Foundational Training
Mastering the skills of goal planning, scientific or scholarly writing, time management, and mentorship are necessary for a successful postdoctoral experience.
This training will be offered independently throughout the year to support scholarly work for postdoctoral scholars at all stages.
Communication
Communicating Your Research
Part of the grAdvantage programming, this intensive four-day workshop will enhance participants’ abilities to vividly articulate their research and inspire audiences. Participants will incorporate storytelling, metaphor and gestures while practicing innovative communication of their research. During the final day of the workshop, participants will be filmed by an expert interviewer and camera crew in a setting that resembles a professional media capture environment
Dates: The next workshop will be offered in 2020
Check the grAdvantage website for current schedule.
Postdoc Research Communication Symposium
Organized by Postdoctoral Association (PDA), this symposium showcases the research being conducted by postdoctoral scholars at UC San Diego, one of the premier research institutions in the world. In addition, the postdoctoral scholars will have the opportunity to connect with your peers, faculty and industry professionals.
Dates: The next symposium will be held on December 4, 2020
Research Communications Program
UC San Diego’s Research Communications program draws on scholarship in the sciences, science communication, science education, the arts and other fields to provide the guiding theoretical perspective and the practical experience that is critical to communicating effectively with a wide range of audiences, including those with questions or concerns about the methods, findings or implications of scientific research.
For more information and upcoming events, visit: https://physicalsciences.ucsd.edu/centers-outreach/research-communications/
Next event:
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Explaining Everything in Two Minutes or Less (with Joe Palca) Wednesday, November 6, 2019 from 10-11 am | Tata Hall Auditorium You really can convey a lot information in two minutes. Of course your audience won’t be getting a graduate seminar understanding of your topic, but that level of detail should be saved for graduate seminars. Join renowned NPR science correspondent, Joe Palca, to learn how you can crisply capture a research story to reach a wide audience. The seminar is open to all. No registration necessary. |
More resources:
- Video library: https://physicalsciences.ucsd.edu/centers-outreach/research-communications/video-library.html
- Online practical guide for scientists containing tips about how they can more effectively work with their university to get the word out about their research:https://issuu.com/dennismeredith/docs/working_with_public_information_officers
Financial Education
“Save early, save often” is a mantra touted by many financial planning websites and experts. Time is critical when saving for retirement or any financial goal. According to the U.S. Dept. of Labor, every 10 years you delay starting to save for retirement, you will need to save three times as much each month to catch up.
To help you get started and understand how to maximize your financial potential, the Office of Postdoctoral and Research Scholar Affairs has teamed up with Curo Financial Planning to offer the “Financial Education Series for Postdocs”.
Each workshop will discuss the ways to set yourself up for financial success for that specific topic. UCSD graduate students and family members of postdocs are welcome to attend. Come join us to learn about the topics listed below and create a strategy for your financial future!
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February 4, 2021 |
Budgeting Budgeting is an important skill for managing both personal and professional finances. Learn tips from a certified financial planner on how to create a budget, prioritize and allocate dollars among your expenditures, and keep your budget on track and up-to-date. Invest in yourself and develop this important personal and professional skill of budgeting! |
9:00 am Online via Zoom |
UC Learning Center Registration |
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March 18, 2021 |
Taxes How many times have you said to yourself “I really need to better understand my tax situation”? Now you can. In this workshop, representatives from Curo Financial Planning will provide advice and basic practices to help you plan in a tax-efficient manner. Learn strategies for record keeping, tax law changes, state and local taxes, tax credits and tax-deferred programs. Take control of your finances by equipping yourself with the knowledge and skills to understand and plan for your taxes now and in the future. |
9:00 am Online via Zoom |
UC Learning Center Registration |
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May 6, 2021 |
Investing You work hard for your money, is your money working hard for you? In this workshop you’ll get a basic overview of investing, including the difference between saving and investing, asset classes and allocation, and investment styles. We will also discuss how your ideal asset allocations may change as you move through your career and into retirement. Join us and learn more about investment terminology, performance measurements, risk management, and how to determine the right investments for you! |
9:00 am Online via Zoom |
UC Learning Center Registration |
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Retirement Planning It's hard to focus on something that's 30, 40 or more years into the future. But planning for retirement is important, and the earlier you start the better off you will be. This workshop will cover what to consider when preparing for retirement, from a financial perspective (income, government benefits, taxes), an organizational perspective (simplify and consolidate) and an emotional perspective (social, support, health & wellness). You will also learn how to align your income and expenses, and how to use the four-box strategy. Equip yourself with the knowledge you need to prepare for your retirement, your future-self with thank you! |
