your career development. We will address questions such as: What exactly is an IDP? Why do you have to have an IDP? What does...
Career Development Workshop Series
Oct. 7, 2022—Continue your professional development with #WorkshopWednesdays! Join us every other month for virtual professional development workshops, designed to help early career scientists connect and plan their future careers. Organized and moderated by the Career Development Subcommittee. Upcoming workshop: Date: October 12, 2022 Time: 1pm ET Topic: Immigrant Researchers from Postdoc to PI To find out...