Lisa Ng, Ph.D. from the National Institute of Science and Technology, will speak about her career development and her current career activities as a mechanical engineer. There will be a Q & A afterward. This event is for Grad Students and Postdocs, particularly women in STEM field training programs.
professional development
Entrepreneur Mindset for Graduate Students and Postdocs (Virtual Event)
This session will focus on the Entrepreneur mindset with a specific focus on showcasing your academic skill set as applicable among those skills needed in the broader industry landscape. This event is for Ohio State Grad Students and Postdocs.
This event is part of a weekly series from August 31-September 27, 2022. The series will help graduate students and postdocs prepare for the 2022 Graduate Student & Postdoc Industry Recruitment Events (GSPIRE) on Tuesday, October 25 and Wednesday, October 26. Click on the links to learn more and/or register for the GSPIRE.
Open Access Article Publishing with No Cost to Ohio State Authors (Virtual Event)
Join us to learn more about our current agreements with publishers that provide no cost Open Access article publishing for Ohio State corresponding authors. We will provide an overview of each agreement, the benefits of each for you as an author, and answer questions you may have about Open Access publishing. This event is for Ohio State Faculty, Grad Students, and Postdocs.
International Collaborations: Policies, Processes, & Partnerships Webinar
Whether you are from a domestic institution considering partnering with an overseas research organization or you are an international researcher working through the grant application process, this event will provide you with valuable tools, policies, and guidance. Administrative and programmatic aspects of the application process will be shared, as well as considerations for building a partnership.
2023 Battelle Engineering, Technology and Human Affairs Awards Pre-Proposal Workshop (Virtual)
Ohio State full-time assistant, associate and full professors are invited to submit proposals for the 2023 Battelle Engineering, Technology and Human Affairs (BETHA) Endowment awards.
The annual competition, funded by Battelle Memorial Institute, awards three to six projects (from $10,000 to $60,000) that examine the impact of science and technology on individuals and society.
Emphasis is placed on educational/public service programs and collaborative projects. The submission deadline is Friday, December 9.
The 90-minute Zoom workshop features a panel of past BETHA recipients and review committee members who will share tips for writing a successful proposal and discuss criteria used in the review process.
Networking for Graduate Students and Postdocs (Virtual Event)
This event will discuss the importance of networking, the purpose of connecting with other professionals, and strategies on how to communicate with employers about skills, experiences, and career goals in order to enhance prospects in the job market.
This event is part of a weekly series from August 31-September 27, 2022.The series will help graduate students and postdocs prepare for the 2022 Engineering EXPO Graduate Student & Postdoc Industry Recruitment Event (EE-GSPIRE) event on Tuesday, September, 10am-12pm.
Interviewing for Graduate Students and Postdocs (Virtual Event)
This event will highlight what to do before, during, and after an interview, emphasizing interviewing strategies and techniques. It will include samples of questions and how to answer them, as well as useful suggestions to enhance confidence.
This event is part of a weekly series from August 31-September 27, 2022. The series will help graduate students and postdocs prepare for the 2022 Engineering EXPO Graduate Student & Postdoc Industry Recruitment Event (EE-GSPIRE) that will take place on Tuesday, September 20, 10am-12pm.
Converting Vitas to Resumes for Graduate Students and Postdocs (Virtual Event)
This event will teach participants how to effectively convert a CV into a resume. With a dual focus on both content and format, special emphasis will be placed on how to communicate relevant experience and skills in an industry environment.
This event is part of a weekly series from August 31-September 21, 2022. The series will help graduate students and postdocs prepare for the 2022 Engineering EXPO Graduate Student & Postdoc Industry Recruitment Event (EE-GSPIRE) event on Tuesday, September, 10am-12pm.
Addressing Equity and Inclusion in Your Research Mentoring – Virtual Workshop (Faculty Only)
Date: Nov. 8
Time: 3:00-5:00 pm
Location: Online via Zoom
Prior to attending the workshop, participants will need to complete a 40 minute online module.
Attendance is limited to 25 faculty members from any discipline although many of the case studies come from STEM fields.
This awareness-raising activity will help mentors take full advantage of the workshop. This workshop is designed for mentors of undergraduate and graduate students, postdocs, and junior faculty. During this workshop, participating faculty will learn how to acknowledge the impact of conscious and unconscious assumptions, privilege, and biases in the mentor-mentee relationship. Through group discussion, case studies, and role play, mentors have the opportunity to learn and practice mentoring skills that deal with diversity matters.
Faculty Research Mentoring Workshop (Virtual)
Session 1: Nov. 15 from 1-4 p.m.
Session 2: Nov. 22 from 1-4 p.m.
Where: Online via Zoom
If you are a mentor or would like to be one, attend the research mentoring workshop for faculty Nov. 15 and 22 (must attend both sessions), presented by the Center for Clinical and Translational Science. The training is designed to help faculty who mentor early career researchers, whether junior faculty, postdoctoral trainees, or graduate students, to become more effective research and career mentors. The workshop uses a case-based curriculum designed by the Center for the Improvement of Mentored Experience in Research (CIMER) to “improve [mentoring] relationships at all career stages and promote cultural change that values excellence in research mentoring as a critical aspect of diversifying the research workforce.” The discussion-based approach provides mentors a forum to solve mentoring dilemmas with their peers.
Topics will include: establishing expectations; communications; assessing understanding; addressing diversity; fostering independence.