One-on-One Consultations
Do you need assistance with career services, finding funding, developing an IDP or have questions but don't know whom to ask or where to go? Click here to schedule a One-on-One consultation with Kim Patton.
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ND Calendar & Events
For a full listing of events on the Notre Dame campus for the week of August 17, 2015 - click here.
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Academic iNDex
- A secure, easily accessible, online repository for your academic and professional information
- An index of your publications, presentations, grants, work history, and other academic achievements
- A resource for identifying scholars eligible for specific grant and fellowship opportunities
- A tool to quickly create personalized CVs, resume, lists of publication or presentations, and more
For more information about Academic iNDex and how to use it, click here.
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National Postdoctoral Association (NPA)
The NPA is a member-driven organization that provides a unique, national voice for postdoctoral scholars. Since 2003, they have taken on the ambitious agenda to enhance the quality of the postdoctoral experience in the US. They have assumed a leadership role in addressing the many issues confronting the postdoctoral community that are national in scope and requiring action beyond the local level.
- The University of Notre Dame is a sustaining member of the NPA.
- ND Postdocs can join the NPA for free.
- Learn about the benefits of a NPA membership here.
For more information about the NPA and to become a member, click here.
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Versatile PhD - Humanities & Social Sciences
- Discover interesting career paths as an alternative to the faculty track
- Join a large community of post-academics to consult about your situation and the versatility of your PhD, MA, or postdoctoral appointment
- Read job listings appropriate for postdocs
- Network with successful post-academic PhDs nationwide
For more information about Versatile PhD and how to use it, click here.
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Spotlight Jobs of the Week
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| GPS for Mind, Body & Soul |
By Allison M. Vaillancourt for Vitae
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A couple of weeks ago I was asked by a foreign university to provide a written reference for someone I didn't know.
Usually when I am asked to write a reference I know the person well and can speak to their strengths. In this case, the university in question wanted my expert opinion about the work of one of their staff members. This 'blind peer review' of a person - rather than a paper - was a new process for me.
Click here for the full article by Mewburn.
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Mentors are fundamental in molding young scientists into independent researchers. These relationships can take on many forms and evolve along the way, but they never stop being important for a scientist.
Relationships with mentors change as a young scientist's career progresses and they gain experience. But it is na�ve to think that you are less dependent on the advice from your peers as you grow. "I think you need more advice in a way, but different types," says Martin Chalfie, 2008 Nobel laureate in chemistry. Venkatraman Ramakrishnan, 2009 Nobel laureate in chemistry, agrees that it is important to have somebody who you trust to discuss major decisions with. He maintained a close relationship with his postdoctoral mentor as his career progressed, "He was always very honest - I didn't always agree with him - but I always found it useful to talk to him."
Click here for the full article by Gatchell.
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The ND Postdoc Newsletter wants to share your research or article you have written with the ND Postdoc Community. If you would like to submit an article for the newsletter, please email Kim Patton.
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PhDs Do Have Transferable Skills, Part 2
by Elizabeth Keenan for Vitae
Years ago, right when I started grad school, a friend gave me a copy of So What Are You Going to Do With That?, the standard guide for Ph.D.'s considering careers outside academe. I was pretty insulted: I hadn't even finished my master's, let alone my Ph.D. I wasn't even ambivalent about a career in the academy yet! I was just venting to her about my weird department, which surely was different from the rest of the academic world. (Spoiler alert: It wasn't.) What the hell was this person thinking, forcing a nonacademic career on me?
Click here to read the full article by Keenan.
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How to Handle Bad References
A negative or even lukewarm reference can knock a candidate right out of contention for a job. The safest way to avoid having your search sabotaged by an unexpected bad reference is to carefully pre-screen your references.
Lay out your case in advance to potential reference givers and ask if they are in a position to support your candidacy by providing a positive recommendation.
Click here to read the full article by Doyle.
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Graduate Student & Postdoctoral Fellow Lightning Talks |
ND Day of Digital Humanities | Digital Week 2015
New Technologies, New Knowledge
The Center of Digital Scholarship and the Office of Digital Learning invite lightning talk proposals from graduate students and postdoctoral fellows for ND Day of Digital Humanities 2015. The lightning talk session is intended to provide presenters with an opportunity to showcase their research as well as facilitate networking among presenters and attendees. This fast-paced event is a great opportunity to share your research with the campus community and to develop your communication skills.
- Date: September 24, 2015
- Time: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
- Location: Hesburgh Library Center for Digital Scholarship (1st Floor Northeast)
- More Info: Click here
- Questions? [email protected]
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There are several funding opportunities for ND Postdocs. Here is a list. Links are provided for specific details to each award below.
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Provides opportunities for scientists and engineers to learn first-hand about policymaking and implementation while contributing their knowledge and analytical skills to policymakers.
For more information on the AAAS Fellowship Resources, click here.
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Graduate School Professional Development Programs
The Graduate School's Professional Development workshops will begin again in Fall 2015. All postdocs may take professional development programs from the Graduate School.
For workshop descriptions and registration instructions, click here.
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Workshops from the Kaneb Center
Are you interested in learning more about discipline-specific teaching and learning in the university setting? The university offers workshops on university teaching and learning in various fields through the Kaneb Center! Consider enrolling in one of the workshops.
For workshop descriptions, click here.
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Workshops from the NCFDD
The National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity is an independent professional development, training and mentoring community of over 71,000 graduate students, postdocs, and faculty members. The NCDFF is 100% dedicated to supporting academics in making successful transitions throughout their careers. They offer on-campus workshops, professional development training, and intensive mentoring programs.
The University of Notre Dame is an institutional member of the NCFDD. Through Notre Dame's membership, ND Postdocs may claim an Institutional Sub-account Membership at no cost and enjoy all the benefits of a NCFDD Individual Membership. Register here to join NCFDD.
For a list of the Summer 2015 webinars, click here.
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Hesburgh Libraries and Center for Digital Scholarship Workshops
The Hesburgh Libraries and Center for Digital Scholarship workshops are offered to all ND Postdocs.
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English for Academic Purposes Workshops
The Center for the Study of Languages and Cultures' English for Academic Purposes program offers workshops that are open to all ND Postdocs.
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Disclaimer:
The views and opinions expressed in the media, articles, and comments included in this newsletter are solely the views and expressions of the original sources' authors and contributors, and do not necessarily represent those of the University of Notre Dame, The Graduate School, or the Office for Postdoctoral Scholars.
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