March 25-29, 2024 | Vol. 10, Issue 13
In this issue:
- Career Story with James Butler, Ph.D.
- outGRADS' 2nd Annual Drag Show for Charity
- UR CTSI Digital Health Seedling Award Program: Request for Applications
- Shedding Some Light on a Career in Industry with a Life Science PhD
- Big Ideas in Science and Medicine Pitch Competition
- PhD Public Policy Pitch Competition
- GWIS Spring Travel Award
- Teach with your Research: Applying your research interests and skills to teaching
Career Story with James Butler, Ph.D.
Wednesday, March 27 | 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm| 1W-304 Auditorium, School of Nursing
James Butler, Ph.D. an SMD PhD Biophysics Alum with an extensive background and experience in industry with Hamamatsu, an international photonics corporation, now serving as both Manager for Business Development and Vice President for Marketing. His career epitomizes the fusion of scientific expertise with strategic vision, where his innate entrepreneurial spirit and deep understanding of biophysics seamlessly integrate into his roles, driving innovation and growth in his work at Hamamatsu. Dr. Butler's journey underscores the power of aligning passion with profession, showcasing how diverse skills can converge to shape a successful and impactful career trajectory. Event Flier with details.
outGRADS' 2nd Annual Drag Show for Charity
Monday, March 25 | 6pm-8pm | Feldman Ballroom in the Frederick Douglass Commons on River Campus
Samantha Vega is returning to host alongside Kyla Minx, with performances from Chintz McMahon! We are also welcoming student drag performers (see form below!). Food and refreshments are provided for attendees. Event flier with details.
Tickets to the show are only $10/person minimum donation to the Arnett House, a project by the Center for Youth that helps unhoused LGBTQ+ Youth. Your donation e-mail/receipt is also your ticket to the show! Just bring a picture on your phone or print out the receipt. This gets you access to the show, food, and a great time! Make sure you select the "UR Drag Show" fund when you donate. If you’d like to get tickets for other folks or for a group, you can e-mail zee.click@rochester.edu in advance with a copy of your receipt and the names/groups you’d like to have the tickets! You can donate to get your ticket(s) here: www.centerforyouth.net/donate/
If you are interested in performing, or just helping out with the show, please fill out this form!
Tell your department! Tell your friends! Bring your partner! This show is open to the whole UR Community, and we'd love to bring as many people as possible together to have a great time while supporting a great cause. If you have any questions, please e-mail Zee at zee.click@rochester.edu
UR CTSI Digital Health Seedling Award Program: Request for Applications
The UR CTSI’s Digital Health Seedling Award provides up to $25,000 to support research that advances the development, approval, adoption and use of innovative digital health tools, methods and approaches. The one-year award is available to full-time faculty at the University of Rochester who are studying digital health approaches, tools and data including utilizing sensors and mobile technologies, electronic medical records, data from registries and other real world data and approaches to advance clinical research and address regulatory science needs. Apply by Monday, March 25, 2024.
Shedding Some Light on a Career in Industry with a Life Science PhD: Exploring the scientific roles in industry as a scientist, sales, consultant, business development, and marketing
Wednesday, March 27| 3:30pm-4:30 pm | Upper Auditorium (3-7619), School of Medicine & Dentistry
Dr. James Butler will give a presentation titled "Shedding Some Light on a Career in Industry with a Life Science PhD" where he will discuss his career story and experiences working in an industry setting. It should be very informative for anyone thinking about pursuing this type of career after graduation. Sponsored by SMD Entrepreneurs. This event will be offered both in-person and Zoom. Please find Zoom information below.
HTTPS://URMC.ZOOM.US/J/6504344690?PWD=WTJTNHZUEMNJU1VJV01TY1RCK1F0ZZ09
Meeting ID: 6504344690
Passcode: 0RYgS5
Big Ideas in Science and Medicine Pitch Competition
Thursday, March 28, 2024 | 4:30 pm-7:30 pm | CEL Learning Lab D (in-person only)
This event will be held from 4:30-7:30 pm in 2-7544 CEL Learning Lab D (in-person only) and requires your registration by March 25 (tinyurl.com/BigIdeasinScience24) The pitch competition will involve small groups presenting their venture ideas to a panel of judges (Dr. Anthony Franchini, Dr. Shafaqat Rahman, Dr. James Butler, and Mike Riedlinger) for the chance to win up to $1000 in cash prizes. This is a great opportunity to get some experience pitching business ideas in a real-world setting. You can contact Brandon_Davis@URMC.Rochester.edu for additional information and requirements about the pitch competition.
The One-Page PhD Public Policy Pitch Competition
Submission Deadline is April 1st
The One-Page PhD Public Policy Pitch Competition is designed to empower the next generation of researchers to effectively communicate the public policy implications of their research using just one page of written text.
For full details and information, please visit this webpage.
First place winner is awarded $750, and second-place winner is awarded $500.
