MIT PDA Newsletter - July 5, 2022

Giulio Alighieri galighie at mit.edu
Mon Jul 4 17:50:01 EDT 2022 

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MITPDA Newsletter
July 5, 2022 | pda.mit.edu<https://pda.mit.edu/>

General PDA meeting
This general meeting will be recurring on the ‘FIRST' Tuesday of every month unless otherwise rescheduled. Participation of all postdocs across MIT is highly appreciated.
Next PDA meet: 07.05.2022, 12-1 pm. Find the zoom<https://mit.zoom.us/j/96956637192> link. This meeting is open to ALL postdocs. Please attend to learn more about the activities of the PDA​.
After the general meeting, come and meet members of the PDA at the Muddy Charles from 5 pm onwards. Don’t forget to bring ID (US photo ID or foreign passport) and cash - looking forward to meeting you!
PDA DEI committee meeting
The next PDA DEI committee meeting will be first Tuesday of every month from 1-2 pm (right after our monthly PDA meeting). In addition to talking about the DEI efforts happening across campus and what we can do to support them, in this coming meeting, on 07.05.2022 we will also take note of new committee members and poll attendees for their interests in the coming year.

Please find the Zoom<https://mit.zoom.us/j/99660447361> link for the meeting.
Feel free to ask Katya<mailto:arquilla at mit.edu> ​for details.

Opportunities to join PDA
In August, there will be the general election of the MIT PDA executive officers and chairs. Stay tuned, more details about it will follow soon.

MIT Postdocs Slack Space
We are happy to announce that as part of the effort to create more efficient communication throughout our Postdocs community, we have created a Slack space on the MIT corporate Slack named MIT Postdocs<https://mit-postdocs.slack.com/>. We invite everyone to join us at this. This Slack space is meant to be a more efficient forum for all MIT Postdocs to interact and organize/attend events as well as communicate more efficiently. You may go through the channel #welcome_and_organization for a detailed description.
Feel free to reach out to Jonathan (cottet at mit.edu<mailto:cottet at mit.edu>)  for any feedback/suggestions and also if you want to be involved in the MIT PDA Community Building committee.

PDA & Other Events:
    Call for Postdoc Initiative Grant (PInG) proposals
    A message from Ombuds
    -Social Events
    MIT PDA Saturday Karaoke Night
    ​qtPhDs @ MIT for LGBTQIA+ Postdoc
    MIT POWER - Postdoctoral Organization for Women Engaged in Research
    MIT Postdoc Running Club-Weekend runs
   -Career and Professional Development
     Career Advising for Postdocs
    ​ Free Webinars on US Immigration
     Summer Workshop Series: Fundamentals of Communicating with the Public (deadline 07.05.2022)!
     DAAD Networking Tour “AI in Cyber Physical Systems”
     E14 Fund VC Fellow
Funding Opportunities and Jobs
     Beam Therapeutics is hiring bioengineers
     An extensive list of fellowship​ is available here<https://pda.mit.edu/resources/funding-resources/>
Miscellaneous


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PDA & Other Events

Call for Postdoc Initiative Grant (PInG) proposals​
Do you have an idea for an activity or event that you think would benefit postdocs in 2022? The MIT-PDA is pleased to announce a call for a second (spring) round of Postdoc Initiative Grant (PInG) proposals. The grant aims to financially support a range of activities, events, and projects. PInG activities should be open to all postdocs across MIT (e.g. an application cannot be made for a Biology lunch series). Example activities include but are not limited to Social gatherings, Recreational activities, Arts and cultural programs, Mental health, and stress support groups, professional development seminars and workshops, Groups to support postdoc women, parents, or minorities.https://pda.mit.edu/events/ping/. <https://pda.mit.edu/events/ping/> ​
Download application form here: PInG Application form<https://pda.mit.edu/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/2020-PInG-Application-2.docx>. Send filled form to pda-ping at mit.edu<mailto:pda-ping at mit.edu>.
We look forward to hearing your plans!​

A message from Ombuds
MIT Ombuds Office – Any Time, Any Reason!
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: kalina_s at mit.edu<mailto:kalina_s at mit.edu> or call 617-253-5921. More details here<http://ombudsoffice.mit.edu/>.

