January 20-24, 2025 | Vol. 11, Issue 3
In this issue:
- Workshop on Research and Teaching Presentations
- Scientist Mentoring Diversity Program
- NIH Fellowship Information Session
- Lunar New Year Celebrations
- IRACDA Postdoctoral Fellowship Programs
- NIH [F]ellowship Writing Club
- Graduate Assistantship - Office of Residential Life and Housing Services
- Childcare Grant for PhD Students
Workshop on Research and Teaching Presentations
Tuesday, January 21 | 2-4pm | Ryan Case Method Room (1-9564)
Struggle with giving talks? Nervous when presenting? Want to improve your research presentations or lectures? Make your thesis defense easier? This workshop is for you!
The workshop, led by Dr. John Frelinger, will teach how to create and deliver effective PowerPoint presentations for research seminars, thesis defenses, and lectures. If you bring your computer and PPT you can get feedback during a hand-on portion. This is open to all students, postdocs, and even faulty. Refreshments will be provided. Check the flyer out for more details.
Scientist Mentoring Diversity Program
Wednesday, January 22 | 12:00pm-1:00pm | CEL Classroom 2-7544
Come and learn about SMDP Biotech and SMDP MedTech. What is SMDP? The one-year career mentoring program connects ethnically diverse students (Undergraduate Juniors and Seniors, Baccalaureate, Master’s, Ph.D., Postdoctoral Researchers) and early-career professionals with industry mentors from companies in the medical technology, biotechnology, and consumer healthcare industries.
NIH Fellowship Information Session
Thursday, January 23 | 9:30-11:30am | Louise Slaughter Room (1-9555)
NOTE: New date, time and location
Elaine Smolock, Director of Writing Services and Grant Development in myHub will present fundamental information about how to apply, prepare, and plan to write an NIH Fellowship. This seminar is intended for predoc and postdoc fellows who are interested in learning about NIH Fellowships. Information about F-clubs will also be provided at these sessions. Coffee and Snacks will be provided.
IMPORTANT:
There are new guidelines for NIH Fellowships. These changes will be discussed at this meeting.
Lunar New Year Celebration
Wednesday, January 31 | 5:30pm | Feldman Ballroom
IRACDA Postdoctoral Fellowship Programs: What are They and How to Apply
Wednesday, February 5 | 12-1pm | Ryan Case Method Room (1-9576)
Are you interested in post-doctoral programs that incorporate training in research and teaching? IRACDA (Institutional Research and Academic Career Development Award) programs include both! Erin graduated from the IMV program at UofR in 2024 and then began an IRACDA fellowship at UPenn. In this information session on Wednesday, February 5, we will discuss her experience applying to IRACDA programs, what they are like, and answer any questions you may have. Lunch will be provided.
NIH [F]ellowship Writing Club
Thursdays in February | 2-4pm | Anderson Room (G-8534)
New and improved for Spring 2025! myHub within Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs (GEPA) will again host an “F-Club”, which will serve as a writing support group for individuals interested in writing applications for F awards. The club will meet in person every other Thursday at 2p beginning on Februayr 6, 2025. All participants will have access to the myHub Archer Career Grant Writing Modules titled “Pathway to Fellowship” before the club begins. If you would like to take part in myHub’s “F-Club,” please fill out this survey by January 30, 2025. If you have further question, contact Elaine Smolock
An Introduction to the NIH Fellowship Program
Tuesday, February 11 | 10-11:30am | Virtual
Individual NIH fellowship programs (often referred to as the “F” series) are designed to foster the growth of promising predoctoral and postdoctoral scholars by providing financial support, mentorship, and access to training opportunities that will enable them to conduct high quality research, contribute to scientific knowledge, in keeping with NIH’s mission. At this live, virtual event NIH experts will
- Discuss NIH’s fellowship programs
- Break down the fellowship application and peer review process
- Share Practical tips for preparing a competitive application
- Answer your questions at the Q&A session
Whether you’re new to the NIH fellowship process or you just want a refresher – this webinar is for you.
