Weekly PDA Newsletter - January 1, 2017

Sun Jan 1 16:40:29 EST 2017



*Dear MIT Postdocs,As you make resolutions and set goals for the new year,
we’d like you to remind you of the career services for postdocs at MIT
Global Education and Career Development. Postdocs can schedule career
advising appointments
<https://gecd.mit.edu/explore-careers/services-alumni-and-postdocs> for
in-depth discussions about resume/cover letter reviews, career exploration,
internship or job search strategies, and mock interviews. Be sure to take
advantage of their insight as you plan your year!Happy New Year!
Cheers,Meghan-----Dr. Meghan HuberCorresponding SecretaryPostdoctoral
Association of MIT (PDA)Follow the MIT-PDA on social media!MIT-PDAwebsite
<http://pda.mit.edu/>Facebook
<https://www.facebook.com/groups/44093460815/>Twitter
<https://twitter.com/MITPDA>Instagram
<https://www.instagram.com/mitpda/>LinkedIn
<https://www.linkedin.com/groups/2506720/profile>Boston-PDAwebsite
<http://bostonpostdocs.org/>NEXT MIT-PDA MEETINGWednesday, January 11,
201712:00pm Rm E25-401 (to be confirmed)Lunch will be provided!REGISTER
HERE
<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1-vT1gzgyik3JHFWaRgQwAVeVoiaoQFK7iP2MO4dtKwo/viewform>Please
join us for our monthly MIT-PDA meeting! Get involved with any of the
various committees (e.g., sports, advocacy, committee, community building)
and have your voice heard. This is a great opportunity meet your fellow
postdocs on campus! MIT-PDA NEWS AND EVENTSPostdoc Orientation SessionsThe
PDA offers Postdoc Orientation Sessions open to all postdocs at MIT. Topics
covered include: - Data on postdoc population at MIT - MIT oversight of
postdocs- Defining postdoc expectations- Differences between fellows and
associates- PDA structure and initiatives- How to get involvedThe sessions
will be typically the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month at 12pm (45-60min)
in E49-5145. Lunch will be provided. The dates for the semester are as
follows: January 9, January 23, February 6, February 27, March 6, March 20,
April 3, April 24, May 22. If you are interested in participating, you can
register via Atlas or here
<http://web.mit.edu/training/course.html?course=CDT21061c>.GLIMPSE (PDA
PInG Initiative)              If you would like to be interviewed by
GLIMPSE podcast or would like to help with the podcast (music, logo,
artwork), please contact us at glimpse.podcast at gmail.com
<glimpse.podcast at gmail.com>. For more information, please visit us at:
http://glimpse.mit.edu/ <http://glimpse.mit.edu/>OTHER MIT AND LOCAL
EVENTSNext WeekCreating Scientific Figures with Adobe IllustratorHosted by
the MIT Biology DepartmentVisual aids are one of the most important tools
we have in communicating our research to others, be it in a publication, a
talk, or a class. In the first hour, learn how to efficiently use Adobe
Illustrator to make and edit figures, and work on your own figure during
the second hour. Geared towards beginners, but all levels welcome. We may
have some tricks you don’t know yet! Please bring a laptop with Adobe
Illustrator installed and working, and an idea or figure to work on.
Presenter – Sera Thornton, Digital Learning Fellow, MITx Biology Date and
Time Tuesday, January 10, 2:30-4:30pmLocation 68-181Alternative Careers in
AcademiaHosted by the MIT Biology DepartmentInterested in opportunities in
academia other than a faculty position? Our panelists do exciting work as
senior scientists, core facility management, in health and safety and in
education. Come hear about the career paths that led them there!Date and
Time Thursday, January 12, 12:00-1:30pmLocation 68-181Upcoming
Deadlines2017 L’Oréal USA For Women in Science Fellowship
ProgramApplications for the 2017 L’Oréal USA For Women in Science
fellowship program are now open. The application and more information about
the L¹Oréal USA For Women in Science program can be found at
www.lorealusa.com/forwomeninscience
<http://www.lorealusa.com/forwomeninscience>. Applications are due on
Friday, February 3, 2017. Please see the website page for information.NU
Grant Writing Coaching Group @ Boston CollegeHosted by the The National
Research Mentoring Network Both coach and mentee applications are now being
accepted for the Boston Grant Writing Coaching Group. Mentees will enhance
their grant writing skills and knowledge by working closely with successful
researchers who know what it takes to obtain NIH grant funding. Group
sessions will be held at a Boston College and online throughout the Spring
2017. Visit their website
<https://nrmnet.net/grantwriting-coaching-groups/trainee-programs/nu-grant-writing-coaching-group-for-mentees-at-boston-college/>
for full details on the program and how to apply.Priority deadline for
applications January 17, 2017Final deadline for applications January 30,
2017CHECK OUT THESE SITES FOR ADDITIONAL EVENTS postdocs.mit.edu
<http://postdocs.mit.edu/> (Office VPR)MIT GECD Events
<https://gecd.mit.edu/mit-events>MIT Spouses&Partners Events
<http://spouses.mit.edu/mit-events>MIT Events
<http://events.mit.edu/>Boston PDA Events
<http://bostonpostdocs.org/events-calendar/>Mass-AWIS Events
<http://mass-awis.org/category/events-calendar/>**NOTE: Association of
Women in Science Massachusetts Chapter (http://mass-awis.org/
<http://mass-awis.org/>): Since MIT is a Collegiate Rep of AWIS, the MIT
community can attend Mass AWIS events at the member price.  First, apply
for your free membership through the national AWIS website
http://www.awis.org/ <http://www.awis.org/> as a Collegiate Rep and select
the Massachusetts Chapter. Do this prior to registering for any events.MIT
RESOURCES FOR POSTDOCSFREE Mindfulness and Meditation Classes from MIT
MedicalFind Some Om Under the DomeMIT Libraries is offering drop-in
meditation and relaxation sessions. Please join us for silent meditation in
the Barker reading room. Sit for a minute, or 30. Beginners welcome - no
experience necessary. Every Monday at noon in the Barker Dome of Barker
Engineering Library (10-500). Please arrive promptly. Registration is
required.
