2024 Postdoc Appreciation Week

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2024 Postdoc Appreciation Week

September 16-20, 2024

Postdoctoral researchers are an integral part of the UHN research community and make significant contributions to our research impact and its effect on patients and our community! To view a message of gratitude to UHN postdoctoral researchers on behalf of UHN’s Research Council Executive, visit this link.

In celebration of National Postdoc Appreciation Week, happening from September 16 to 20, 2024, UHN is pleased to host events to recognize these valuable members of TeamUHN:

As a token of appreciation, all UHN postdoctoral researchers will receive a limited-edition pen and lanyard, sponsored by the ORT, which can be picked up at the UHN Postdoc Symposium or at one of the pick-up locations below:

  • September 16, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Krembil Discovery Tower, Room 5KD430
  • September 16, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM, Princess Margaret Cancer Research Tower, Room 13-710
  • September 20, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, KITE Innovation Gallery

Acing Your Next Interview: The Inside Scoop from a Recruiter

September 12, 2024 | 2:00 - 4:00 PM

Uncover the secrets of the application and interview processes with our interactive workshop “Acing Your Next Interview: The Inside Scoop from a Recruiter” hosted by UHN’s Office of Research Trainees (ORT) and Misha Miranda, the Founder and Director of Misha K. Miranda (MKM) Consulting.

Join us on September 12 from 2:00 – 4:00 PM to kickstart the National Postdoc Appreciation Week celebrations early! Through an interactive Q&A and discussion, you will uncover the secrets to pre-interview work, storytelling tips, the different types of interviews, how to respond to certain questions, the good questions to ask in an interview, why you want to send a thank you letter, and more!

This workshop is designed for research trainees and postdoctoral researchers who are ready to take the next step in their professional journeys! This workshop is free and open to everyone!

UHN Postdoc Symposium

September 18, 2024 | 12:30 - 5:00 PM

Calling all postdocs and researchers passionate about advancing healthcare research!
Join us for the second annual UHN Postdoc Symposium on September 18th, at the Toronto Rehab Institute for a dynamic event showcasing the latest advancements in healthcare research by Postdoctoral Researchers in the UHN community.
  • Engage with the UHN postdoc community as we celebrate our achievements and discuss what scientific success looks like beyond the PhD.
  • Participate in thought-provoking panel discussions, inspiring presentations by UHN postdocs, and networking sessions designed to foster collaboration and connections.
  • Be part of the excitement as we recognize and award the best presentations, highlighting exceptional research contributions

Don’t miss out on this enriching symposium – register now to secure your spot! Full program will be available soon!

For any questions or suggestions, please do not hesitate to contact us via uhnpostdocs@gmail.com.