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 February 15, 2016 - 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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Is It Plagiarism or Collaboration?
It's an open secret in the education community. As we go about integrating technology into our schools, we are increasing the risk and potential for plagiarism in our tradition-minded classrooms.
In fact, a recent PEW research study found that while educators find technology beneficial in teaching writing skills, they feel it has also led to a direct increase in rates of plagiarism and infringement of intellectual property rights. In my recent article about using Google Drive as a system for students to write and submit work, many of the readers who commented expressed their concern that students would use such a tool to "peek" at their peers' work and perhaps use it for "inspiration."
Click here to read the full article by Carey.
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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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Don't Be a Professional Downer
In October 2008, three scientists received the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for their discovery and development of green fluorescent protein, a jellyfish protein that was used as an innovative tool in cell and molecular biology. On the morning of the announcement, my thesis adviser and lab mates were excitedly discussing this wonderful achievement. Instead of contributing to the pleasant conversation, I revealed that one of the scientists who had made a pivotal discovery for this research was now driving a shuttle van for a living.
Click here to read the full article by Magaldi.
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"Networking" isn't just drinking a glass of chardonnay at a party while chitchatting about your career.
It isn't handing your business card to someone and walking away.It isn't "connecting" with someone on LinkedIn without any sort of introduction or follow-up.
To be an effective networker, you have to put in the time and effort, do your homework, step out of your comfort zone, and avoid the common mistakes many people make.
Click here to read the full article by Denihy.
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Tax Assistance Program
The Notre Dame/Saint Mary's College Tax Assistance Program (TAP) offers free tax return preparation services to international visitors. All international visitors in F-1 or J-1 status MUST file a tax return, even if they earned no income during 2015.
Tax services to international clients are by appointment only. Due to the many variables in international client tax situations, all international visitors are required to use the online Appointment Scheduling Process (ASP) to schedule their appointments. The ASP will guide tax clients to the preparer best suited to assist in their tax return preparations.
For more information on how to make an appointment, forms, etc., click here.
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Teaching Statement Workshop
Drafting a teaching statement is a necessary practice as you prepare for the academic job market. Participants in this workshop will discuss the purposes for writing a statement and practical steps for getting started. Participants will also have the opportunity to review sample statements and complete hands-on activities for initiating the writing process. Feel free to bring your lunch.
- Date: Feburary 18, 2016
- Time: 12pm - 1pm
- Location: Debartolo Hall, Room 216 (map)
- Presenter: Kristi Rudenga, Assistant Director, Kaneb Center (bio)
- Sponsored by the Postdoc Women's Committee
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Amish Culture Spring Break Field Trip
Join us for this unique opportunity to get a glimpse into the Amish way of life. We'll visit an Amish bakery, bulk food store, Amish school and Menno-Hof. You will also have free time to grab lunch and browse the quaint downtown area of Shipshewana, Indiana and explore the shops and eateries at Davis Mercantile. Visit ISSA to sign up by March 4, 2016. Cost is $15.00 (check or credit card) and includes transportation, private tour guide, and entrance to Menno-Hof. The trip is open to Notre Dame students, scholars, and their spouses.
Click here for more information.
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Material Characterization Workshop Series - ND Energy
You are invited to attend the following Materials Characterization workshops. The workshops are designed to provide fundamental technical principles and practical sample preparation and measurement tips required to acquire high quality data from these instruments. Each workshop will begin with a presentation by Dr. Ian Lightcap, Senior Scientist and Facility Manager, with plenty of time for questions and answers. In the afternoon, instrument time will be available to run user samples in order to practice sample prep skills, as well as data acquisition and analysis. If you are interested in attending any of the workshops described below and would like to bring samples, please RSVP to Dr. Lightcap at least three days before the workshop.
DSC, TGA, & TGA/ Mass Spectrometer
Click here to learn more about the workshop series.
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The February 29th deadline is fast approaching for the Postdoc Challenge proposal applications!
The Postdoc Challenge offers postdoctoral research associates at Indiana University, Purdue University, and the University of Notre Dame valuable proposal writing and reviewing experience in areas related to translational research through the use of one or more of the CTSI-Designated Core Facilities at these universities (RFA attached). This is a competitive opportunity for two 1-year awards of $5000 each per institution in the form of an expense account for use of core facility services. Postdoctoral research associates from the participating institutions are encouraged to submit applications that clearly articulate their translational strategy and how this strategy can be advanced through the use of technologies offered by a core facility.
If you are interested in participating as a proposal reviewer, please plan to attend the "Overview of the NIH Peer-Review Process" workshop on Friday, February 26th. Tommy Sors will discuss how to critically review a grant, review criteria, how grant review panels work, and expected review timelines. See meeting details below. For those interested in being considered as a reviewer, please submit your CV to Wendy Field at your earliest convenience.
Overview of the NIH Peer-Review Process Workshop
- February 26th
- 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- DeBartolo Hall 205 (map)
or you may login from your office:
- Call in: 1-855-282-6330
- Attendee access code: 28849692
- Log in here
- Event password: review
Please click here for more information about CTSI and applications.
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Reilly Center Mini-Grants
Click here for more information.
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ND Energy offers competitive fellowships for undergraduate and graduate students and postdoctoral research associates to conduct energy-related research at Notre Dame. These fellowships support new advancements in energy technologies, while broadening the educational experiences for students and postdocs receiving these awards. If you are interested in energy-related research and would like to apply for a postdoc fellowship, please click on the appropriate link below. For Postdocs, the applications will be accepted year round.
Click here for the ND Energy Postdoctoral Fellowship Program application guidelines.
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Graduate School Professional Development Programs
All postdocs may take professional development programs from the Graduate School.
Wednesday, February 17th
- EAP Workshop: English Pronunciation Strategies and Techniques
- 06:30 PM - 07:45 PM
- 216 DeBartolo
Thursday, February 18th
- Worth Every Penny: Negotiating the Job Offer
- 05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
- 116 DeBartolo Hall
Friday, February 19th
- Lunch and Learn: Community-Based Teaching
- 01:00 PM - 01:55 PM
- Carey Auditorium, 107 Hesburgh Library
Saturday, February 20th
- Improv for Scholars (3MT) -- Utilizing Improvisation Techniques to Connect with an Audience
- 09:30 AM - 03:00 PM
- 226 Westlake Hall (west entrance to campus behind RecSports)
Tuesday, February 23rd
- Word 2013: Using Word for Your Research Writing Project
- 01:00 PM - 04:30 PM
- OITC Room B003
For workshop descriptions and registration instructions, please 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.
Tuesday, February 23rd
- Writing Multiple Choice Questions
- 03:30 PM - 04:45 PM
- ND Room, LaFortune Student Center
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.
Tuesday, February 16th
- Addressing Incivility In The Classroom: Effective Strategies For Faculty
- 1:00 - 2:30 PM
- Virtual, register here
For a list of the Spring 2016 webinars, click here.
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Hesburgh Libraries Workshops
The Hesburgh Libraries and Center for Digital Scholarship workshops are offered to all ND Postdocs.
Hesburgh Libraries Workshops
Click here for this week's list of workshops.
All CDS workshops take place in the CDS Classroom (Room 129), Hesburgh Library 1st Floor Northeast.
Wednesday, February 17, 2016
- Social Network Analysis, Reid Boehm
- Social Network Analysis: Basic Visualization Tools
- Beyond Text
- 09:30 AM - 10:45 AM
- ND Room, LaFortune Student Center
Wednesday, February 24th
- Intro to Stata
- 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
- 129 Hesburgh Library Center for Digital Scholarship
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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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