Tuesday, August 1, 1 PM
“Interviewing for Professional School”
Scott Morgan, Public Speaking Coach
Building 35, Room 10
This is a fantastic workshop for learning interview strategies and gaining confidence. In this highly interactive session, you will learn:
- Tips to help you prepare for your interviews and present yourself professionally
- Types of questions you can expect, with examples
- Strategies for delivering your best answers
- Types of questions to ask your interviewers
- How to adapt your interviewing skills to virtual platforms
To register, please email Ms. Veronica Harker (veronica.harker@nih.gov) for access to the Google document online.
Wednesday, August 2, 9 AM–4 PM
Annual Grant Writing Workshop
Paula Gregory, PhD, University of North Texas
For those interested in grant writing and NIH funding opportunities, join us for a virtual one-day workshop! Led by Dr. Paula Gregory, Professor, Physiology & Anatomy, Associate Dean for Faculty & Educational Development, School of Biomedical Sciences, University of North Texas, this one-day workshop will provide participants with the concepts and structure to plan and prepare a successful grant proposal.
Through didactic presentations and active discussions, participants will learn to develop a rigorous research approach and a well-defined career development plan.
To register for this workshop, please email Ms. Veronica Harker (veronica.harker@nih.gov), and she will provide the sign-up link.
Thursday–Friday, August 3–4, All Day
NIH Summer Poster Days
This year, NIH Summer Poster Days will be hybrid! The in-person poster day is scheduled for August 3 and 4 at the Natcher Conference Center (Main Bethesda Campus, Building 45). The virtual poster day is scheduled for August 3.
More information is available at 2023 NIH Summer Poster Day. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Dr. Yewon Cheon (cheony@mail.nih.gov) or Ms. Alexis Schirling (schirlingam@mail.nih.gov).
Thursday, August 3, 17, and 31, 1 PM
Summer Webinar Series
Led by Daniel Olson-Bang, PhD, STEM Career Services, LLC
Join us for a new webinar series this summer, ideal for those of you planning for the academic job market! On behalf of STEM Career Services, Dr. Daniel Olson-Bang, an adjunct professor and academic career/professional development director, will guide you through the entire process. After its July launch, the next three sessions will continue through the month of August. It’s not too late to join!
Please email Ms. Veronica Harker (veronica.harker@nih.gov) to receive the Google document for registering. A Zoom link will be provided to you before each session.
August 3: Crafting Effective CVs and Cover Letters for Academic Positions
Hiring committees are responsible for reviewing and scoring applicants for a given position. Ultimately, impactful materials make the difference between moving on and being thrown into the “no” pile. This session will offer tips about what makes great application documents that stand out, as well as strategies to move your candidacy to the next stage.
August 17: Teaching, Research and Diversity Statements
The complexity of the Research, Teaching, and Diversity Statements often requires the subtlest and precise crafting. The Research Statement highlights the value of your work to date, but more crucially, tells the committee about your bright future. Diversity Statements attest to the ways in which you support diversity, inclusion, and equity in all that you do—whether in the lab, the classroom, or in service. A commonly misunderstood document, the Teaching Statement reveals your burgeoning identity in the classroom. Learn how to make these essential documents core to an unforgettable package.
August 31: Academic Interviewing
All interviews are stressful, but academic interviews offer complexities and challenges that are unlike other types. This session will walk you through types of academic interviews and the committee’s expectations as it moves towards a final selection.
For those of you who complete the series, Office of Education Director Dr. Erin Walsh will be available to provide individualized guidance and support as you prepare your application materials (this cycle or next). This includes one-on-one meetings and review/feedback of your drafts.
Ongoing Events Around Campus
NIH-Wide Office of Intramural Training and Education Events
For more information and registration, please visit Upcoming OITE Events.
NIH Library Training and Events
For more information and registration, please visit the NIH Library Calendar.