~From UNC’s Grad School~ Mentoring principles are universal and apply to a variety of professional settings in and out of academia. This mentoring workshop series (based on the CIMER: Entering Mentoring) will provide training in competencies and skills with effective mentoring (being mentors themselves). Postdocs in all disciplines are welcome to participate. Sessions will be ... Read more
Do you often start the summer with high hopes for your writing projects, but end disappointed by your actual productivity? Do you want to figure out how to be more productive AND enjoy your life this summer? Join us for a hands-on planning webinar! We offer our planning webinar at the beginning of each term ... Read more
Occurs virtually on the second Thursday of every month. All postdocs are welcome to attend! For the most recent zoom link, please email Martha Johnson (martjohn@email.unc.edu) or Jasmine Edwards (jasmine_edwards@med.unc.edu). More information about the PDA-BIPOC Alliance can be found on the website here.
The International Postdoc Alliance (IPA) meet on the second Monday of every month to discuss all things related to International postdocs. All postdocs are welcome to attend! Please email co-chairs Laszlo Balint (laszlo_balint@med.unc.edu) or Luigi Castriotta (luigi.a.castriotta@unc.edu) for more information.
. Jumpstart your summer practicum with this intro to time-saving tools and valuable research resources! Initially designed for MPH students, this may also be useful for postdocs seeking a refresher on the following: Literature review methodologies Building a search strategy Identifying and locating gray literature Advanced searching skills in library databases Citation management tools Plus, ... Read more
The SheThrives Conversation Club is a supportive forum designed exclusively for women professionals in the medical sciences. Through engaging discussions and thoughtful exploration of contemporary issues, challenges, and opportunities in the field, participants have the opportunity to deepen their understanding, share experiences, and collectively shape the future of women in medical science. The club offers ... Read more
Conspiracy theories are often thought of as a distinctly masculine and politically conservative phenomenon, but Yvonne Eadon’s research complicates this by introducing the concept of feminized conspiracy theories—those that appeal to women and femmes or are concerned with traditionally feminine topics. How do women and queer people engage with conspiracy theorizing? And how are feminized ... Read more
Join UNC Postdoc Yvonne Eadon as she talks to us to about conspiracy theories and gender dynamics. The Research Café is a free series, organized by postdocs, to share the exciting research being carried out at UNC with the local community. All talks are delivered by engaging professionals who are leading experts in their ... Read more
This series aims to have an open and honest dialogue focused on mental health and well-being to decrease stigma and explore new tools to support ourselves and others in the biomedical research community. The series is open to all trainees, fellows, and staff at NIH and elsewhere who wish to join this important conversation. 3/27, ... Read more
Many people are conflict avoidant, but conflict can help us grow and learn. In this class, we will explore our own styles, consider how we might align with different styles, and learn about some strategies for de-escalating and resolving pesky problems.
Many people are conflict-avoidant, but conflict can help us grow and learn. In this class we will explore our own styles, consider how we might align with different styles, and learn about some strategies for de-escalating and resolving pesky problems. Participation is free with UNC’s institutional membership to the National Postdoctoral Association. Use your UNC ... Read more