<https://medical.mit.edu/community/wellness/classes/mindfulness-meditation>Meditation
for your WellbeingCommunity Wellness at MIT Medical offers drop-in
meditation and relaxation sessions. Sit back and relax - no experience
necessary. Please arrive promptly. A short talk and guided meditation
begins at 12:10 pm. This class is held every 2nd Wednesday of the month,
12:10 pm-12:40 pm. Led by Seth Monk. Registration is required.
<https://medical.mit.edu/community/wellness/classes/mindfulness-meditation>MIT
Writing & Communication CenterThe Center provides free professional advice
about all types of writing and speaking/oral presentations, including
specialized help for non-native English speakers. See their website for
more details: http://cmsw.mit.edu/writing-and-communication-center/
<http://cmsw.mit.edu/writing-and-communication-center/>MyLife
ServicesMyLife Services
<http://o6os.mj.am/link/o6os/xlkt8jnnqpg8/1/-kBne3WjUT8Ww6LEA98gxw/aHR0cDovL2hyd2ViLm1pdC5lZHUvd29ya2xpZmUvbWl0bXlsaWZlc2VydmljZXM>
is a free, confidential, 24/7 counseling, consultation, and work-life
referral service provided by KGA, Inc., a trusted external provider of
employee assistance programs. Postdoc Associates and Fellows are eligible
for services provided by KGA, Inc. through the MIT Work-Life Center and
MyLife Services. You can now access a network of experts who can help with
the challenges of life and work, such as: - Financial planning, debt
management, and legal issues- Personal and work relationships- Sleep and
nutrition- Stress, anxiety, depression, and other emotional concerns- Child
and elder careThis includes 5 FREE confidential mental health counseling
sessions, as well as access to 24/7 confidential counseling services. We
encourage you to learn more about MyLife Services by calling 1-844-405-LIFE
(1-844-405-5433) or going online
<http://o6os.mj.am/link/o6os/xlkt8jnnqpg8/2/y46EmaQ0aMF6d85vixaLTg/aHR0cDovL2hyd2ViLm1pdC5lZHUvd29ya2xpZmUvbWl0bXlsaWZlc2VydmljZXM>.
For more information or to provide feedback, please contact the MIT
Work-Life Center. MIT Spouses&Partners Connect Offers social and
career-related groups and events for your spouse/partner/family. For more
information and event listings, visit http://spouses.mit.edu/
<http://spouses.mit.edu/>. MIT Employee Resource GroupsJoin an Employee
Resource Group (ERG) at MIT!ERGs are employee-led groups formed around
common interests, issues and/or a common bond or background. ERGs host
activities such as lectures, socials, dinners, etc. Both Postdoctoral
Fellows and Associates are invited to join. Current ERGs include: -
African, Black, American, Caribbean @MIT (ABAC at MIT) ERG- Asian Pacific
American ERG- Latino ERG,- Lesbian, Gay, ,Bisexual, Transgender (LGBT) ERG-
Millennials ERG- Women in IT ERGCheck out the link for more information and
upcoming events: http://hrweb.mit.edu/diversity/ergs/current
<http://hrweb.mit.edu/diversity/ergs/current>OTHER RESOURCESFree Membership
for the National Postdoctoral AssociationThe National Postdoctoral
Association (NPA) is a member-driven organization that provides a unique,
national voice for postdoctoral scholars. Since 2003, we have taken on the
ambitious agenda to enhance the quality of the postdoctoral experience in
the United States. We have assumed a leadership role in addressing the many
issues confronting the postdoctoral community that are national in scope
and requiring action beyond the local level. Get your free affiliate
membership with the National Postdoctoral Association here:
http://www.nationalpostdoc.org/?page=individual_members
<http://www.nationalpostdoc.org/?page=individual_members>*
-------------- next part --------------
An HTML attachment was scrubbed...
URL: http://mailman.mit.edu/pipermail/mit-postdocs/attachments/20170101/000cd799/attachment-0001.html
-------------- next part --------------
A non-text attachment was scrubbed...
Name: pda.png
Type: image/png
Size: 45948 bytes
Desc: not available
Url : http://mailman.mit.edu/pipermail/mit-postdocs/attachments/20170101/000cd799/attachment-0001.png