9:00 am Online via Zoom |
Registration Coming Soon |
| September 16, 2021 |
Protection Planning A key component of financial well-being is the ability to provide financial support to loved ones, and insurance can be an important resource. In this workshop we will discuss why you should consider owning life insurance and how it can help your loved ones. We will also review the types of insurance and options available, including an overview of two common types of life insurance: Term and Permanent. Join us to learn about available insurance options, what coverage makes sense for you now, and how you should adjust your plans as you advance in your personal and professional life. |
9:00 am Online via Zoom |
Registration Coming Soon |
| November 4, 2021 |
Debt Management Do you have debt and want to create a payment plan? Do you struggle with trying to save money while also paying down debt? Then this workshop is for you! Successfully managing debt is the foundation of a person’s financial well-being. In this workshop, you will learn about different types of debt and get tips for designing and implementing a debt payment plan. Develop the knowledge and confidence to navigate and manage your debt and put yourself on the path to financial well-being! |
9:00 am Online via Zoom |
Registration Coming Soon |
As many people are concerned about how to plan for their financial future as their careers advance, the program offers a complimentary one-on-one personal consultation. These one-on-one consultations are a great way to get individual solutions that fit your specific financial situation. If you would like to schedule a session, time slots will be available to meet on campus the next week after each workshop. These one hour sessions with a Financial Advisor are confidential and complimentary. A sign-up sheet will be available at each workshop.
Most workshops will be held in Medical Education and Telemedicine (MET), Rm 145, unless otherwise indicated.
Please note that UCSD graduate students and family members of postdocs are also welcome to attend.
Dates and locations are subject to change.
Grantsmanship - Funding Fest
The ability to successfully secure funding is a critical part of your postdoctoral training. However, how does one write a competitive grant? What funding opportunities exist for postdocs? How does the submission process work? Come and learn the answers by attending the workshops of Funding Fest!
Funding Fest is an annual series of informational workshops that is held each Spring or Summer and provided by the Torrey Pines Training Consortium. The Torrey Pines Training Consortium members include Salk Institute for Biological Studies, Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute (SBP), The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI) and UC San Diego. They sponsor training courses and programs designed to provide career development and leadership competencies for scientific professionals at early stages of their career.
Funding Fest workshops are presented by various faculty members, postdoctoral training grant and fellowship recipients and institutional offices.
Workshops will be held at the different Torrey Pines Training Consortium institutions from April to June, 2020.
Register on: Eventbrite!
See descriptions below of the 2020 workshops
UC Presidents Postdoctoral Fellowship Program
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This workshop, given by Professor Mark Lawson, Director of the UC President's Postdoctoral Fellowship Program, will provide an overview of the University of California President’s Postdoctoral Fellowship Program. The PPFP fellowships are open to researchers in social science, humanities, and STEM fields. Learn about the review process for this fellowship along and get tips you can use for writing your application. Date: Thursday, April 23 | Time: 11 am - 12 pm | Location: Online Webinar |
American Brain Tumor Association Funding Opportunities |
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Please join us for a discussion with Heather Calderone, Ph.D., Director of Research & Grants at the American Brain Tumor Association (ABTA). Dr. Calderone will explore various ABTA funding opportunities, the ABTA funding cycle, review criteria, and other grant writing tips for your application. Date: Wednesday, April 29 | Time: 10 - 11 am | Location: Online Webinar |
Ford Foundation Fellowship Program |
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This workshop, given by Professor Mark Lawson, Southern California Liaison for the Ford Foundation Fellowship Office, will provide an overview of the Ford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship Program. The Ford Foundation fellowships are open to researchers in social science, humanities, and STEM fields. Learn about the review process for this fellowship along and get tips you can use for writing your application. Date: Wednesday, April 29 | Time: 3 - 4 pm | Location: Online Webinar |
How to Apply for a Postdoc Fellowship |
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This workshop, given by Rachel Cook, Senior Grant Analyst, Supervisor, Health Sciences Sponsored Projects Office at UC San Diego, will include how to apply for different fellowships, UC San Diego guidelines, and general submission information for fellowships and grants as well as where to look for funding. Date: Thursday, May 21 | Time: 2 - 4 pm | Location: Online Webinar |
Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Fellowship Programs |