SOCIAL EVENTS

MIT PDA Saturday Karaoke Night  (every three weeks)
When: Saturday 4-7 pm, July 9, 2022.
Where:  Stage Karaoke Studios. 138 Brighton Avenue, Allston, MA
Sign up<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScp6bLF6sEUCtE580MrTTrbdqbphMdBRnaTjaZHBlJpQ4YHtg/viewform> now for a leisure Saturday Karaoke Night. Shouting out loud your favorite songs or singing with your deep gentle voices with a group of postdocs from various departments, learning new songs from postdocs with various backgrounds, cultures, let’s build happy memories at MIT with melodies! Don’t hesitate to reach out to Lingyan<mailto:dengly at mit.edu> for details.
Sign up for free for a limited first come first serve basis for Saturday July 9!

qtPhDs @ MIT for LGBTQIA+ Postdocs​
Are you an LGBTQIA+ postdoc? Come join us at qtPhDs!
qtPhDs is a place for LGBTQIA+ postdocs at MIT to connect and find support, solidarity, and friends, as well as a group that can interface with other advocacy and equity efforts taking place on campus. We are a welcoming and inclusive space-- however you identify, if you feel that qtPhDs is the right space for you, please reach out!
We hold monthly coffee events (every 1st Monday at 2pm) and after-work meetups (every 3rd Thursday at 6pm).
If you would like to learn more, check out our website, or email<mailto:qtphds-admin at mit.edu> us to join our mailing list and Slack channel to keep up to date with all upcoming events!

MIT POWER - Postdoctoral Organization for Women Engaged in Research
MIT POWER’s goal is to provide professional and personal development support specific to women who want to pursue advanced careers in science and industry, and to support and advocate for women postdocs in all aspects of their professional training at MIT. We strive to provide a platform for MIT women postdocs to make new friends and professional connections, through various socio-cultural activities. MIT POWER hosts monthly Coffee Breaks on the 3rd Thursday of every month, and an After-Work social gathering on the 8th of every month (in honor of the International Women’s Day!).
To stay up to date with professional and social events organized by MIT POWER join our email list<https://mailman.mit.edu:444/mailman/listinfo/power-postdocs> and slack space<https://mit.enterprise.slack.com/?redir=/r-t1782477271268?redir=%2Fmessages>!

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MIT Postdoc Running Club-Weekend runs​
Come join us for a run along the Charles!
The plan is to meet during the weekend, typically in the morning, at 77 Mass Ave for a warm-up and then we will go for a run around Charles river. All abilities are welcome. We will form groups ranging from beginners to experienced runners.​
Please join our Slack channel #running<https://app.slack.com/client/T02CAHKGZ17/C02BH7V8H9D> on the “MIT Postdocs” Slack Space and our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/261187805334152/ (day and time may change due to weather conditions)

CAREER AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT – advance your career

​Career Advising for Postdocs
Postdocs are eligible for virtual one-on-one career counseling appointments to talk about a wide range of topics including career exploration, conducting a job search (academic or non-academic), review of application materials, practice interviews, advice on job offers negotiations, and any other questions or concerns. Appointments are now available both in person (M-W) and virtually (M-F). Schedule an appointment<https://app.joinhandshake.com/login> directly via Handshake, and choose your preferred appointment medium. The CAPD office is located at Bldg. E17-294<http://whereis.mit.edu/?go=E17>
In addition, look out for the CAPD Postdoc Career Newsletter email (opt-out, ~2/per month) for upcoming career and professional development opportunities.
Visit the CAPD<https://capd.mit.edu/> website for a variety of resources, including the postdocs<https://capd.mit.edu/channels/postdocs/> landing page, career interests<https://capd.mit.edu/channels/career-interests/> pages, and affinity group<https://capd.mit.edu/channels/affinity-groups/> pages. You can also sign up<https://capd.mit.edu/account/signup/start/> to receive automated emails with career content and updates based on your interests and preferences..
Email Simona Rosu<mailto:srosu at mit.edu> with any questions.

Free Webinars on US Immigration
The YZ Law Group LLP is inviting students and postdocs to attend free webinars on US immigration.
This law firm represents and advises clients on all aspects of U.S. immigration matters. You are welcome to sign up for the coming free webinar scheduled for  7/13 at this link: https://forms.gle/CCvEnn9p5ujtnZ8u8<https://yzlawgroup.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e13f8fa8438bbac8729982f22&id=149488675c&e=68e0e629cd>
For more information contact  info at yzlawgroup.com<mailto:info at yzlawgroup.com>


