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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Job Opportunities with the ORT
The ORT is hiring two part-time (up to 5 hours per week) communication assistants to support the ORT's communications by writing content or managing social media. Work can be done outside of regular business hours, including evenings and weekends!

Current UHN graduate students interested in building communications skills and contributing to the ORT are encouraged to apply: Apply by February 14
ORT 
Crafting Effective Data Visuals for Engaging Presentations
Join the ORT for a virtual workshop to learn how to transform complex data into clear, compelling visuals that support your narrative and resonate with diverse audiences.

February 27, 3:00 PM | More Information & Register
ORT Conference Participation Award
The March cycle of the ORT Conference Participation Award supports UHN graduate students and postdoctoral researchers participating in national and international conferences between May and August 2025.

Apply by March 7, 5:00 PM | More Information & Apply
EVENTS 
JLABS Funders and Founders Showcase
Join JLABS for an in-person event designed to bridge the gap between funders and founders in the innovation ecosystem. The event flips the traditional pitch model, featuring leading investment firms presenting their investment strategies and focus areas to a curated audience of startups and entrepreneurs.

February 5, 6:00 PM, JLABS Toronto, 661 University Ave. | More Information & Register
Canadian Neuroscience Seminar Postdoctoral Series: For Postdocs, by Postdocs
Join the Canadian Association for Neuroscience for their monthly virtual postdoc seminar. The February talk is by Dr. Bjoern Joergens, a postdoctoral researcher at York University.

February 6, 12:00 PM | Register
Immune Effector Cell Symposium
Join the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre for an in-person symposium to learn about rapidly evolving updates on immune effector cell therapy and its application in clinical practice.

February 7, 8:00 AM | Delta Hotel, 75 Lower Simcoe St. | More Information & Register
Moving the Needle: Women & Women's Health at the Forefront of Science
Join for an in-person event celebrating International Day of Women and Girls in Science with engaging panel discussions, networking opportunities, and exciting presentations from leading women in science and health innovations. 

February 7, 8:30 AM | More Information & Register
5min Research Talks (5MRT)
Join the McCall MacBain Postdoctoral Fellows Teaching & Leadership Program for a chance to watch 5 min research talks by postdocs from in and outside of Ontario.

February 12, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
The Colour of Proper Care
Join the UHN Black Legacy Committee for an in-person and virtual event to discuss the barriers to care and disability accommodations for Black-identifying individuals. 

February 12, 12:00 PM, DeGasperis Atrium (Patient Court), 4th Floor Munk Wing, Toronto General Hospital or join virtually here.
Creative Means for Disseminating Scholarly Work
Join TIER for a virtual workshop to explore innovative methods for disseminating research data to ensure accessibility and usability for target populations.

March 3, 3:00 PM | More Information & Register
OPPORTUNITIES
Participate in a Research Study to Improve UHN Library & Information Services Website
The UHN Library & Information Services is working with a group of U of T Master of Information students to conduct informational interviews with members of TeamUHN to understand and improve the user experience of the Virtual Library.

RSVP by February 7 | More Information & Participate
Data Science Institute Doctoral & Postdoctoral Fellowships
The University of Toronto Data Science Institute Doctoral & Postdoctoral Fellowships support PhD students and postdoctoral researchers conducting multi/interdisciplinary training and collaborative research in data sciences.

Apply by February 7 | More Information & Apply for the Doctoral and Postdoctoral Fellowships
NOSTER & Science Microbiome Prize
The NOSTER & Science Microbiome Prize is awarded to an early career scientist (who received an MD, PhD, or MD/PhD in the last 10 years) for innovative research on the functional attributes of the microbiota.

Apply by February 14 | More Information & Register
Postdoctoral Fellowship for Canadian Veterans with Chronic Pain
The Postdoctoral Fellowship for Canadian Veterans with Chronic Pain provides one year of salary support ($70,000) for a postdoctoral researcher conducting clinical or health policy research aimed at improving the lives of Veterans living with chronic pain.

Apply by February 28 | More Information & Apply
Power Play Pitch Competition
The Power Play Pitch Competition supports innovators working to address unmet needs in healthcare through preventative solutions, diagnostic tools, assistive devices, and other approaches. Entrepreneurs can win up to $50,000 and the opportunity to showcase their game-changing ideas to panel of seasoned business leaders and an audience of industry executives and investors in downtown Toronto. 

Apply by February 28 | More Information & Apply
RESOURCE OF THE WEEK
Employee Family Assistance Program
Staff and Postdoctoral Researchers have access to the Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP) for support with personal and work-related pressures and stress. EFAP provides free and confidential counseling on topics such as achieving wellbeing, managing relationships and family, dealing with workplace challenges, tackling addictions, legal advice, financial guidance, and more.

Learn about the EFAP here (UHN connection required).
COMMUNITY

Congratulations Alex Boshart on receiving the ORT Conference Participation Award!
Alex Boshart is a 5th year PhD student in Dr. Ana Konvalinka's lab at Toronto General Hospital Research Institute. Alex studies antibody-mediated rejection in kidney transplantation with a focus on endothelial cells and glomerular damage.

ORT's Student and Postdoc Handbook
The Student and Postdoc Handbook is a comprehensive guide for UHN trainees and postdoctoral researchers and including information on UHN policies, health & dental benefits, research services & facilities, wellness supports, career and professional development resources, who to go to for help, and much more! Click here to download the handbook!
Share your accomplishments with us!
Have you won an award? Published a paper? Attended a cool conference? Let us know by filling out the ORT highlight form here to be featured in an upcoming newsletter or on social media!
Share a concern or idea with the ORT
We want to hear from you! Share your feedback and concerns here
 
To share upcoming events or opportunities with the UHN research community, please fill out this form or email ortadmin@uhn.ca.
 
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For more information about upcoming events at the ORT and other events of interest check out the Event Calendar on our website!
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