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Are you interested in research in Japan? Hundreds of funding opportunities are available to all fields (social-science, humanities, STEM, multi-disciplinary) for research at Japanese Universities and public research institutions. If you want to know more, don’t miss this rare opportunity to learn about funding options directly from the alumni and staff of Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS). Date: Friday, May 22 | Time: 12 - 2 pm | Location: Online Webinar |
NIH Loan Repayment Programs |
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The NIH Loan Repayment Programs (LRPs) are a set of programs established by Congress designed to recruit and retain highly qualified health professionals into biomedical or biobehavioral research centers. The NIH LRPs pay up to $50,000 annually of qualified educational debt in return for a commitment to engage in NIH mission-relevant research. Applicants must hold an M.D., Ph.D., Psy.D., Pharm.D, D.O., D.D.S., D.M.D. D.P.M, D.C., N.D., O.D., D.V.M, or equivalent doctoral-level degree (except for the Contraception & Infertility Research LRP). The NIH LRPs will accept applications from September 1-November 15. Don’t miss your opportunity to learn how you could receive up to $100,000 in educational debt relief! Date: Thursday, May 28 | Time: 12 - 1 pm | Location: Online Webinar |
NIH K99/R00 & the NIH Grant Process |
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Please join us to learn about the NIH Pathway to Independence Award (K99/R00) with Professor Pamela Mellon. The NIH K99/R00 program provides support to postdocs to facilitate transition to independence. The award will provide up to five years of support consisting of two phases. The initial phase will provide 1-2 years of mentored support for highly promising, postdoctoral scholars. This phase will be followed by up to 3 years of independent support contingent on securing an independent research position. AND non-US citizens are eligible to apply. Professor Mellon will give an overview of the program, share experience as a reviewer, and provide valuable tips to make your application stand out. Date: Wednesday, June 3 | Time: 2 - 4 pm | Location: Online Webinar |
Basics of Mentored Grant Writing |
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Come and learn the fundamentals of Grant Writing, a necessary skill in academia and many other career paths. Dr. Peter Wagner from the Department of Medicine will share his vast experience of how to create a well–structured grant and the general review process the grant will receive. Date: Wednesday, June 10 | Time: 2 - 4 pm | Location: Online Webinar |
Finding Postdoc Funding |
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This hour-long workshop will guide postdoctoral researchers through available resources to help them efficiently find funding opportunities appropriate for their research and career stage. We will utilize Pivot and other funding opportunity databases to create individualized proposal submission plans that postdocs can reference throughout their research career. Tips will be shared to automat future funding searches and best utilize existing resources. Date: Tuesday, June 16 | Time: 10 - 11 am | Location: Online Webinar |
Questions? Suggestions? Contact the person at your respective institution:
Heather Dillon, UC San Diego, hadillon@ucsd.edu
Nisha Cavanaugh, SBP, ncavanaugh@sbpdiscovery.org
Jeanelle Horcasitas, Scripps Research, jhorcasitas@scripps.edu
Bea Rajsombath, Salk, brajsombath@salk.edu
Grant Writing
Through the Office of Education, Training, and International Services (OETIS), Sanford Burnham Prebys (SBP) emphasizes its commitment to educating and training the next generation of scientists. The mission of OETIS is to establish SBP as an unparalleled institution for innovative graduate education and postdoctoral training.
See the upcoming Grant Writing Workshop Series:
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March 19, 2020 |
Responding to Reviewer Comments What happens after the grant is reviewed? This module will discuss what a summary statement looks like, describe the resubmission process, and provide tips on how to effectively respond to reviewer comments. |
10:00 am |
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March 5, 2020 |
Demystifying the Study Section Process In this module, we will describe the peer review process and explain how proposals are scored in an NIH Study Section. First we will look at a study section discussion of research proposals (R mechanism). Then, SBP faculty (Drs. Hansen, Sacco, Salvesen, and Snyder) will participate in a mock study section discussion of a fellowship proposal. |
10:00 am |
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February 20, 2020 |
F & K Awards: Career Development Plans, Mentor Statements, and Training Environment In this module, OETIS will give an overview of the F (fellowship) and K (career development) funding mechanisms and discuss several of the non-scientific components. The presentation will be followed by a panel of F and K award recipients who will share their experience and strategies for successfully applying to and managing either award. |
10:00 am |
Eventbrite |
Health and Wellness
Postdoctoral training is a time of transition for scholars, which can lead to feelings of uncertainty and stress. In addition, this training period often coincides with personal milestones (e.g. marriage, parenthood) and usually requires relocation to a new city or even new country. To address the challenges that confront postdoctoral scholars, this series is designed in collaboration with the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) and Office of Postdoctoral and Research Scholar Affairs (OPRSA) to help postdoctoral scholars have a healthy and productive time while in training.
Workshops addressing different challenges will be held in Student Services Center from 9:00 - 10:30 am.
Registration is required as coffee and pastries will be provided by OPRSA.
