Graduate StudentResource Center

Path to Postdoc is a unique program for outstanding senior graduate students with backgrounds in the biomedical and health sciences, that will complete their PhD by the end of 2021, to be exposed to world-class research communities at UCSF and the associated Gladstone Institutes. Apply for the March cohort by February 22nd!

Have you ever thought about working for yourself? Maybe you want to start your own business, or perhaps you’re thinking of being a solopreneur. Join Beyond the Professoriate on February 26th to learn what every PhD should know about starting their own business or launching a career as a freelancer.

UCSB's Office of Research is seeking a postdoc or graduate student who is interested in learning more about the grant writing and proposal development process. This as an excellent opportunity for the successful candidate to gain understanding of research administration, funding agencies, and grant writing. Read on to learn more!

UCLA's 25th annual Healthcare Symposium will take place on Zoom on Saturday, February 13 and Saturday, February 20 from 9am - 12pm PST. The symposium will address the underlying health disparity, mental health, incarceration, and racism issues that permeate the COVID-19 pandemic. Attendees can win Amazon gift cards. Read on to learn more!

Interested in a career beyond the academy, and want to learn more about the essentials of crafting it? Read on for a message from the Beyond the Professoriate team about a new free assessment tool designed to help PhDs find a successful career outside of academia!

Read on for tips from the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity (NCFDD)--an independent professional development, training, and mentoring community--about strategies to help you plan for success this quarter. Membership in the NCFDD (free for UCSB students!) provides several forms of professional support to help combat common problems academics face. Read on to learn more!

The UC Love Data Week (February 8-12, 2021) is a week-long offering of free presentations, demos, and workshops focused on data access, management, security, sharing, and preservation. To date, there are a total of 28 activities confirmed. All members of the University of California community are welcome to attend. Read on to learn more!

Are you interested in being an educator at an independent school in SoCal? Register for the Third Annual Southern California Diversity Recruiting Fair! Nearly 50 independent schools in Los Angeles and 2 placement organizations are participating this year. Last day to register is Friday, February 5, 2021.

Have you considered continuing your research interests in the medical field? Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center (CCHMC) offers a wide range of opportunities for postdoctoral fellows to learn collaboratively across various specialties at a premier medical institution. Find an opportunity today!

To learn more about the academic culture and teaching opportunities in the California State University (CSU) system, the Graduate Division recently hosted a discussion with CSU faculty members. The panelists discussed the life of a professor at these campuses, which includes teaching small classes, meeting the needs of diverse students, and including undergraduate students in your research. Read on to access a recording of the panel!

UCSB's Office of Undergraduate Education is seeking a graduate student assistant for Spring Quarter 2021 to provide logistical and technological support in order to develop a new online course, INT W120: Transferring to the Research University. The position pays $25 per hour. Read on for more details!

The 2021 Graduate Student Internship Fellowship application is about to open on March 1st. Curious about what an internship for a graduate student is really like? Learn from the stories and lessons of our 2020 awardees both in this article and at our panel on Feb 2nd!

As CCST Science Fellows, scientists and engineers spend one year in Sacramento serving the California State Legislature. This fellowship is an incredible opportunity to transform a researcher's professional path -- more than 50% of CCST Science Fellows have been hired by the California State Legislature or state agencies since completing their fellowship. Completed applications are due by March 1, 2021. Read on to learn more!

Are you a graduate student interested in the intersection of public policy, research, and mentorship? The Presidential GOLD Fellowship hosted by the UC Center Sacramento (UCCS) provides you with the opportunity to engage policymakers on issues important to California and your research, as well as financial support. Apply by February 1, 2021. Read on for more info!

Interested in a career involving translation and interpreting? Join SBCC for an info session on January 27th to learn about a special internship program at the SB County Superior Court.

Are you interested in paid internships, fellowships, and research opportunities with federal agencies? Join the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) on January 26th to learn about a variety of opportunities available. This career fair is open to college students, recent graduates, and postdocs in STEM research, policy, and technical areas. Read on to learn more!

Want to learn more about the academic culture and teaching opportunities at community colleges? Don't miss the 2021 CCC Registry Virtual Career Event for graduate students and postdocs interested in jobs with the California Community College system. The virtual event will run for four weeks and there will be a number of informative workshops available. Sign up today!

Join this webinar on January 22nd to learn what makes, and breaks, a non-academic job search. The team from Beyond the Professoriate will help you identify common mistakes PhDs make when applying for non-academic jobs. Sign up today!

Check out this free professional development opportunity for engineering students offered by the American Society of Engineering Education (ASEE). The DELTA Future Faculty Institute is designed to prepare engineering students to successfully launch their careers as faculty members and navigate the teaching, scholarship, and service responsibilities of their position, university, and discipline. Additionally, those who register will receive a free ASEE student membership. Read on for more details!

The Academic Lab Management and Leadership Symposium is a four-day course to equip postdocs and grad students in the biomedical, physical and life sciences with the professional competencies to lead innovative and productive research programs. The virtual symposium will take place on February 23 & 25 and March 2 & 4. Students can also apply for funding from UCSB's Individualized Professional Skills program to attend. Read on to learn more!