MCB Industrial Affiliates Program (IAP) will bring back our successful spring symposium model which received a lot of positive feedback from trainees and companies. The format of the event allows various ways to connect with our biotech partners depending on your career development stage: IAP Company Lightning Presentations (all): Learn about our partner companies' cutting-edge…
The word “networking” can seem loaded – this workshop will help you get around the myths and fears and see the real value of connecting with others. Identify ways networking can help you in career exploration and your job search. Learn techniques for approaching someone you don’t know and staying in touch. During the workshop,…
Up to 25-minute individual advising sessions from October through mid-December, 2023 View the QB3-Berkeley IDP here: https://qb3.berkeley.edu/individual-development-plan/ Explore options or pursue a career path supported by easy-to-use planning instruments that help you thoughtfully design and track your professional development goals. Get advice and resources to proactively problem-solve and set yourself up for success. Please write…
Deadline to register Nov 13, 2023 (16 advising slots available) LinkedIn can be an extremely effective tool for investigating career options available to scientists outside of academic research. Additionally, using LinkedIn, you can quickly develop networks in fields that you might pursue. This clini is an opportunity to explore the platform, work on your profile,…
Mentoring sessions from 11am-3pm In-person, Stanley Hall. Room TBA (you must register in advance to attend) Mentoring will be in small groups of 3-5 trainees, and mentoring group topics to choose from include: Scientist and beyond Developing skills for industry Job search advice Navigating the transition to industry Diversity and Inclusion in biotech Bio: Kara…
November 30, 2023 4-5:15pm Online via Zoom This panel will bring together UC alumni and current faculty to discuss STEM faculty hiring and share insights with the audience of STEM PhD trainees. Topics may include: Timeline for search(es), when to talk about your priorities as a couple, and who or what might provide assistance/support to…
Up to 25-minute individual advising sessions from October through mid-December, 2023 View the QB3-Berkeley IDP here: https://qb3.berkeley.edu/individual-development-plan/ Explore options or pursue a career path supported by easy-to-use planning instruments that help you thoughtfully design and track your professional development goals. Get advice and resources to proactively problem-solve and set yourself up for success. Please write…
11am-3pm in-person, Stanley Hall Career talk - 11:00am - noon, Room 177 Stanley Hall Learn about the path from UC Berkeley postdoc to academic administration, and development and support of the scientific community. Arne’s talk will cover his career journey and advice for: -Career decision making and transitions for PhDs -Non-faculty careers on campus -Careers…