URSMD Office for Faculty Development Education Grand Rounds
Wednesday, February 26 | 12-1pm | Class of '62 Auditorium & Zoom
Trusting relationships between faculty and learners, described as an "educational alliance", play an important role in constructive feedback. Yet, such relationships are difficult to achieve in current clinical learning environments (CLEs). Much of the current literature focuses on efforts to improve learners' trust in faculty supervisors, with little attention to faculty trust in learners as partners in the educational process. In this presentation, we will share findings from our study of faculty perceptions of and experiences with constructive feedback to learners in clinical learning environments. Based on these findings, we will discuss current initiatives to improve feedback at our institution.
| Job/Internship Opportunities |
Sarepta - Internships
Now accepting Summer 2025 Internship Program applications. Sarepta is a commercial-stage biotechnology company with leadership positions in Duchenne muscular dystrophy and limb-girdle muscular dystrophies. The company, which has four marketed products and a deep pipeline of programs in various stages of development, offers paid internships for college and graduate students majoring in STEM as well as non-science disciplines. Interns are introduced to Sarepta’s business, research and culture through hands-on learning, independent projects, and a seminar series that exposes them to the roles and responsibilities of major functions within a biotech company.
Graduate Assistantship - Office of Residential Life and Housing Services
Graduate Assistantships under the Office of Residential Life and Housing Services are currently open, and applications are being accepted for the 2025-2026 academic year. Priority will be given to those who apply by March 14th, 2025. All are part time, and most of them come with compensation that includes a stipend, partial meal plan, and a fully furnished apartment. Any questions can be directed to GradAssistantSelection@UR.Rochester.edu
Open Scholarship Award applications for PhD students
The Office of Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs and Open Scholarship Community Rochester collaborated this year to create the Open Scholarship Awards, a new incentive for PhD students that celebrates those who demonstrated exemplary efforts in making their research open and accessible to the wider community. Applications for these awards are now open and due on February 28 at 11:59 p.m. Up to 15 prizes are available to students from all disciplines in five domains: physical and natural sciences, social sciences, engineering, arts and humanities, and medical sciences.
Daily Yoga Classes at the GAC
Ignite your inner fire and brighten the cold winter days! Start the Spring semester with yoga to find your inner peace as you establish the new routines. Open to all students, faculty, and staff—no experience needed. Mats and equipment are provided, simply bring yourself and maybe a friend! Strengthen and lengthen with us in the Leibner-Cooper Room at the Goergen Athletic Center. Classes are hosted by Mindful University Project x Yoga Vibe’s experienced yoga teachers. Check our schedules and register for classes, or just drop-in.
LGBTQ+ Well-being Fair
Thursday, February 13 | 2:30-4:30pm | Wilson Commons, May Room
Join the UHS Health Promotion Office from 2:30-4:30 PM on Thursday, February 13 in the May Room, Wilson Commons for our LGBTQ+ Well-being Fair. Get info from campus and community organizations on all things LGBTQ+ sexual health, mental health, social groups, and more. Stock up on condoms, satisfy your sweet tooth, and enter to win some prizes!
Free STI Testing on January 27th
Sign up for free and confidential testing for HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and Hepatitis C provided by Trillium Health and the Health Promotion Office. Appointments are limited!
Childcare grant for PhD students
Are you a full-time PhD student? Do you have a child or children aged newborn through six years old? If yes to both questions, you may apply for the University’s childcare grant for PhD students. More information can be found on the program web page, which includes an overview of the program, eligibility requirements, and an FAQ, as well as a link to the application portal, which is open Wednesday, January 1, through Friday, January 31, for the spring 2025 grant. Email childcaregrant@rochester.edu with questions.
PDA Coffee Hour
Tuesday, January 21 | 9-10am | Natapow Room (1-9545)
Our first PDA Coffee Hour of 2025 will take place this Tuesday from 9:00-10:00 AM in the 1-9545 Natapow Room at the School of Medicine and Dentistry. Come and join us for coffee/tea and pastries! As always, you can grab something to go or stay a while. Please register on CCC if you plan on attending so we can get a rough head count.