Keeping Your Life While Building Your Career |
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Without a clear focus, postdoctoral work can be life consuming. Join us for a creative discussion exploring life priorities that will support your overall career growth.
Wednesday, April 22, 2020 (Online Webinar) Presented by Bryan McNutt, Ph.D., LMFT Register on UC Learning Center |
Five Areas of Focus
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Make an agreement with yourself to focus on your well-being. Come take time to review five areas of focus that will support you in managing stress and regain resilience while dealing with change.
Wednesday, June 24, 2020 (Online Webinar) Presented by William Youngblood, LMFT Register on UC Learning Center |
Working Postdocs with Small Children |
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Postdoctoral training can be a stressful time, having small children or thinking of starting a family can add to that stress. This workshop is designed to facilitate a supportive environment where tips and resources are shared and discussed. Come meet and hear from other postdocs juggling work & family-life just like you!
Thursday, September 17, 2020 (Online Webinar) Presented by Izabel Caetano Francy, LCSW Register on UC Learning Center |
How to be a Healthier, Happier, More Productive You!
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As postdoctoral training is stressful, mostly autonomous and often overwhelming, this workshop will provide tools to help participants recognize the importance of self-care and introduce mindfulness exercises that can help you throughout your training.
Wednesday, November 4, 2020 (Online Webinar) Presented by Jennifer Triana, LCSW Register on UC Learning Center |
For information on the Postdoc Health & Wellness Series, please contact opsa@ucsd.edu
In 2020 we are offering two options for an inspiring group of great people who will meet once a month and cover concepts from the Tritons Flourish Initiative. Each meeting explores Tritons Flourish topics (see PDF), and you will establish a plan to practice skills and behaviors to improve your life overall. We hope to establish a network of support and accountability for flourishing at UC San Diego.
For questions please contact: William Youngblood, LMFT Faculty and Staff Assistance Program wdibbleyoungblood@ucsd.edu
Time: 12 - 1 pm
Upcoming Dates and Locations:
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| Barrett Room, HDH Building |
12 - 1 pm Meets every 2nd Friday of the month: February 14, 2020 March 13, 2020 April 10, 2020 May 15, 2020 |
| Hubbs Hall, Scripps Institute of Oceanography |
12 - 1 pm Meets every 3rd Thursday of the month: February 20, 2020 March 19, 2020 April 16, 2020 May 21, 2020 |
Stop by the Cross-Cultural Center on Wednesdays from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm for some wellness tips!
International Scholar Support
U.S. Job Search Strategies for International PhDs
This workshop is designed in collaboration with Career Center, Graduate Division, International Faculty & Scholar Office and Office of Postdoctoral and Research Scholar Affairs to provide international pre- and postdoctoral scholars with the tools they need to successfully navigate a job search for non-academic long-term employment in the U.S.A. Concerns that are common among the international population will be addressed including visa limitations, networking and interviewing process.
Permanent Residency Pathways for Postdocs
This workshop offered by the International Faculty & Scholar Office and Office of Postdoctoral and Research Scholar Affairs will touch on the most common pathways that postdoctoral researchers can use to adjust to permanent residency status. Additionally, this workshop will address the topic of internal policies on employment-based permanent residency here at UC San Diego, and the specific appointment titles that allow such sponsorship.
Visit International Faculty & Scholar Office for current schedule.
Navigating Visa Classifications for your Career
Roark Miller, Director of the International Faculty & Scholars Office, and Emily Kawahara, International Student Advisor in the International Students & Programs Office, will discuss common questions that postdocs and graduate students in J-1, H-1B, and F-1 status have pertaining to their nonimmigrant status, including eligibility for outside employment, planning your next nonimmigrant status in tandem with institutional policies and government regulations, and employment-based permanent residence filing. After the presentation, visa advisors will offer individual advising appointments to the attendees. Light refreshments will be served.
Leadership and Teamwork
Teamwork and Leadership certificate
Part of the GrAdvantage programming, this UC San Diego Extension Specialized Certificate in Leadership and Teamwork is designed to equip participants with skills to help them excel in any working environment; communication skills, self-awareness, time management, and the ability to function on diverse and collaborative teams. The certificate consists of three courses focusing on leadership, teamwork, and project management. Throughout the program, students will implement these skills by working collaboratively on teams to manage hands-on projects on campus. The culmination of the program will include a showcase of the students’ projects to campus leaders, industry guests, and the general public. Upon completion of the certificate program, graduate students and postdoctoral fellows will be empowered to transition into their career pursuits.
For more information about the certificate program, call 858-534-9151 or email drhammon@ucsd.edu.
