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Writing a Successful Grant Proposal workshop

By on April 23, 2014 in Events, Professional Development

Writing Successful Grant Proposals workshop will take place on April 30, 4-6 pm in 66 Main Library. This Graduate College event will present a “nuts and bolts” introduction to the art of grant writing, offering guidance on the type of writing that works best in proposals along with tips on how to avoid common mistakes. Details and registration link are here.

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Call for Abstracts: 4th Annual Postdoctoral Research Symposium

By on October 24, 2013 in Events, Symposium

We are now accepting abstracts for the 4th Annual Postdoctoral Research Symposium that will take place at Beckman Institute on January 31st, 2014. For more information and to register read here.

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Landing a Faculty Position: Practical Advice

By on August 24, 2013 in Events, Professional Development

Landing a Faculty Position: Practical Advice When: September 12th, 3:30 PM Where: Beckman 3269 Society of Postdoctoral Scholars is hosting a Landing a Faculty Position: Practical Advice workshop at 3:30 pm on September 12th in Beckman 3269. We’ll share some do’s and don’ts that will help academic job seekers navigate the job market with more ease. Attendees will have an opportunity to […]

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Chambana Science Cafe: June edition

By on May 30, 2013 in Events

Join us for the next Science Cafe! Where: Espresso Royale in Urbana (1117 W Oregon St, across from Krannert) When: Wednesday, June 5th, 5:30pm Who: Sarah Erickson will talk about Optical imaging for improved diagnosis and surgical guidance of breast cancer. Breast cancer affects one in eight women in the U.S. and is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, though the mortality […]

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Chambana Science Cafe: May edition

By on April 30, 2013 in Events

Join us for the next Science Cafe! Where: Espresso Royale in Urbana (1117 W Oregon St, across from Krannert) When: Wednesday, May 1st, 5:30pm Who: Rob Kanter from the School of Earth, Society, and Environment will be giving a presentation on Seeing the nature of human landscapes. Through “Environmental Almanac,” a weekly newspaper column and radio segment, Rob encourages people to view themselves as “plain […]

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International Postdoc Opportunities

By on April 19, 2013 in Events, Fellowships

Here are a couple international postdoc fellowship opportunities: the deadline for University of Sydney fellowships is very close; and a workshop/information session to learn about Marie Currie Fellowships is April 29th at 8:30 am (more info and register).

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Postdoctoral Research Day in Ames, IA

By on April 18, 2013 in Events

Iowa State University is hosting a Postdoctoral Research Day on June 10, 2013 at Iowa State University in Ames, IA. Abstract submission deadline is 5:00 pm CST on April 30. Find more information and register here.

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Academic Job Search: Practical Advice

By on March 31, 2013 in Events, Professional Development

Academic Job Search: Practical Advice When: April 18th, 3 PM Where: Beckman 2269 Society of Postdoctoral Scholars is hosting an Academic Job Search: Practical Advice workshop at 3 pm on April 18th in Beckman 2269. We’ll share some do’s and don’ts that will help academic job seekers navigate the job market with more ease. Postdocs who have gone through this process will share […]

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Chambana Science Cafe: April event

By on March 25, 2013 in Events

When: Wednesday, April 3 @ 5:30pm Where: Espresso Royale in Urbana (across from Krannert) What: Chris Black from the Ecology Program will talk about his research on how plant roots affect the climate and why ecologists love weighing things

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First Impressions for Networking and the Job Search

By on March 7, 2013 in Events, Professional Development

Postdoctoral scholars and graduate students are invited to the First Impressions for Networking and the Job Search. This workshop will prepare participants to make positive first impressions at professional meetings, throughout their job searches, and social events, and conclude with a reception to practice newly learned networking skills. The event is co-sponsored by the Graduate College Career […]

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