MIT PDA Newsletter - June 6, 2022

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MITPDA Newsletter
June 6, 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: 06.07.2022, 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.
PDA DEI committee meeting
The next PDA DEI committee meeting will be first Tuesday of every month from 1-1:30 pm (right after our monthly PDA meeting).  We'll talk about the DEI efforts happening across campus and what we can do to support them. Please find the Zoom<https://mit.zoom.us/j/4705361683> link for the meeting.
Feel free to ask Katya<mailto:arquilla at mit.edu> for details.

Opportunities to join PDA
MIT PDA is asking for nominations from the postdocs for the positions of DEI Committee chair and the professional development chair. Please take a step forward to grab the opportunity to get involved in the PDA. Drop an email to contactpda at mit.edu<mailto:contactpda at mit.edu> to know more about the position.

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 Postdoc Blue Hills Hike
    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
     New England Future Faculty Workshop 2022
Funding Opportunities and Jobs
     Beam Therapeutics is hiring bioengineers
     The Michelson Prizes:
     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 Postdoc Blue Hills Hike
MIT PDA is inviting postdocs and friends to a hike through the Blue Hills Reservation. Enjoy the amazing view on the Skyline Trial together!
When and Where: Saturday June 11th, 10:30 AM, Ashmont station
Please see the flyer attached to this email and register here<https://forms.gle/P33JMRkry3yZ7Bxk8>.
For more information contact the MIT PDA Sports Committee Chair, Philipp Stegmann<mailto:psteg at mit.edu>

MIT PDA Saturday Karaoke Night  (every three weeks)
When: Saturday 4-7 pm, June 18, 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 June 18!

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>!

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 free webinars scheduled for 06/15,  06/29, and 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>

New England Future Faculty Workshop

This year’s virtual workshop is presented by Northeastern University in partnership with Harvard Medical School. It will be held on July 27 and 28 and prepares participants for entry into the academic job market through sessions on finding their institutional fit, developing research, teaching, and diversity statements, honing interview and negotiation skills, time management, and planning their first year as faculty. 

The workshop was created to serve members of groups whose representation in faculty positions is smaller than their representation in the U.S. population. This includes women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, first-generation students, and members of the LGBTQ+ community.

See the attached flyer<https://faculty.northeastern.edu/app/uploads/sites/5/2022/05/FFW-2022-Flyer-A4-Document.pdf> with the workshop information. Interested Ph.D. students and postdoctoral scholars in STEM fields, the social sciences, humanities, and health sciences should apply by June 20, 2022. Application instructions and workshop information can be found at: https://faculty.northeastern.edu/advance/faculty-recruitment/future-faculty-workshop/<https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ffaculty.northeastern.edu%2Fadvance%2Ffaculty-recruitment%2Ffuture-faculty-workshop%2F&data=05%7C01%7Cd.luban%40northeastern.edu%7C616c014e86c544d77c6a08da3e7fc6d7%7Ca8eec281aaa34daeac9b9a398b9215e7%7C0%7C0%7C637891015773062166%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=94sEv69yWyUq7kCzOg4EOr2veuQJ%2FRqQ%2BQaLJXlS2hw%3D&reserved=0> 

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/

The Michelson Prizes:
The Michelson Prizes: Next Generation Grants are annual awards of $150,000, which support young investigators who are working to significantly advance human immunology and vaccine and immunotherapy research for major global diseases.  The Prizes are funded by the Michelson Medical Research Foundation and overseen by the Human Vaccines Project --  applications are being accepted from April 14 – June 26, 2022. Additional info can be found at www.humanvaccinesproject.org/michelsonprizes<http://www.humanvaccinesproject.org/michelsonprizes>.
•          About the Prizes: The Awards committee will be looking for research aimed at tackling the current roadblocks that exist in human vaccine development and expanding our limited understanding of key immune processes that are fundamental to successful vaccine and immunotherapy development.
•          Eligibility: Researchers / scientists who are 35 and under.
•          Disciplines: Applicants from the full spectrum of immunology-related disciplines, including clinical research, biochemistry, molecular biology, protein engineering, computer science, artificial intelligence/machine learning, biophysics, environmental health, nanotechnology, etc., are encouraged to apply.
•          Deadline:  June 26, 2022
For additional information please contact MichelsonPrizes at humanvaccinesproject.org<mailto:MichelsonPrizes at humanvaccinesproject.org>.

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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