For more information about the Gradvantage programs and resources, visit: gradlife.ucsd.edu. Plus, check out the Gradvantage program featured on KPBS and featured on the UC San Diego Extension blog.
Leading Yourself and Others to Career Success
This Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute (SBP) leadership development program is designed for advanced graduate students and postdoctoral scholars to learn more about their leadership styles and preferences, so they can use this information in the context of their career paths to help them and their future teams succeed. Certificates will be awarded to participants who complete all program requirements.
Teaching and Mentoring
Postdoc Teaching Program
Teaching experience is vital for career development, yet can be difficult to come by as a postdoc. This pilot program is designed to provide postdoctoral fellows substantive experiences in teaching and learning where they can implement evidence-based strategies while guest lecturing in UC San Diego courses.
For more information: See the Postdoc Teaching Program Flyer or contact Kate McCulloch (k1mcculloch@ucsd.edu).
Teaching Workshops
The Teaching and Learning Commons offers quarterly workshops for Graduate Student & Postdoc Educators. See schedule of upcoming workshops at Graduate Student & Postdoc Teaching Workshops. Space for these workshops is limited, so register early to secure your spot!
Ambassador Program
In collaboration with the UC San Diego International Faculty & Scholar Office, the Postdoctoral Association offers assistance with the transition of a new postdoc to campus through our Ambassador Program. The program places a new postdoc in contact with a fellow postdoc “Ambassador”.
Summer Research Scholar Program
In partnership with Prof. Elizabeth Komives and UCSD Extension, this mentorship program allows postdoctoral scholars to have hands-on mentorship of high school students from across the country over 3-weeks in the summer quarter. The postdoctoral scholars will learn how to provide effective mentorship and guide a short-term and manageable research project that will culminate in a formal poster session.
Postdoc Fellowship Forum
Do you have questions about applying for postdoctoral fellowships? Are you looking for resources for finding relevant opportunities to which you can apply? Would you like feedback or guidance on writing your fellowship applications? Then join us at the monthly Fellowship Forum!
At these monthly workshops Professor Mark Lawson will be on hand to answer your questions and review your fellowship applications! Come once or as often as you need. We hope to see you there!
Workshops will be held on the 4th Tuesday of the month (with the exception of October and November) from 12 – 1:30 pm in Leichtag 2A05.
View the full list of forum dates and register to attend at https://fellowshipforum.eventbrite.com.
Funding Your Future
Funding Your Future
Applying for and securing funding demonstrates and develops a variety of skills that are highly sought after by employers. The Office of Postdoctoral and Research Scholar Affairs has designed this series to help you learn about and successfully apply for fellowship awards.
All postdoctoral fellows and graduate students are welcome to attend.
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October 11, 2019 |
Fellowship Workshop for Ford, PPFP, and Other Award Opportunities Are you interested in applying for a postdoc fellowship? In this workshop, Professor Mark Lawson, Faculty Director of Postdoctoral Training and Education, will provide an overview of the Ford Foundation Fellowship and the University of California President’s Postdoctoral Fellowship Programs. These fellowships are open to researchers in social science, humanities, and STEM fields. |
2:30-4:30 pm SSB 107 |
FYF: Ford |
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March 8, 2019 |
Review Workshop: Fellowship Draft Don’t miss out on the chance to have your application reviewed by a faculty member who has experience serving on fellowship study sections! Participants will be asked to submit their fellowship drafts one week in advance for review to receive feedback on their submission during this session. |
3-5 pm Leichtag 205 |
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February 15, 2019 |
Writing Workshop: Fellowship Outline and Specific Aims Start your fellowship application off on the right foot by getting feedback from faculty reviewers and your peers on your fellowship outline or Specific Aims page. Participants should bring a printed copy of the material they would like to have reviewed during the session. |
4-5 pm Leichtag 107 |
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February 8, 2019 |
Writing Your Specific Aims, Research Strategy and Training Plan What distinguishes a well written fellowship application? In this session, we will dissect what you should include in your Specific Aims, Research Strategy, and Training Plan sections and how to effectively convey your message through your writing. |
3-5 pm Leichtag 107 |
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Tips for Submitting a Successful Application Take advantage of this opportunity to get tips from trainees who have submitted successful fellowship applications. Panelists will discuss best practices and answer your questions about writing and navigating the submission process. |
3:30-5 pm Leichtag 107 |
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| February 1, 2019 |
Introduction to Foundation Funding Private foundations can be a great source of funding, if you know where to look! This seminar will provide an overview of foundation fellowships and how they compare to other funding sources. |
3-3:30 pm Leichtag 107 |
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| January 25, 2019 |
Applying for Fellowships: The Why and the How In this seminar Professor Mark Lawson, Faculty Director of Postdoctoral Training and Education, will provide an introduction to why applying for fellowships is important for all trainees, regardless of their career objectives. Participants will learn what opportunities are available, the criteria on which application are evaluated, and the general anatomy of a fellowship submission. |
3-5 pm Leichtag 107 |
Closed |
Dates and locations are subject to change.
