Postdocs
Blooming Beyond Academia with Dr. Jameela F. Dallis, Principal Content Strategist (virtual).
With vision, curiosity, and tenacity, leaving academia for a different career that’s both fulfilling and stimulating is possible. Jameela will discuss steps you can take to prepare yourself for the transition beyond academia both emotionally and professionally, along with some … Read more
Pivot to Public Writing (virtual).
In this webinar, Dr. Anthony Ocampo will discuss how faculty can produce public writing that connects with broader audiences within and outside of academia. Structured like a fireside chat, Dr. Ocampo will share his journey by discussing why he wanted … Read more
Employee Wellness Day
Please join us from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Carolina Union where you can pick up a free healthy lunch and enjoy activities like:· Fitness sessions for Zumba, circuit-training, step cardio, Pilates and chair yoga.· Cooking demos—with samples!· … Read more
RCR Training
Ongoing training in Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) is mandated by all federal granting programsincluding NIH and NSF. The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs is offering a three day training that will satisfy theRCR training requirements for the NIH and NSF … Read more
Academia to Consulting
PhDs and other graduate level students are well equipped to become excellent consultants. We are delighted to have these individuals at McKinsey who have specific domain knowledge that is relevant to our clients. You’ll hear from our consultants on their … Read more
Research Collaboration: A Path Beyond the Academy (virtual).
Dr. Melissa M. Moore graduated with a PhD in Communication and a lot of uncertainty. She now is happily working at YouGov, Inc. as a Project Manager, where she collaborates with a large range of clients (academic, industry, government, non-profit) … Read more
PDA Spring Breakfast and Hike
The UNC Postdoctoral Association(PDA) invites you to enjoy the Carolina spring weather with your fellowpostdocs as we hike along the beautiful Haw river! The hike will takeplace on Saturday March 26th from 11am-2pm, with *breakfast(optional) beforehand.Please register here: https://forms.gle/BeabkXanc5DjUu6c8This allows … Read more
UNC Voluntary 403(b) Retirement Program for Postdoctoral Scholars
UNC Voluntary 403(b)Retirement Program10:00am-10:45amThere are two participating vendors in the program, Fidelity and TIAA. The UNC System Voluntary 403(b)Retirement Program is a supplemental retirement plan that allows employees to set aside payroll-deducted contributions on either a tax-deferred or Roth after-tax … Read more