Weekly PDA Newsletter- April 16th, 2020

Thu Apr 16 22:03:36 EDT 2020

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MITPDA Newsletter
April 16h, 2020 | pda.mit.edu<https://pda.mit.edu/>

Contents

PDA & Other Events

Funding Opportunities
Miscellaneous

PDA & Other Events

"This too shall pass."

TOMORROW!!!!***BOARD GAME NIGHT***
In these difficult times to keep up with socializing (virtually), maintain our mental health and build community among the postdocs, we invite you to join us for virtual board game night every Friday at 6:00 to 8:00pm.(See you on Friday, April 17th!)

To join us, use this Zoom invitation<https://mit.zoom.us/j/370048155>. Questions? Email ashwinl at mit.edu<mailto:ashwinl at mit.edu>.

Postdoc DE&I Journal Club
Are you interested in learning what the science says about teaching, mentoring, inclusivity, and related subjects? Do you have trouble finding the time to read articles and research on these subjects on top of your own work? The PDA DE&I Committee is starting a diversity-related journal club to help! Sign up via this form<https://forms.gle/1JVRi2RGsmC5yWAY8>.

The PDA DE&I Committee has now a web page!
Check it out here<https://pda.mit.edu/resources/diversity/>
<https://pda.mit.edu/resources/diversity/>

<https://pda.mit.edu/resources/diversity/>
ICEO's Story Telling Event Series:
Scheduled Topics :
April 23rd at 4pm, Hindsight is 20/20
<https://pda.mit.edu/resources/diversity/>
Register<https://www.eventbrite.com/e/thursday-tea-time-with-iceo-a-lesson-and-a-blessing-tickets-101643093228>
April 30th at 4pm, Compassion
Register<https://www.eventbrite.com/e/thursday-tea-time-with-iceo-compassion-tickets-101643430236>

Friends of Sarah
As a STEM career coach, I’ve seen many women postdocs and Ph.D. candidates experiencing challenging work environments. Realizing the relationship with your boss is at risk and feeling like you are stuck in your circumstances leads to feeling like we are completely isolated in dealing with the reality that in the U.S., in STEM, one person has the power to determine your career.
I hope you will plan to join our community on April 20th from 6:00pm - 8:00pm EST using the following link: Join Zoom Meeting
<https://zoom.us/j/140704341>

FUNDING OPPORTUNITY in Europe
Marie Curie Postdoctoral Fellowships
Details<https://www.luxinnovation.lu/msca-individual-fellowship-opportunities-in-luxembourg/?_cldee=Y29udGFjdHBkYUBtaXQuZWR1&recipientid=contact-7bd0c295b678ea1180e7005056bfe55c-a350a869438245faad0d165971cfcfc5&esid=823d703d-aa78-ea11-80e7-005056bfe55c#Research>

MIT Writing Center
Working remotely- to make an appointment go here<https://mit.mywconline.com/>

A message from Ombuds:
During these uncertain times everyone’s resilience is being tested in countless ways. From navigating the challenges of continuing to learn and work remotely with colleagues and peers under stress, to negotiating new ways of collaborating and communicating. The Ombuds Office is available to offer support and assistance to the MIT community in navigating these challenges and exploring constructive options for success. We are available for confidential phone or Zoom meetings and can also facilitate online sessions and group discussions to help teams function and support good communication skills during this challenging period.  Contact information: email kalina_s at mit.edu<mailto:kalina_s at mit.edu> or call 617-253-5921 Details here<http://ombudsoffice.mit.edu/>
Brain Break going ONLINE<https://pda.mit.edu/events/brain-break-%f0%9f%a7%a0-is-going-online-3/>
Mondays at 4pm

***MIT and VPR Office offer many resources to build your professional career - check them out <https://forms.gle/bgwXdevPWiNEHqBy8> here<https://postdocs.mit.edu/>***

Predictive Multiscale Materials Design Course

June 1-5, 2020 More info<https://professional.mit.edu/course-catalog/predictive-multiscale-materials-design>

Fund your event via PInG Grant
Got an idea how to enrich our community? We got funds to help you put it to life. Apply here<https://pda.mit.edu/events/ping/>
(ongoing application process)

Weekly Postdoc Sports<https://pda.mit.edu/events/sports-events/>

LGBTQ+ and allies<https://qtphds.mit.edu/>

GLiMPSE Podcast<http://glimpse.mit.edu/>

GLiMPSE's recently released a 2 part series podcast with MIT Institute Professor Bob Langer

Click here to view<http://glimpse.mit.edu/> the podcast

more…<https://pda.mit.edu/events/calendar/>

Funding Opportunities

An extensive list of fellowships is available here<https://pda.mit.edu/resources/fellowships/>

Get to Know Each Other
Send an email to nbarbour at mit.edu<mailto:nbarbour at mit.edu>

Miscellaneous

Broadening Engagement through Engineering at MIT (BEEAM)

Details here<https://pda.mit.edu/broadening-engagement-through-engineering-at-mit-beeam/>

Simons Collaboration on Global Brain Boston Area Postdoc Meeting

Details here<https://www.simonsfoundation.org/collaborations/global-brain/events/>

MIT Creative Arts Council

Postdocs are invited to attend concerts and lectures on campus, Details here<http://calendar.mit.edu/calendar?event_types%5B%5D=102755>

MIT Spouses & Partners Connect
Details here<https://spouses.mit.edu/>

Career Advising and Professional Development

Schedule an appointment here<https://capd.mit.edu/explore-careers/services-alumni-and-postdocs>

CAPD events<https://capd.mit.edu/events>

MIT Writing and Communications Centre
Details here<https://cmsw.mit.edu/writing-and-communication-center/>

Peer-to-peer scientific communication resource: Comm Lab
Details here<http://mitcommlab.mit.edu/find-comm-labs/>

MIT Work Life Centre
Details here<https://hr.mit.edu/worklife/center>

MIT Employee Resource Group
Details here<https://hr.mit.edu/diversity-inclusion/ergs>

MIT Alumni Association’s Infinite Connection
Details here<https://pda.mit.edu/resources/career-after-mit/alumni/>
MIT Alumni Job Board<https://alum.mit.edu/careers/jobs>

MBTA Access: Visit the Atlas Service Center (E17-106)

Free Membership to the National Postdoctoral Association

Details here<https://www.nationalpostdoc.org/general/register_member_type.asp?regkey=B87D7B9B-5C95-48F6-9ECA-A5014531B05D>

MIT Postdoctoral Association
Contact us<https://pda.mit.edu/about/contact/> | Get involved!<https://pda.mit.edu/about/get-involved/>

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