Career Preparation Series
Career Preparation Series
It is not enough to know what you want to do, you need the skills and knowledge for how you will find and land the job that you want. From developing and utilizing your professional network, to conducting an productive job search, to putting together effective application materials, to interviewing and negotiating, this series will help you learn tips and techniques to successfully advance to the next stage in your career.
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| September 18, 2020 |
Diversity Statement Workshop The Diversity Statement workshop reviews strategies for considering experiences related to access, equity, inclusion, and diversity in higher education. We discuss many potential avenues for exploring experiences and presenting experiences to the reader. |
12:00 - 2:00 pm | |
| September 11, 2020 |
Teaching Statement Workshop The Teaching Statement workshop clarifies the main genre features of a teaching statement and explores how to organize and discuss teaching-related experiences (even if you don’t have any!). |
12:00 - 2:00 pm | |
| June 22, 2020 |
Building Your Professional Network – Virtually! A How-To for Grad Students and Postdocs for Connecting Online Networking is challenging for many of us in the best of times, so if you are wondering how to make connections now that most of our interactions are happening virtually, you are not alone! In this interactive workshop we will discuss why networking is so important (especially now!), with whom you should connect, and ways you can engage with others online. Learn how to define your networking goals, conduct research, and prepare appropriate questions to help you have successful interactions and establish productive connections. You will also develop strategies for identifying and capitalizing on virtual interaction opportunities and for maintaining and nurturing relationships to reap maximal career benefits. |
12:00 - 1:30 pm |
RSVP on Handshake (Instructions for accessing Handshake: PDF) |
| June 4, 2020 |
How I Got Here: The Path To Faculty Positions Interested in positions as University Professor in institutions like UCSD? Learn from exceptional professors here at UCSD who navigated the Academic job market. |
4:30 - 5:30 pm Online Webinar |
RSVP on Handshake (Instructions for accessing Handshake: PDF) |
| June 3, 2020 |
How to Master Your (Virtual) Interview: Techniques to Succeed and Stand Out Learn from Vice President of Latitude 32 and hiring manager Jocelyn Lo (UCSD Mechanical Engineering MS '02) about proven techniques for improving your interview skills in an online interview. |
4:30 - 5:30 pm Online Webinar |
RSVP on Handshake (Instructions for accessing Handshake: PDF) |
| June 3, 2020 |
Resume Building Workshop Learn how to highlight your skills and experiences in a way that aligns with what hiring managers and recruiters are seeking in this resume building workshop. The goal is for you to leave feeling confident that your resume confirms that you are a competitive candidate for the job you want. |
11 am - 12 pm Online Webinar |
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| June 2, 2020 |
Crafting The Cover Letter Want to make a good first impression? Cover letters are powerful tools to introduce yourself to prospective employers. Learn from Erica Bender (Associate Director of The Writing Hub) on how to craft your own cover letter. |
2 - 4:30 pm Online Webinar |
RSVP on Handshake (Instructions for accessing Handshake: PDF) |
| June 2, 2020 |
Career Design: Crafting a career that works for you Are you fulfilled by your career? Are your strengths and talents fully maximized at work? Are you struggling to find the right role for you? If you answered yes to any of the above questions, consider joining us for our UC Alumni Career Network webinar focused on career design. Career design is a research-based, creative process of envisioning a career that fits your preferences, interests, personality, and values and taking actionable steps to break down internal and external barriers to prepare for the career you want. Join UC Davis alumna and career expert Robin Reshwan for 60-minute introduction to career design filled with actionable steps to help you envision and craft a meaningful career. |
12 pm Online Webinar |
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| June 1, 2020 |
The Coolest Career You’ve Probably Never Heard Of Think auditing is only about taxes and numbers? Think again! Performance auditing is akin to consulting. The work is project-based and spans a variety of relevant and fascinating public policy issues. If you’re a mission-driven problem solver who desires a career with intellectual rigor, unprecedented access, and tangible impact, you may find that it’s the perfect job you never heard of! Join us to learn more about career opportunities with the California State Auditor’s office and stay for the extended Q&A to get additional insight from the recruiter. |
4:30 - 5:30 pm Online Webinar |
RSVP on Handshake (Instructions for accessing Handshake: PDF) |
| May 29, 2020 |
