UHNPA Social: Potluck in the Park
Join the UHN Postdoc Association (UHNPA) for a potluck in Queen's Park to connect with fellow postdoctoral researchers.
October 15, 4:30 PM, Queen's Park | More Information & Register
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Annual Compensation Review Information Session for Research Staff and Postdocs
Join the ORT and the Research Professionals @ UHN (RP@UHN) for an online information session with People & Culture to learn everything you need to know about UHN's 2025 Annual Compensation Review.
October 21, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Exploring Science & Identity Through Indigenous Art
Join the ORT and UHN’s Indigenous Educator, Dr. Lisa Boivin, for an interactive in-person photovoice workshop that showcases Indigenous image-based storytelling as a way to reflect on and share personal experiences and science.
October 22, 2:00 PM, Ontario Power Building, 700 University Ave., 7th Floor, Room 7-114 | More Information & Register
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Career Pathways in Academia: Teaching & Research Support
Join the ORT for an online career panel to explore diverse careers in academia. Hear from professionals working in teaching and research support roles as they share their experiences, career trajectories, and insights into the skills and strategies that helped them thrive.
October 29, 2:00 PM | More Information & Register
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From Postdoc to Research Faculty Crash Course: Faculty Position Search Overview
The From Postdoc to Research Faculty Crash Course provides postdocs with comprehensive support throughout the journey toward securing a research faculty position. The first session will provide an overview of the crash course and the process for applying for faculty jobs, as well as insights on adding Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) elements to your applications.
November 5, 2:00 PM | More Information & Register
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ORT Conference Participation Award
The November cycle of the ORT Conference Participation Award supports UHN graduate students and postdoctoral researchers participating in national and international conferences between January and April 2026.
Apply by November 7, 2025, 5:00 PM | More Information & Apply
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Strategies for Developing Your Research Profile: Research Grant CVs
Join The Institute for Education Research for an online workshop to learn how to create a narrative CV for Tri-Agency and other external funding body applications.
October 14, 2:00 PM | Register
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Unlocking Opportunity through Intellectual Property
Join the KITE Research Institute for an in-person workshop to learn how to protect your ideas, power your innovation, and shape your impact with intellectual property.
October 15, 10:00 AM, Toronto Rehab Institute, 550 University Ave., 2nd Floor Auditorium | More Information & Register
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AI Rounds: Getting the Most out of UHN DATA with AI
Join the UHN AI Hub for an online discussion with Dr. Michael Brudno to learn about the AI projects undertaken by the UHN Data team, including the deployment of Large Language Models for analysis of patient notes and improving clinical workflows using AI.
October 15, 5:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Introduction to Hypothesis Testing
Join Biostatistics@UHN for an online workshop to learn the core ideas behind hypothesis testing, the logic of null and alternative hypotheses, the meaning of p-values, and the way significance levels guide decision making.
October 17, 11:00 AM | More Information & Register
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Mechanisms of Transcription and DNA Replication through Chromatin
Join the Transcription, Chromatin, and Epigenetics (TranCE) club for a hybrid seminar with Dr. Lucas Farnung, Assistant Professor of Cell Biology, Harvard Medical School.
October 17, 3:00 PM, In Person in PMCRT, 4th Floor, Room 4-204 | More Information & Zoom Link
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From Startup to Momentum: Lessons from 50 Scaleup Founders
Join Innovation OnBoard at the University of Toronto for an in-person session with Rotman Professor Dan Richards, who will share key lessons from 50 Canadian fintech founders on scaling, pitfalls, and the startup momentum.
October 21, 4:30 PM, Hart House, 7 Hart House Cir., Music Room | More Information & Register
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Rewiring Cell Identity: Single-Cell Modeling of Cancer Plasticity and Lineage Switching
Join the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre for an in-person seminar with Dr. Joseph Chan, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Centre.
October 23, 4:00 PM, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, 610 University Ave., 6th Floor, Bob Bell Auditorium
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BioHubNet Experience Program: AstraZeneca Regulatory Affairs Internships
AstraZeneca is offering 3 Regulatory Affairs internship positions for graduate students and postdocs through the BioHubNet EXPERIENCE Program. The internships begin in January 2026 and offer an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in global and Canadian regulatory affairs processes.
More Information
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CSMB Support for Graduate Student Activities
The Canadian Society for Molecular Biosciences (CSMB) supports activities such as workshops, conferences, and symposium days held between November 15, 2025, and November 14, 2026 and planned by graduate student groups and societies.
Apply by October 15 | More Information & Apply
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Nucleate Canada Activator Program
The Nucleate Activator Program provides an opportunity for trainees and postdocs with a technology as an inventor or contributor with educational programming on venture creation, guidance from industry leaders, and resources to transform their research into a groundbreaking venture.
Apply by October 20 | More Information & Apply
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AstraZeneca/PoC Mentoring Program
The AstraZeneca/Partner of Choice (PoC) Network Mentoring Program is a year-long program that connects cancer researchers in training with AstraZeneca mentors to broaden awareness of industry career paths, expand professional networks, and support the transition to the next stage of their careers. Princess Margaret graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and early-career MDs are eligible to apply.
To apply, submit a CV and a brief personal statement outlining your goals for participating in the program, how mentoring will help you achieve them, and examples of your diverse experiences (i.e., community outreach and teamwork/collaboration) to Sergio Raez-Villaneuva and Celeste Yu.
Apply by October 31
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BioTalent Canada
BioTalent Canada provides technical skills training designed for the Canadian bioeconomy, including programs on fundamentals of scientific report writing, good laboratory practice, good manufacturing practice, quality assurance/quality control, and good clinical practice.
More Information here
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Congratulations, Carmen Ucciferri, on receiving the Arthritis Society of Canada PhD Salary Award!
Carmen Ucciferri is a PhD Candidate in Dr. Wither's lab at the UHN Research Institutes. Carmen’s study focuses on identifying early immune changes in individuals with anti-nuclear antibodies (ANA) that predict the development of autoimmune diseases such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.
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Meet with the ORT
The ORT provides a safe space and open door policy for UHN trainees and postdoctoral researchers to have their questions and concerns heard and get help finding resources. Book a virtual appointment to meet with a member of the ORT Team for answers, resources, and support!
Book an appointment here.
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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.
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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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