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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Entrepreneurs and Innovators Networking Breakfast

23 July 2019 8:00am–10:00am

in Entrepreneurship & commercialisation

Take the opportunity to network with inspirational entrepreneurs, innovators and those who work with them. Clicking on the Register button will send you to an Expression of Interest form.

Perfection not required: Managing perfectionism - TRI

24 July 2019 2:00pm–3:00pm

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.
Please note that this workshop has been tailored for students based at TRI, however, all HDR students are welcome to attend.

Research integrity in practice

25 July 2019 10:00am–12:30pm

in Integrity & ethics

We are all at risk of unethical behavior. Learn how to identify rationalizations and blind spots and good practices of research to adopt. A light lunch will be provided.

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

29 July 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 1 JULY, 12 NOON

Genome assembly using Galaxy (QFAB) - TRI

30 July 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 1 JULY, NOON.

RNA Seq analysis using Galaxy (QFAB) - TRI

31 July 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 1 JULY, NOON.

Variant detection using Galaxy (QFAB) - TRI

1 August 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 1 JULY, NOON.

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

5 August 2019 10:00am–1:00pm

in Working with others

This workshop provides strategies to think and behave more assertively, set healthy professional boundaries and resolve conflict in professional contexts.

Understanding yourself and others

7 August 2019 10:00am–12:30pm

in Working with others

Learn five key principles to improve self-awareness and your interactions with others.

The Three S's of Resilience: Staying well through your HDR studies and beyond

7 August 2019 2:00pm–3:00pm

in Working with others

This workshop will help student with strategies to improve their resilience, so they are better able to manage the stresses and strains that they encounter, both during their candidature and in their future professional life.
Please note that this workshop has been tailored for students based at TRI, however, all HDR students are welcome to attend.

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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

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.

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.

20 rules of the game to help you successfully complete your PhD (Webinar by Digital Health CRC)

9 July 2019 12:00pm–1:00pm

in Candidature management

In this webinar, Professor Niamh Brennan will discuss her top 20 PhD rules to help students successfully navigate this challenge.

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)

How to get published: An introduction

2 July 2019 10:00am–12:00pm

in Publishing and authorship

Gain an insight into the world of scholarly publishing.

Strategic networking: How to connect for impact

19 June 2019 1:00pm–3:00pm

in Impact & influence

Understand the strategic value of networking. Identify networking opportunities.

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.

Working in the 3rd Space: non-academic university careers

5 June 2019 10:30am–12:30pm

in Career planning

Learn what is meant by 'the third space' and how this space might be right for your career.

Academic writing course (8 weeks)

4 June 2019 9:00am–5:00pm

in Writing skills

Academic publishing: Play by the rules

3 June 2019 10:00am–12:00pm

in Publishing and authorship

Explore guiding principles of good publishing practice.

Applying for academic positions

29 May 2019 10:00am–12:00pm

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.

Career strategy (General)

28 May 2019 10:00am–12:00pm

in Career planning

Discover post-HDR career options and consider which is best for you.

Introduction to presentation skills - Gatton

24 May 2019 10:00am–11:30am

in Communication

This session provides an introduction to the secrets of great presentations.

Using strengths to effectively work in teams

23 May 2019 1:00pm–4:00pm

in Working with others

Learn about your unique strengths and how you can leverage these to work effectively in teams.

Networking in the digital space

22 May 2019 10:00am–12:00pm

in Impact & influence

This session will provide tips and tricks for making contact through digital means.

Digital Researcher Showcase: Keynote

21 May 2019 2:00pm–4:00pm

in Research & analysis

Listen to the keynote speech by Professor Bronwyn Harch, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) as part of the Digital Researcher Showcase. See Registration link to register.

Presenting for the 3MT

10 May 2019 10:30am–11:30am

in Communication

How do you present effectively for the 3MT?

Graduate Digital Research Fellowship - Expression of interest

7 May 2019 3:00pm–15 June 2019 4:00pm

in Research & analysis

This year-long program is designed to prepare research students for academic or non-academic careers in digital scholarship.

Idea Hub Autumn Unlimited (6 week program)

17 April 2019 5:00pm–29 May 2019 7:30pm

in Entrepreneurship & commercialisation

This six week course shows you how to pursue your ideas and tap into your inner entrepreneur. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED VIA iDEAHUB'S WEBSITE (link in the description)