*New postdocs: you will need to register with CCC and join the Postdoctoral Association Group before you are allowed to register for any events
Intelligence Community Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Program Recruitment and Information Fair
Thursday, January 23 | 1-3:30pm | Virtual (on the Brazen platform)
Join us for a virtual event showcasing the Intelligence Community Postdoctoral Research Fellowship Program! During the event, program representatives and research topic authors will be on hand to answer your questions in 1-on-1 chats. If you have any questions, contact us at ORISEVirtualEvents@orau.org.
NPA SmartSkills: Becoming a Principal Investigator
Tuesday, January 28 | 3pm | Virtual
Making the transition from a mentored postdoctoral position to directing your own research group can be very difficult, if not intimidating. Those that utilize a thoughtful and informed approach have the best chances for success. This webinar will discuss the many issues faced by investigators as they prepare for their first independent position and their early years as a junior faculty member. This includes new skill sets to acquire as well as previously unfamiliar career milestones to achieve. Included in the discussion are practical suggestions to meet these challenges.
UCLA Bio-Launch Program
The application deadline is Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at 11:59 PST.
Thursday, February 27 & Friday, February 28 | all day | Virtual
The Office of Bioscience Postdoctoral Affairs at UCLA invites you to apply to UCLA Bio-Launch, a recruitment initiative for bioscience researchers. This program includes professional development workshops, networking opportunities, and a faculty matching service. You are eligible to apply if you are an advanced PhD student, a recent PhD graduate, or an early-career postdoc scholar. Prospective postdocs from groups traditionally marginalized in the biosciences and/or from disadvantage backgrounds are encouraged to apply. There is no citizenship requirement to apply. Check out the website to learn more about the program. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to reach out Letty Treviño.
Emory University Winship Postdoc Fellow Recruitment Event
The application is due by January 31st, 2025.
Are you interested in exploring postdoctoral training opportunities and anticipate graduating from your PhD program in 2025? You are invited to apply to visit Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University and participate in a special event to be held March 13-14th, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.
For questions, please visit the website or contact the Winship Education and Training team. You may also contact Dr. Greg Lesinski, Associate Director for Basic Research and Shared Resources at Winship Cancer Institute, or Dr. Larry Boise, Associate Director for Education and Training at Winship Cancer Institute.
2025 Philadelphia Postdoc Preview
Tuesday, February 11 | 12:00-3:30pm | Virtual
The Philadelphia Postdoc Preview will take place virtually on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, will include introductions to the participating institutions and will provide information on what it is like to live and work in Philadelphia. In addition, current postdocs from across the institutions will share their experiences. If you have any questions, please reach out to PhiladelphiaPostdoc@gmail.com.
Yale University Virtual Postdoc Recruitment Event
Friday, February 14 | 1-4pm | Virtual
Yale University’s Office for Postdoctoral Affairs is hosting its Virtual Postdoc Recruitment Event on February 14, 2025, from 1-4pm EST on Zoom to engage scholars interested in pursuing postdoctoral training at Yale University. Our goals are to support potential postdocs in their career exploration and identifying next steps, engage with potential postdocs from underrepresented and historically excluded groups, and increase awareness of the experience of and resources supporting Yale postdocs. Please find full details on the webpage.
Virtual Postdoc Preview with Brown University
Wednesday, March 12 | 12-2pm | Virtual
The Office of University Postdoctoral Affairs (OUPA) is excited to announce a Virtual Postdoc Preview for individuals interested in learning more about postdoctoral training at Brown University. This event is scheduled for Wednesday, March 12, 2025, from noon to 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time via Zoom. This event aims at advanced PhD students and current postdoctoral scholars within 1-2 years of completing a doctoral degree. If you have any questions, please contact OUPA by emailing postdoc-affairs@brown.edu. Please click here for more information or click here to register.
| NSF I-Corps Regional Course Information |
MECCC
NSF I-Corps Regional Courses are for university-based STEM researchers and early-stage startup founders who are interested in exploring the market potential of their work and learning entrepreneurial skills. Participants learn to apply “customer discovery” methodology to evaluate the potential for translating their technology innovation from the lab into a successful product and/or service.
This week's social media spotlight features Dr. David Delemos, a PhD candidate.
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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