Important dates: Registration is open from 2/12 through 3/15; Submissions due by 4/1; Required advocacy training session on 3/20 from 2 pm to 3 pm via Zoom.
Students/Postdocs should contact Jodi Miller with any questions.
Well-being Listening Session for Graduate Students
Join us for an insightful Well-being Listening Session during Graduate Student Appreciation Week dedicated to understanding the well-being of graduate students and exploring avenues for enhanced support. As the demands of academic life continue to evolve, it's crucial to prioritize the mental, emotional, and physical health of graduate students. In this collaborative session, we'll ask you to share about unique challenges faced by graduate students, help us identify areas where support can be strengthened, and brainstorm innovative solutions together. Your perspectives and experiences are invaluable in shaping initiatives that foster a nurturing environment for growth and success. The session will be held on April 10th from 12 – 1 PM via Zoom. Registration is required. Open to all enrolled graduate students at University of Rochester. Hosted by the UHS Health Promotion Office's Graduate Student Wellness Committee.
GWIS Spring Travel Award
Application deadline is Wednesday, April 17th at noon.
You must be a graduate student in years 1 through 5 and an active participant in GWIS. Travel will be sponsored on the basis of scientific merit (thus it is key that you describe your past and ongoing research), need (explain why the requested travel is important for your scientific growth), and regular participation at GWIS meetings as evidenced from the meeting registrations and sign-in sheets. To date, 75 GWIS members have received Travel Awards.
There are two steps for completing an application:
Step 1. Submit a completed Application Form (attached document) along with a copy of your C.V. and copies of your peer-reviewed publications to stephanie_scoville@urmc.rochester.edu by noon on April 17th .
Step 2. Request that your Ph.D. mentor and one of your Ph.D. advisory committee members each forward a letter of reference to stephanie_scoville@urmc.rochester.edu by noon on April 17th.
Successful applicants for a GWIS Travel Award can also use funds to attend and participate in virtual meetings.
Teach with your Research: Applying your research interests and skills to teaching
Tuesday, April 2nd| 11:00am – 1:00pm | Louise Slaughter Conference Room (1-9555)
myHub will host a professional development seminar which will feature a career story with 2012 UR SMD alumna from Microbiology and Immunology, Brendaliz Santiago-Narvaez, Ph.D. The session will focus on helping individuals identify skills and tools they have gained from research and applying those to a teaching position. Lunch will be provided.
Calming U
Unleash the potential of mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and self-compassion in this empowering 4-week course. Embrace a calmer, more focused mindset to conquer academic challenges and flourish throughout your college journey. The course is tailored to UR students but is open to all UR community members, including faculty and staff. Calming U Registration Information.
Bonus: By attending all four sessions, you will receive a giveaway of your choosing: The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook, a meditation cushion, or a yoga mat.
Two course options are available in March:
Fridays with Debra, 3/22-4/12, from 10:30-11:45 AM via Zoom
Thursdays with Rebecca, 3/28-4/18, from 3-4:15 PM in Genesee 325
The Body Project
4-week evidence-based program to build a healthier body image and increase sel-festeem. Open to all women and non-binary undergraduate and graduate students. Provides a safe space for all women to confront and challenge unrealistic apperance ideals. The Body Project starts Wednesday, March 20th from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. at the UHS Health Promotion Office. Register in CCC.
OUTbreath for LGBTQ+ Folks
Following the practices in “A Queer Dharma: Yoga and Meditations for Liberation” by Jacoby Ballard, Kyle Trenshaw will be facilitating two queer-centered spaces of shared experience and support in which participants can develop mindfulness skills for stress-reduction and relaxation. All members of the campus community are welcome to join this practice; however, allies will be asked to “step back” to make space for queer voices during debriefs and commit to contributing to safety for everyone in attendance. Classes will be held via Zoom on Thursdays April 4, 11, 18, and 25th from 8-9:15 PM. Registration is required for access to the Zoom link.
Bonus: By attending all four sessions, you will receive a giveaway of your choosing: Your own copy of “A Queer Dharma”, a meditation cushion, or a yoga mat.
Internship/Postdoc/Employment Opportunities |
Boston University’s Professional Development and Postdoctoral Affairs is pleased to be offering a virtual open house for prospective postdocs that will be held on March 27-28, 2024. Full details here.
This week’s social media spotlight comes from postdoctoral associate Tom Tam who had the opportunity to present his research during the 2024 Society of Toxicology Annual Meeting in Salt Lake City, Utah earlier this month.
Accommodations
The University of Rochester is committed to providing inclusive experiences and equal access to programs and services. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation, please contact Mary Beth Kitzel. In all situations, a good faith effort (up until the time of the event) will be made to provide accommodations.
OTE Submission Information
Submissions for the weekly Monday edition of OTE are due by Thursday at 5:00 pm. Please submit materials to myHub@urmc.rochester.edu.
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