Diversity Statement Writing Workshop Learn to write a diversity statement! For questions, contact commons@ucsd.edu. |
10 am - 12 pm Online Webinar |
RSVP on Zoom |
| May 20, 2020 |
Industry Job Search Strategies: Finding Success During and After COVID-19 Join the Postdoc Association (PDA) for a Q & A panel-style information session on landing a job in industry. Panelists include Andrew MacConnell, Gareth Jennings, Mary Canady, and Michael Turo. |
2 - 3:30 pm Online Webinar |
RSVP on Zoom |
| May 20, 2020 |
Resume Building Workshop Learn how to highlight your skills and experiences in a way that aligns with what hiring managers and recruiters are seeking in this resume building workshop. The goal is for you to leave feeling confident that your resume confirms that you are a competitive candidate for the job you want. |
11 am - 12 pm Online Webinar |
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| May 8, 2020 |
Fostering Growth Mindset through Productive Struggle In this workshop, we will explore the idea of growth mindset and the impact of an instructor's mindset on student motivation and achievement. Importantly, we will dive into the crucial role of risk-taking and productive failure in learning, and identify how we can build a learning environment that allows for these opportunities. |
11 am - 12 pm Online Webinar |
RSVP on Zoom |
| May 6, 2020 |
Resume Building Workshop Learn how to highlight your skills and experiences in a way that aligns with what hiring managers and recruiters are seeking in this resume building workshop. The goal is for you to leave feeling confident that your resume confirms that you are a competitive candidate for the job you want. |
11 am - 12 pm Online Webinar |
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| April 21, 2020 |
Resume Building Workshop Learn how to highlight your skills and experiences in a way that aligns with what hiring managers and recruiters are seeking in this resume building workshop. The goal is for you to leave feeling confident that your resume confirms that you are a competitive candidate for the job you want. |
11 am - 12 pm Online Webinar |
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| April 21, 2020 |
UC Alumni Career Network: Career Advancement: Tips for managing others For many, career growth is accompanied by the added responsibility of managing others. Learn techniques to expand and enhance your management skills through this one-hour, interactive webinar. Whether you’re an early career professional who aspires to lead a team, a new manager looking for tips to develop your supervisory skills, or an experienced supervisor in search of new insights to motivate your team, this webinar will discuss the ins and outs of managing and inspiring others. |
12 pm Online Webinar |
RVSP on Zoom |
| March 10, 2020 |
Resume Building Workshop Connect with staff from the Career Center & learn how to make your resume stand out. Bring a hard copy of your resume and your laptop, and learn how to highlight your skills and experiences in a way that aligns with what hiring managers and recruiters are seeking. The goal is for you to leave feeling confident that your resume confirms that you are a competitive candidate for the job or internship you want. |
12:00 - 1:00 pm Women's Center |
No RSVP needed. Walk-ins are welcome. |
| February 25, 2020 |
Resume Building Workshop Connect with staff from the Career Center & learn how to make your resume stand out. Bring a hard copy of your resume and your laptop, and learn how to highlight your skills and experiences in a way that aligns with what hiring managers and recruiters are seeking. The goal is for you to leave feeling confident that your resume confirms that you are a competitive candidate for the job or internship you want. |
12:00 - 1:00 pm Women's Center |
No RSVP needed. Walk-ins are welcome. |
| February 20, 2020 |
AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellowships: Info Session Ever wonder who makes the decisions for science policy in Washington DC? Do you wonder if there are actually scientists in the room during federal budget negotiations? |
10:00 - 11:00 am Career Center Horizon Room |
(Instructions for accessing Handshake: PDF) |
| February 11, 2020 |
Resume Building Workshop Connect with staff from the Career Center & learn how to make your resume stand out. Bring a hard copy of your resume and your laptop, and learn how to highlight your skills and experiences in a way that aligns with what hiring managers and recruiters are seeking. The goal is for you to leave feeling confident that your resume confirms that you are a competitive candidate for the job or internship you want. |
12:00 - 1:00 pm Women's Center |
No RSVP needed. Walk-ins are welcome. |
| February 5, 2020 |
Real World Career Series: LinkedIn Join us at the Cross-Cultural Center for a LinkedIn workshop featuring Career Services! Get in-depth advice on how to use the world’s leading job platform. Free headshots after the event. |
3:00 - 4:00 pm Cross-Cultural Center Price Center East Level 2 |
No RSVP needed. Walk-ins are welcome. |
| January 28, 2020 |
