In the progression from graduate student to postdoctoral scholar, early-career scientists start demonstrating their independence as researchers. Finding and securing funding can serve as an important step in the transition, demonstrating your ability to design research projects (as well as build your CV). In this panel, you will learn the types of awards Berkeley bioscientists…
Cole A. DeForest, Professor, University of Washington Cole A. DeForest, Ph.D. Weyerhaeuser Endowed Professor Associate Professor & Associate Chair for Graduate Studies, Department of Chemical Engineering Associate Professor, Department of Bioengineering Adjunct Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry Core Member, Institute for Stem Cell & Regenerative Medicine University of Washington The extracellular matrix directs stem cell…
What makes for a GREAT postdoc experience, whether it is in industry, national labs or academia? How can you ensure that this next step in your training will prepare you for a successful career? Panelists will discuss the process of identifying and pursuing. postdoctoral opportunities. Why do a postdoc? What are the steps in. searching…
Workshop for doctoral students in any discipline, Offered by QB3-Berkeley Graduate and Postdoc Career Development and Sponsored by GradFest, the Graduate Division and the LEAD Center. Register here: https://forms.gle/TLLZUKGCiWPUTPs38 Do you want to explore PhD career paths and narrow down options as quickly as possible? Do you want to try out real job tasks in…
If you are currently on the job market (or plan to be in the Fall) this is a chance to improve your effectiveness when interviewing. Get feedback on your interview skills, and prepare for online and screening interviews. Learn how to use the Big Interview platform (offered by the Cal Career Center) to help with interviewing success.…
Who are the QB3-Berkeley Professionals in Residence? In 2020-2021, accomplished scientists will connect with trainees through a virtual Professionals in Residence (PIR) program, to increase doctoral students/postdocs exposure to a range of career paths that utilize advanced scientific training. Each of these PIR mentors will engage in a “residency” with QB3-Berkeley, providing their expertise on career exploration…
Timothy L. Downing, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of California, Irvine Timothy L. Downing, Ph.D. Assistant Professor Department of Biomedical Engineering University of California, Irvine Molecular heterogeneity is emerging as a critical feature of multicellular life. While single-cell analyses have revealed the existence of cell-to-cell variation in the levels and activities of…
Nicole F. Steinmetz, Ph.D., Professor, NanoEngineering Director, Center for Nano-ImmunoEngineering, UC San Diego Nicole F. Steinmetz, Ph.D. Professor, NanoEngineering Director, Center for Nano-ImmunoEngineering UC San Diego Nanoscale engineering is revolutionizing the way we detect, prevent and treat diseases. Viruses are playing a special role in these developments because they can function as prefabricated nanoparticles. We…