Preparing for a Career as a Principal Investigator [FR]

Preparing for a Career as a Principal Investigator

Thinking about a career in academia? The Stem Cell Network is hosting a candid and practical webinar and panel discussion on how to navigate the path to an academic position. Gain insights on building the right experience during your Ph.D. or postdoctoral training, understanding the academic job search process , and developing effective strategies for finding and applying to faculty positions.

Who Should Attend?

Research trainees who are considering career paths in academia (faculty positions) are encouraged to attend.

Learning Objectives:

Prepare to effectively position yourself for success in today’s academic landscape during your time as a trainee.
Learn about the day-to-day activities and responsibilities in an academic position to help decide if it’s the right career for you.
Understand how to craft competitive faculty application packages, including research proposals, and tailoring your application package to the call.
Gain insight on the typical steps of the faculty hiring process, standard elements of a faculty contract, and tips for negotiating your contract.

Speakers:

Marian Hettiaratchi, Associate Professor, Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact, Department of Bioengineering, University of Oregon
Michael Kallos, Department Head and Professor, Schulich School of Engineering, Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Calgary
Ian Tobias, Assistant Professor, Department of Biomedical Sciences, University of Guelph

Eligibility

Research trainees who are considering career paths in academia (faculty positions) are encouraged to attend.

A research trainee is a graduate student, post-doc, research associate and/or technician currently working in the field of stem cells and regenerative medicine in a Canadian lab.

Preparing for a Career as a Principal Investigator [FR]

Preparing for a Career as a Principal Investigator [FR]