The Doc Report - November 2017
The Doc Report is your source for Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) and Postdoctoral Association of Colorado (PAC) news and events, career advice, and open opportunities for CU Boulder postdocs.
Office of Postdoctoral Affairs closed November 22-24; Drop-in hours cancelled
Upcoming Events
International Coffee Hour
Stop by International Coffee Hour for free coffee, tea, and snacks. It is a great way to connect with the international community on campus. All students, scholars, staff, and faculty are welcome!
Weekly on Fridays
4—5:30 PM
C4C S355
Brews & Biotech Happy Hour
The Academia Industry Alliance (AIA) would like to invite you to our Brews & Biotech Happy Hour (BBHH), which is a casual networking event created to connect scientists from the different campuses of the University of Colorado with representatives from the local Life Science industry.
Thursday, November 16th
5—7:30 PM
Ursula Brewery
2101 North Ursula Street, Aurora, CO 80045
Building Your Mentoring Team
In this panel discussion, you will learn about seeking multiple mentors throughout your career including how to connect with potential mentors, maintaining active mentoring relationships, and getting the most out of your mentoring relationships.
Friday, November 17th
10—11 AM
SEEC C120
Refreshments will be provided
Banjo Billy's Boulder History Tour
ISSS invites scholars to Banjo Billy’s Boulder History Tour! The discounted cost is $10 per ticket (limit 2) and please note, space is limited to the first 25 people to sign up. Please only RSVP if you are 100% sure you can attend.
Saturday, November 18th
6—1 PM
Board at C4C West Side Parking Lot #319
RSVP Here
Thanksgiving Dinner
ISSS and Housing and Dining Services are inviting students, scholars and their family members who would like to experience a Thanksgiving meal on-campus to celebrate this American holiday and enjoy our festive fall season!
Thursday, November 23rd
11 AM—2 PM
Kittredge Central Multipurpose Meeting Room
Televised football, craft activities and community gathering begins at 11AM; dinner begins at 12PM
Catalyzing Advocacy in Science and Engineering
Please join us for a panel discussion including three previous winners of the AAAS Catalyzing Advocacy in Science and Engineering (CASE) Workshop Student Competition. They will describe their experiences at the workshop and answer your questions about the program.
Wednesday, November 29th
12 PM
Center for Science and Technology Policy Research (CIRES) Auditorium
Town Hall & Pizza Party
The OPA & PAC will give an overview of their growth in the last year, the CU Boulder postdoc population, and ongoing advocacy and career development initiatives. We invite postdocs for feedback on these and other topics.
Wednesday, December 6th
12—1 PM
SEEC Sievers Conference Room
Lunch will be provided
Program for International Postdocs - Mock Interviews
The Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) and International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) invite international postdocs and their spouses or partners to a Mock Inteview Workshop. RSVP required.
Please review the following article and draft 1-3 STAR stories to prepare for your mock interview: How to shine in job interviews.
Thursday, December 7th
5:15—7 PM
C4C S350
Refreshments will be provided
Drop-in Advising
OPA Consultations
Wednesdays, 2—4 PM in Regent 340 or by appointment (leah.colvin@colorado.edu).
Stop by for help with career planning, job application materials review, interviewing, professional skill development, professional difficulties and more.
Career Services
Thursdays 1:30—3 PM with Alaina Nickerson.
Career planning and interest exploration, job applications and interviewing, internship and job searches, etc.