Resume Building Workshop Connect with staff from the Career Center & learn how to make your resume stand out. Bring a hard copy of your resume and your laptop, and learn how to highlight your skills and experiences in a way that aligns with what hiring managers and recruiters are seeking. The goal is for you to leave feeling confident that your resume confirms that you are a competitive candidate for the job or internship you want. |
12:00 - 1:00 pm Women's Center |
No RSVP needed. Walk-ins are welcome. |
| January 24, 2020 |
Diversity Statement Workshop In this workshop, we will focus on creating and refining your Diversity Statement. Prior to and during the workshop, you will receive guidance on what to include in a diversity statement, and during the workshop there will be time devoted to dedicated work time - either on your own writing or receiving peer feedback on a draft. |
10:00 am - 1:00 pm Writing Hub (Teaching + Learning Commons) |
RSVP |
| January 23, 2020 |
Beyond the Tenure Track: PhDs in Higher Ed Learn from a panel of PhDs at UCSD about the variety of careers available in higher ed and how they have used the skills they gained in their PhD programs within their professional roles. There will be plenty of time for Q&A, so please come prepared with your questions! |
11:00 am - 12:00 pm Career Center |
(Instructions for accessing Handshake: PDF) |
| January 17, 2020 |
Teaching Statement Workshop In this workshop, we will focus on creating and refining your Teaching Statement. Prior to and during the workshop, you will receive guidance on what to include in a teaching statement, and during the workshop there will be significant time devoted to dedicated work time either on your own writing or receiving peer feedback on a draft. |
10:00 am - 1:00 pm Writing Hub (Teaching + Learning Commons) |
RSVP |
| December 11, 2019 |
Perfecting Your Pitch: A CV and Cover Letter Workshop In this workshop, we will focus on creating and refining your Teaching Statement. Prior to and during the workshop, you will receive guidance on what to include in a teaching statement, and during the workshop there will be significant time devoted to dedicated work time either on your own writing or receiving peer feedback on a draft. |
3:00 - 4:30 pm MET 145 - Medical Education and Telemedicine Building |
Eventbrite |
| November 13, 2019 |
Acing the Interview and Negotiating the Job Offer for Nonacademic Positions Do you want to nail your first nonacademic job interview? Are you nervous about making mistakes because you have spent the last 7+ years as a graduate student and postdoc and never had to conduct a real interview? And what about when you receive that job offer? Do you know how to evaluate it and what you should negotiate? Join us to get tips to help you succeed. |
2 - 4 pm Online Webinar |
Eventbrite |
| November 13, 2019 |
The Efficient Nonacademic Job Search Are you searching for jobs in the most effective way? Do you know how to make your employment search more efficient? Join us if you want to learn tips to help find your next position. |
10:30 - 11:30 am Online Webinar |
Eventbrite |
| November 5, 2019 |
6th SABPA-UCSD Career Development Forum While many postdocs are interested in career opportunities in industry, it remains very challenging to navigate the application process and understand what it takes to obtain an industry position. In the 4th Annual Joint Career Development Forum, co-organized by SABPA and UCSD Postdoc Association, we have invited scientists and senior managers from a variety of local industries including life sciences, data science, and engineering. |
5:30 - 8:30 pm Sanford Consortium, Roth Auditorium |
Eventbrite |
Dates and locations are subject to change.
Resources
Garnett-Powers & Associates (PSBP Insurance Broker) - (800) 254-1758
International Faculty & Scholar Office (International Center) - ischolars@ucsd.edu; (858) 534-3730
Payroll
- Anne Winterton awinterton@ucsd.edu, (858) 822-1185
- Paul Rodriguez prodriguez@ucsd.edu, (858) 534-3241
- Mary Devereaux, mdevereaux@ucsd.edu , (858) 822-5764
- Michael Kalichman, kalichman@ucsd.edu, (858) 822-2027
UC Learning Center - Registration system and catalog of training available to postdocs
UCSD Extension - Postdocs are eligible for a 10 percent discount, up to $50 per quarter, on eligible courses to eligible students at UC San Diego Extension.
UCSD Whistleblower Hotline - (877) 319-0265
Office for the Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination - (858) 534-8298; ophd@ucsd.edu
Office of the Ombuds - (858) 534-0777
Faculty and Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) - (858) 534-5523
Lactation Accommodation at UCSD
UCSD Early Childhood Education Center
Garnett-Powers & Associates Wellness Programs
For more information about benefits and services for UC San Diego postdocs, visit: http://postdoc.ucsd.edu/benefits-and-services/index.html
Professional & Career Development
Useful Links
- New Postdoc Orientation
- Office of Research Affairs (ORA)
- ORA Staff
- Postdoc Funding (FR)
- Funding Resources (ORA)
- Faculty Expertise
- Research Personnel
- Contracts and Grants