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Call for Abstracts: UHN Postdoc Symposium
UHN postdocs are invited to submit an abstract for the UHN Postdoc Symposium on September 18. Present your work in a 10-minute standard talk or a 3-minute flash talk, sharing your research and connecting with the UHN community.

Deadline Extended! Submit by September 5 | More Information & Submit
Growing Together: Career Journeys from PiPER Team Members
Join the Research Professionals @ UHN (RP@UHN) for an online panel to learn about careers in patient engagement from members of UHN's Pride in Patient Engagement in Research (PiPER) Team. 

September 8, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
ORTxGMCA Business Fundamentals Course
Join the ORT and the Graduate Management Consulting Association (GMCA) for Business Fundamentals, a 10-week online course running from September 17 to November 16. This course offers UHN graduate students and postdocs the opportunity to learn essential business concepts directly from current industry professionals.

Register by September 10, 11:59 PM | More Information & Register
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From Bench to Editorial Desk: A Scientific Editor's View on Publishing & Career Paths
Join the ORT, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, and U of T's Department of Medical Biophysics for an in-person lunch and learn with Dr. Abby Cleaveland, Assistant Editor of Blood Cancer Discovery, who will share insights from her experience transitioning from research to working as an editor.

September 22, 12:30 PM, PMCRT 4-204 | More Information & Register
EVENTS 
From X-Chromosome Genetics to Cancer Dependencies: Insights from a Rare Kidney Cancer
Join the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre for an in-person seminar with Dr. Srinivas Viswanathan from the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

September 4, 4:00 PM | Princess Margaret Hospital 610 University Ave., 6th Floor, Bob Bell Auditorium
Planning Your Postdoc
Join McMaster University for an online workshop to help you consider your professional goals after your postdoc and begin planning your next steps.

September 15, 9:00 AM | More Information & Register
Postdoc Transition Stories: Career Paths from STEM
Join the Canadian Association of Postdoctoral Scholars for an online panel discussion with former postdocs who have transitioned to careers in academia and industry.

September 16, 1:00 PM | More Information & Register
How to Access the Hidden Job Market
Join the Canadian Association of Postdoctoral Scholars for an online workshop to learn how to identify companies that need your expert help, pitch yourself into specific roles, and articulate your value to potential employers.

September 17, 3:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Basics of Burnout
Join the Stem Cell Network for an online seminar with Dragonfly Mental Health to define the core components of burnout, present evidence-based strategies to address symptoms, and discuss how to prevent work-related stress.

September 18, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
The Right Review for You - Matching Review Methods to Research Questions and Practicalities
Join the UHN Libraries and Information Services for an online workshop to understand the differences between review types and guide you in selecting the best approach for your question, timeline, and goals.

September 24, 11:00 AM | More Information & Register
Create Top-Notch Publication Figures with BioRender @ UHN
Join BioRender for an online workshop to learn actionable tips and techniques for designing clear figures for journal publications. 

September 25, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
PiPER Research Day
Join the Pride in Patient Engagement in Research (PiPER) team for their annual in-person Research Day on October 8 to build relationships, share success stories, and exchange the latest information while promoting and strengthening the current practices of patient engagement in research.  

Register by September 30 | More Information & Register
OPPORTUNITIES
STEM Pathways Volunteer Recruitment - Youth Outreach at UHN
UHN STEM Pathways youth outreach program is recruiting UHN staff, trainees, and postdocs for their volunteer team. Volunteers play a vital role in facilitating free STEM education opportunities for students K-12 (elementary/high school). Events are either in-person or virtual, and participation is flexible - volunteers sign up for scheduled outreach events based on their own availability.

More Information & Apply
Parkinson's Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowships
The Parkinson's Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowships are two-year fellowships for scientists fresh from their PhD or neurology residency. The fellowships include salary support and a research allowance.

Submit Letter of Intent (LOI) by October 22 | More Information & Apply
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Princess Margaret Biosciences Oncology Leadership Development (BOLD) Program
The Princess Margaret (PM) Biosciences Oncology Leadership Development (BOLD) Program offers PM postdoctoral researchers and senior PhD students the opportunity to develop self-awareness, communication, and management skills needed to lead projects and research teams, while also fostering connections with leaders in academia, research, healthcare, and industry.

Apply by September 8 | More Information & Apply
RESOURCE OF THE WEEK
Employee Family Assistance Program
The Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP) provides free and confidential counseling on topics such as achieving well-being, managing relationships and family, dealing with workplace challenges, tackling addictions, legal advice, and financial guidance.

More information here.
COMMUNITY
On June 25, 2025, the ORT hosted a career panel featuring professionals from diverse industry fields, including a medical science liaison, consultant, medical writer, and associate director.

👉 Check out our recap of the event to explore insights into these exciting industry career paths!
Learn about Careers in Industry!
For August, UHN STEM Pathways acknowledges the outreach efforts of Ravetta Ravichandran, a research student at KITE. Ravetta has done a fantastic job facilitating classroom visits and supporting youth visits to the Toronto Rehabilitation Institute - she participated in over 8 events last year!
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!
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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!
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Share a concern or idea with the ORT
We want to hear from you! Share your feedback and concerns here. 
 
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To share upcoming events or opportunities with the UHN research community, please fill out this form or email ortadmin@uhn.ca.
 
JUST FOR FUN
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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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