This event is recommended for: Postbacs; Graduate Students; Postdocs/Fellows; NIH Staff Scientist/Staff Clinician. Find out how to expand and maintain your network. This session will also explore using social media, especially LinkedIn, to advance your job search. The session will be on the gotowebinar platform: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6409667214866532366 A recording of a recent (identical) presentation can be found…
Are you missing the in-person Grad Write-In at the Barn? Want to be part of a supportive writing community, virtually, until we can all meet up again? Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big Red Barn Join us on Zoom, beginning Tuesday, September 22, every Tuesday and/or Thursday morning, 9am to noon,…
This workshop is structured for PhD students and Postdocs entering the Industry market. We will focus on career options, strategies and techniques to explore career options in industry, non-profit and government. Ever wonder what skills transfer? Or if you could be a consultant? Bring a job advertisement for your Dream Job, computer and spirit of…
Big Red Barn Trivia continues via Zoom! Space is limited, so reservations will be first come first served. Please Check the Big Red Barn's Newsletter for the registration link! Registration goes until Monday at 8pm. Only one representative from each team needs to RSVP. Please include your team name and the number of…
Are you missing the in-person Grad Write-In at the Barn? Want to be part of a supportive writing community, virtually, until we can all meet up again? Join the Virtual Writing Group with the Big Red Barn Join us on Zoom, beginning Tuesday, September 22, every Tuesday and/or Thursday morning, 9am to noon,…
Are you writing a graduate fellowship application for external funding? Join us as we address your questions and provide guidance as you work toward finalizing your fellowship application. Pre-register for Thursday, October 8, 11am to 1pm (ET) Pre-register for Tuesday, October 13, 3 to 5pm (ET)
Do you often feel drained by departmental drama? Do feel unclear how to handle conflicts that arise in your department? Are you unsure when, where, and how to manage conflict with people who will be voting on your tenure? Academics are notoriously conflict avoidant and the inability to manage conflict can result in negative physical,…
Virtual games! Prizes! We will be playing several games on Jackbox. Look for the inscription link on our weekly newsletter!
Systemic Inequities in STEM have impacted the diversity and inclusive practices within academic institutions. Over 80-85% of faculty representation is white males, while the representation of individuals receiving PhDs - "The STEM pipeline" - is becoming more diverse, with over 45% of women and about 15% of people of color receiving their PhDs. While this…