Spring 2006 Postdoctoral Professionalism Series
Pitt Postdoc INTRO2006
Maximizing Your Postdoctoral Success:
An Orientation to a
Full Academic and Social Life in
Pittsburgh
Tuesday, January 31, 2006
2 - 5 PM
S100 Biomedical Science Tower
Vice Provost for Graduate Studies
Hosts: The Office of Academic Career
Development (OACD)
and the University of
Pittsburgh Postdoctoral
Association
(UPPDA)
Join your colleagues, meet senior administrators, and become acquainted with the rich resources at your disposal as a new member of the University and Pittsburgh communities.
Publishing in a High Impact Journal:
The Editor’s Perspective
Thursday, February 23,
2006 3 – 5
PM
Auditorium #6, Scaife Hall
Presenter: Catherine DeAngelis, MD, MPH
Editor-in-Chief, Journal of American
Medical Association (JAMA)
The publication of research results in a high
impact journal is an important process in the
dissemination of your research findings. Take
advantage of this unique opportunity to learn
the tips and strategies for insuring your
publication success from the editor's
perspective. As editor-in-chief of JAMA,
Dr. DeAngelis is responsible for the daily
decisions regarding manuscripts accepted for
publication.
Join your colleagues in this interactive session
when your questions will be addressed first hand
by this
prominent editor.
Building an Effective Presentation:
Making Your
Data Come Alive
Tuesday, March 21, 2006 3 – 5 PM
S120 Biomedical Science
Tower
Presenter: Maureen Murray
Murray Associates
Have you ever felt confident about your data,
yet uncertain about presenting it? You're not
alone!
Public speaking is challenging for most
of us, maybe more so for scientists who haven't
had the opportunity to acquire the speaking
skills that transform a presentation from good
to excellent. Learn how to organize and deliver
an engaging presentation, and add polish and
interest to your data so you'll get noticed by
colleagues, faculty, and prospective funding
agencies.
Writing a Robust Research Plan
Thursday, April 20, 2006 3 – 5 PM
S120 Biomedical Science Tower
Presenters: Kevin L. Kraemer, MD, MSc
Ora A. Weisz, PhD
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
A wee-organized, clear, and detailed research
plan is a critical component of successful grant
applications. This interactive workshop will
review the elements of a successful research
plan, provide practical examples, and include
skills-building exercises.
Fall 2005 Postdoctoral Professionalism Series
Pitt Postdoc INTRO2005
Maximizing Your Postdoctoral Success: An Orientation to a
Full Academic and Social Life in
Pittsburgh
Friday, September 9, 2005 2 - 5 PM
1105 Scaife Hall
Opening Remarks:
Arthur S. Levine, MD
Senior Vice Chancellor
for the Health Sciences
Dean, School of Medicine
Hosts: The Office of Academic Career
Development (OACD)
and the University of
Pittsburgh Postdoctoral
Association
(UPPDA)
Join your colleagues, meet senior administrators, and become acquainted with the rich resources at your disposal as a new member of the University and Pittsburgh communities.
Developing the Networking Strategies to
Advance Your Career: How Effective Interpersonal
Communication Skills Can Make the Difference
Tuesday, October 25, 2005
3 - 5 PM
S120 Biomedical Science Tower (BST)
Presenter: Bonnie Budzowski, MA
Building your skills in research and your
area of specialty has been the primary focus of
your education to date. Now, how do you build
the interpersonal skills you need to establish
relationships necessary to move your career
forward? This dynamic and interactive session
will focus on practical strategies for postdocs
to forge valuable relationships and connections
in and outside the lab.
Managing Interpersonal Conflict:
A Problem-Solving Approach
Wednesday, November 16, 2005
3 – 5 PM
S100 Biomedical Science Tower (BST)
Presenter: Catherine Morrison
Whether conflict surfaces unexpectedly or
brews for a long time, we often find ourselves
struggling with how to respond. This interactive
workshop will provide participants with an
effective model for resolving interpersonal
conflict in a healthy and productive manner.
Interactive exercises and examples will link the
material to frequently occurring conflicts in
clinical and research settings.
Building Blocks for Constructing a
Successful Career: How to Use an Individual
Development Plan and Annual Performance
Appraisal.
Tuesday, December 6, 2005
3 – 5 PM
S120 Biomedical Science Tower (BST)
Presenters: Joan M. Lakoski, Ph.D.
Steven Wendell, Ph.D.
This workshop will enable you to apply essential tools to enhance your postdoctoral training experience and ensure you reach your professional goals. The individual development plan (IDP) represents a collaborative strategy of mentoring between the faculty mentor and postdoc at the initial stage of postdoctoral training. The expectations and milestones along the path to reaching career objectives will be outlined to ensure successful career development and a productive postdoctoral training experience for both the mentor and postdoc. Based on this plan, the annual performance evaluation/appraisal will ensure this professional development is proceeding while providing a flexible tool to adapt these collaborative goals to an evolving career objective.
