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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Inside the Lens: Career Journeys from AOMF Team Members
Join the RP@UHN for an online panel discussion with the Advanced Optical Microscopy Facility (AOMF) team to learn about opportunities, innovation, and career growth in image-based research.
November 11, 2025, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Call for Members: UHN Postdoc Association
The UHN Postdoc Association (UHNPA) is seeking UHN postdoctoral researchers to join its leadership committee and support the postdoc community by organizing events, promoting wellness, and leading innovative, collaborative initiatives.
More Information & Sign up
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Create Better Posters with BioRender
Join BioRender @ UHN for an online seminar to learn actionable tips and techniques for designing research posters.
October 28, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Integrating Community Engagement and Knowledge Translation Across the Research Process
Join the Edwin S.H. Leong Centre for Healthy Children for an online session to learn practical ways to include community engagement and knowledge translation at each stage of the research process, from identifying research questions to interpreting data.
October 30, 1:00 PM | More Information & Register
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From Mindset to Impact: A Cardiac Care AI Dialogue for an AI-Ready Workforce
Join UHN's Institute of Education Research and the Peter Munk Cardiac Centre for a discussion on how artificial intelligence can be responsibly and meaningfully integrated into clinical practice.
October 30, 4:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Sample Size & Power Calculations
Join Biostatistics@UHN for an online workshop to learn techniques for calculating the optimal sample size and power to ensure research results are both reliable and meaningful.
October 31, 11:00 AM | More Information & Register
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Strategies for Developing Your Research Profile: Networking Part 1
Join The Institute of Education Research for an online workshop to learn how to build an effective research team through strategic networking.
November 3, 3:00 PM | Register
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STTARR Lago-X Webinar
Join the Spatio-Temporal Targeting and Amplification of Radiation Response (STTARR) facility for an online session to learn about their new bioluminescent, fluorescent, and X-ray imaging platform, Lago-X, and how it can be used in your research.
November 5, 10:00 AM | More Information & Register
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Health Systems and Policy Research Rounds: The Future of Health and Research at UHN
Join the Health Systems & Policy Research Collaborative Centre for a hybrid discussion on geopolitics and trust in science, AI-integrated ethics and care, and global leadership in medical care.
November 5, 1:00 PM, In-Person in Toronto General Hospital, Eaton Building, 10th Floor, Room 240 | More Information & Register
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Statistical Tests
Join Biostatistics@UHN for an overview of commonly used statistical tests with guidance on selecting the right test based on your data type, study design, and research question.
November 7, 11:00 AM | More Information & Register
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PubMed vs. Medline: What's the Difference?
Join the UHN Library and Information Systems for an online workshop to learn how PubMed and Medline relate to each other, what makes them distinct, and how to search them effectively.
November 12, 11:00 AM | More Information & Register
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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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Allied Health Kidney Doctoral Fellowships
The Kidney Foundation Allied Health Kidney Doctoral Fellowships support full-time doctoral students in the field of nephrology and/or organ donation with funding up to $31,000/year.
Apply by November 3 | More Information & Apply
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2025-2026 Science to Business Network Mentorship Program
The Science to Business Network (S2BN) Mentorship Program is an opportunity for graduate students and postdoctoral researchers to connect with business professionals to receive guidance and advice to explore and navigate a career outside academia.
Apply by November 10 | More Information & Apply
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AACR-CIHR Scholar-in-Training Awards
The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)-CIHR Scholar-in-Training Awards support graduate students and postdoctoral researchers in presenting their research at the AACR Annual Meeting. Recipients will receive complementary conference registration, a stipend towards travel, subsistence expenses, and poster printing costs.
Award application due November 18, 2025 | More Information & Apply
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CIHR Institute of Community Support Program Travel Awards
The Institute of Community Support Travel Awards support graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and early-career researchers in presenting their original research at national and international meetings, workshops, and conferences.
Apply by November 18, 2025 | More Information & Apply
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Mitacs Training
Mitacs provides professional skills development courses including networking skills, project and time management, reconciliation and equity, diversity and inclusion, communication skills, career planning, and more.
More Information here
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Congratulations, Dr. Jiaoyi Chen, on receiving an ORT Conference Participation Award!
Dr. Jiaoyi Chen is a postdoctoral researcher in Dr. Federico Gaiti’s lab at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. Jiaoyi's research focuses on pathogenic mutations that contribute to breast cancer risk, aiming to guide the development of innovative prevention strategies targeting the earliest stages of cancer evolution.
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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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