2010 Mentoring Symposium on
"A Primer for the New PI: How to Herd Cats AND Keep Your Boss Happy"
(Sponsored
by Women in Physiology Committee)
Organizers:
Francisco H. Andrade, Ph.D. (University of Kentucky)
Angela J. Grippo, Ph.D. (Northern Illinois University)
Date: Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Time: 8:00 - 10:00 am
Location: Convention Center, Room 303A, Anaheim, CA
Each transition in the life of the professional scientist brings its
share of challenges and opportunities, none greater than becoming a new
independent investigator. This symposium will address specific issues of
concern to scientists as they kick-start their own research program and
become active members of their new institutions. The speakers will cover
four key areas that the new PI faces right out of the box: (1) establish
an identity at her new institution; (2) manage the material resources
available; (3) maintain a productive work environment; and (4) become an
active participant in other institutional missions. The take home
message is that clear understanding of career goals and planning will go
a long way in making a smooth and successful transition to independence.
The participants are at different stages in their careers and will bring
multiple perspectives to the table. The symposium will be of interest to
students and postdoctoral scientists as they map out a strategy for
landing their next job, but also to established investigators concerned
about the issues faced by their junior colleagues.
Presentations:
Fresh Out of the Box: Defining Who You Are
Jennifer L. Gooch, Ph.D. (Emory University)
Managing Your Allowance: Startup, Release Time, Space
Kristin L. Gosselink, Ph.D.
(University of Texas at El Paso)
Running a Tight But Happy Ship
A. Kim Johnson, Ph.D. (University of Iowa)
The Other Things You Do: Teaching and Service
Esther Dupont-Versteegden, Ph.D. (University of Kentucky)
See also:
2010 Trainee Symposium on "Publish,
Not Perish: How to Survive the Peer Review Process"
2010 Career Symposium on "Government
Careers in Physiology Revealed"
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