Mid Stage - Graduate School Career Development Framework

As you approach you mid-candidature don't forget to take care if yourself. It is important to take some time away from the lab or library and get some perspective on your studies. CDF workshops can also help you to see things differently, network with your peers, and learn to understand yourself and others.

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Mine, Yours, Ours – Meeting everyone’s needs through assertive communication

23 September 2019 9:00am–10:00am

in Working with others

This workshop provides strategies to think and behave more assertively, set healthy professional boundaries and resolve conflict in professional contexts. (This is a special workshop tailored for AIBN HDR students but any UQ HDR is welcome to attend)

NGS - How data generation impacts bioinformatics (QFAB) - TRI

23 September 2019 9:00am–5:00pm

in Research & analysis

Recommended for biologists, other life scientists and computer scientists planning to work with next-generation sequencing data. REGISTRATION OPENS ON 30 AUGUST, 12 NOON

Genome assembly using Galaxy (QFAB) - TRI

24 September 2019 9:00am–5:00pm

in Research & analysis

For biologists and bioinformaticians interested in genome sequencing and the assembly process, particularly for bacteria. No prior bioinformatics knowledge is required. REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON 30 AUGUST, NOON.

RNA Seq analysis using Galaxy (QFAB) - TRI

25 September 2019 9:00am–5:00pm

in Research & analysis

Recommended for biologists and other life scientists planning to work with RNA-Seq data for differential gene expression. No prior bioinformatics knowledge is required. REGISTRATION OPENS ON 30 AUGUST, NOON.

Variant detection using Galaxy (QFAB) - TRI

26 September 2019 9:00am–5:00pm

in Research & analysis

For biologists and other life scientists planning to work with next-generation sequencing data for small variant detection. REGISTRATION OPENS ON 30 AUGUST, NOON.

Metagenomics Using Galaxy (QFAB) - TRI

27 September 2019 9:00am–5:00pm

in Research & analysis

For biologists and other life scientists planning to work with next-generation sequencing data from 16S metagenomic samples. REGISTRATION OPENS ON 30 AUGUST, NOON.

Communicating in a global environment

27 September 2019 10:00am–12:00pm

in Communication

Build your skills in communicating across a range of cultures and contexts.

Advanced presentation skills - Gatton

30 September 2019 9:00am–1:00pm

in Communication

This interactive session will further develop your presentation skills for impact. You do not need to have attended Intro to Presentation Skills to attend this session.

Library's Software Carpentry with R

30 September 2019 9:00am–1 October 2019 4:30pm

in Research & analysis

Software Carpentry aims to help researchers get their work done in less time and with less pain by teaching them basic research computing skills. This hands-on workshop will cover basic concepts and tools, including program design, version control, data management, and task automation.

Applying for academic positions - Gatton

9 October 2019 9:30am–11:30am

in University teaching

Thinking about a career in academia but don't know where to start? This workshop is for HDR candidates who would like to find out more about applying for academic positions within the Australian system.

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An introduction to social science methods to address big social questions

20 September 2019 2:00pm–3:30pm

in Research & analysis

Run by ISSR, it will overview social science methods and provide a snapshot of various methods. Part of UQ Research Week - Capabilities Showcase.

Perfection not required: Managing perfectionism

16 September 2019 9:00am–10:00am

in Working with others

This workshop will dispel the common myth that perfectionism is a good thing that is a characteristic of high achievers, and use a cognitive behavioural approach to overcoming perfectionist behaviours and thought processes. [This is a special shortened session for AIBN HDR students but any UQ HDR is welcome to attend]

Smart, savvy and scholarly: Knowing where NOT to publish

4 September 2019 11:00am–1:00pm

in Publishing and authorship

Learn how to publish your research in the right place for the most impact.

Idea Hub Social Enterprise

3 September 2019 12:00pm

in Entrepreneurship & commercialisation

A 6-week program by UQ Ventures.

Shut Up & Write day

23 August 2019 10:00am–3:00pm

in Writing skills

Leaders and leadership: The challenge of 'doing' leadership

22 August 2019 10:00am–12:30pm

in Working with others

Matching your potential with employment possibilities

21 August 2019 10:00am–12:00pm

in Career planning

Genome assembly using command line (QFAB)

20 August 2019 9:00am–21 August 2019 5:00pm

in Research & analysis

Lived Experience: a conversation

Cancelled

19 August 2019 2:00pm–3:30pm

in Candidature management

Practical Publishing Part 1: Getting started & Part 2: Next steps

13 August 2019 10:00am–12:00pm

in Publishing and authorship

Writing for The Conversation: What UQ staff and HDR students should know before pitching a new article

7 August 2019 1:30pm–3:00pm

in Publishing and authorship

Research integrity in practice

25 July 2019 10:00am–12:30pm

in Integrity & ethics

Entrepreneurs and Innovators Networking Breakfast

23 July 2019 8:00am–10:00am

in Entrepreneurship & commercialisation

Candidate Development Award (CDA) Information Session

17 July 2019 10:00am–12:00pm

in Candidature management

This sessions provides an overview of the CDA and the process of applying.

Clinical data capture and management with REDcap (QFAB) - Herston

16 July 2019 9:00am–5:00pm

in Research & analysis

For clinical, translational and health service researchers, health service managers, research managers and others wanting to learn about the capabilities of REDCap - a secure web application for building and managing online surveys and databases. No prior experience with REDCap is necessary.

Advanced presentation skills - PACE/TRI

12 July 2019 9:30am–1:30pm

in Communication

Mine, Yours, ours : Meeting everyone's needs through assertive communication - TRI

10 July 2019 2:00pm–3:00pm

in Working with others

This workshop provides strategies to think and behave more assertively, set healthy professional boundaries and resolve conflict in professional contexts. Please note that this workshop has been tailored for students based at TRI, however, all HDR students are welcome to attend.

Working with sensitive data (QFAB) - Herston

9 July 2019 9:00am–5:00pm

in Research & analysis

Recommended for clinical and translational researchers, research assistants, research managers and others wanting to learn about frameworks and practical approaches to working with sensitive data in health including data sharing and de-identification.

Communicating for impact outside academia

4 July 2019 10:30am–12:30pm

in Impact & influence

Learn to communicate your research to the broader community.

CV Essentials for HDRs

3 July 2019 10:00am–12:00pm

in Career planning

Interactive workshop to give you skills to prepare and maintain an outstanding CV. (previously known as Preparing your CV)

Academic writing course (5 weeks) - Gatton

21 June 2019 9:30am–21 July 2019 5:00pm

in Writing skills

Sessions run for 5 hours once a week, over 5 weeks. As this course has been tailored for Gatton-based students, only the STEM stream will run. However, all HDR students from other UQ campuses are welcome to express their interest via the EOI. Register by submitting the Expression of Interest form.

Advanced presentation skills - Herston

18 June 2019 9:00am–1:00pm

in Communication

This interactive session will further develop your presentation skills for impact. You do not need to have attended Intro to Presentation Skills to attend this session.

The 'imposter' syndrome

17 June 2019 1:00pm–4:00pm

in Candidature management

Although you are doing well, you may still feel like an imposter. Learn how to manage these feelings.

HaBS Introduction to Postdoctoral Research Fellowships

13 June 2019 1:30pm–4:00pm

in Career planning

Not sure what a postdoc is? Wondering how people get them? Attend this great session and find out! Registrations close Monday 10 June.

Turbocharge your writing

12 June 2019 1:30pm–4:00pm

in Writing skills

Learn clear and practical strategies that can greatly increase your writing productivity.