Summer Workshop Series: Fundamentals of Communicating with the Public
TL; DR Register here<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe49LcaGt1n4AGR7GAs_k09BhM96cZTbhODXmKzWBVOh7IDpQ/viewform> for the workshop series organized by the MIT Communication Lab
When 6 July - 10 August, Wednesdays 4-6:30 PM
Where 24-307
Description
It is the holiday season. You are visiting your beautiful hometown and having a good time. Since you are the smart one in the family who goes to MIT, they want to know what kind of cool science you work on. You feel up to the challenge, and start strong. Eventually drawing blank stares from the listeners and fumbling for words, you convince yourself that your research is too complicated and explaining it to a non-expert is just too hard. Sounds familiar? You are not alone!
In this 6-session workshop series, you will learn about the following elements of effective communication:
1. Understand your audience and set communication goals
2. Identify, craft, and shape a clear central message
3. Develop a logical and compelling narrative to support a central message
4. Use appropriate language and helpful analogies
5. Add interest and emphasis using vocal modulation and non-verbal cues
The series will culminate in an authentic opportunity for participants to present their research or another technical topic of their choice to the public via a live virtual/in-person talk or video. More information is available here<https://docs.google.com/document/d/11uUCV5GOrta1kn96ECn1C2u-S9LDuK4L3UE-aNSWG10/edit?usp=sharing>.
This workshop is for MIT graduate students and postdocs in STEM fields.
To apply, complete this application form<https://forms.gle/JDqT3nknt7PJtR3k7> by 11:59pm on Tuesday, July 5, 2022. The workshop will meet in person from 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM on Wednesdays from July 6 through August 10.
The workshop is sponsored by the MIT Communication Lab<https://mitcommlab.mit.edu/>. For questions or accommodation requests, contact Dr. Deanna Montgomery at dmont at mit.edu<mailto:dmont at mit.edu>

DAAD Networking Tour “AI in Cyber Physical Systems”
The DAAD AInet Fellows (find the previous fellows here<https://www.daad.de/en/the-daad/postdocnet/fellows/fellows/>) will be connected with leading researchers and research institutions in Germany. The fellowship consists of participation in the DAAD AInet Virtual Networking Week from 10 – 14 October 2022 and a travel stipend for a week to visit German research institutions in person. All applicants will be invited to a comprehensive virtual information session on the German research system and what it has to offer.
More information on the program and the host institutions can be found at (Postdoc-NeT-AI, daad.de/ainet<https://www.daad.de/en/the-daad/postdocnet/details-and-application/>). You can also send an email at ainet at daad.de<mailto:ainet at daad.de>
Application for the 10/2022 tour is Monday, August 1 at 11:59 pm CET/UTC+1.

E14 Fund VC Fellow
 Do you love science and the way it can change the world? Are you a tireless learner who is curious about new technologies and how they shape and reshape industries? Are you interested in learning about the startup and venture capital industry and how they work?
 E14 Fund<http://e14fund.com/> VC Fellows are graduate students, postdocs, and MBAs from diverse backgrounds who are action-oriented learners with a few hours a week to spend:

  *   Shadowing E14 Fund Managing Partners and learning the mechanics of venture
  *   Connecting with potential founders in the MIT community and sourcing startup teams for investment opportunities
  *   Identifying investment themes and thesis and conducting due diligence on startups
  *   Building networks and community including organizing your own events
  *   Investing! You’ll have the opportunity to write checks (fellowship checks)
Learn more and apply for the opportunity here:  https://www.notion.so/e14fund/E14-Fund-VC-Fellows-7f56e6b0f72442d9ae7fd15cc05c43cb
Deadline July 15,20222

Funding Opportunities and Jobs

Beam Therapeutics is hiring bioengineers
Beam Therapeutics Inc., co-founded by Prof Feng Zhang, is a biotechnology company in Cambridge developing precision genetic medicines for patients suffering from serious diseases.
Beam Therapeutics is now hiring for full-time positions, co-ops, and internships.
https://beamtx.com/careers/​

An extensive list of fellowships is available here<https://pda.mit.edu/resources/funding-resources/>
We would like to feature YOUR honors, awards, and accomplishments.
Send an email to contactpda at mit.edu<mailto:contactpda at mit.edu>

Miscellaneous

MLK Leadership Award
Details here<https://diversity.mit.edu/mlk-programs/mlk-leadership-award>

Kaufman Teaching Certificate Program
Details here<https://tll.mit.edu/programming/grad-student-programming/kaufman-teaching-certificate-program/>
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<http://%20https:/app.joinhandshake.com/appointments/new>
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>

MITAC
The MIT Activities Committee offers virtual and discounted tickets<https://mitac.mit.edu/w/sitepages/Home.aspx> to the MIT community for local arts and culture, sporting events, and family activities.

Free Membership to the National Postdoctoral Association
Details here<https://www.nationalpostdoc.org/general/register_member_type.asp?regkey=B87D7B9B-5C95-48F6-9ECA-A5014531B05D>

Access MIT Commuter Program
Details here<http://web.mit.edu/facilities/transportation/accessmit/index.html>

Discounts for the MIT Community
Details here<https://vpf.mit.edu/discounts-for-mit-community>


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


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