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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ORT Conference Participation Award - Deadline Extended
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.
Deadline Extended to November 14, 5:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Advice from UHN Postdocs: How to Find a Postdoc Position
Join the ORT for an online session to hear the experiences of UHN postdocs, their journeys towards finding and securing their current position, and advice for those interested in pursuing a postdoc after graduate school.
November 19, 2025, 2:00 PM | More Information & Register
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From Postdoc to Research Faculty Crash Course: CV and Cover Letters
The From Postdoc to Research Faculty Crash Course provides postdocs with comprehensive support throughout the journey toward securing a research faculty position. In the second session, attendees will learn how to craft an informative CV and how to tailor a cover letter for faculty or research-based roles.
November 27, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Teaching in Higher Education (THE500) Training Program
The ORT is excited to offer UHN senior PhD students and postdoctoral researchers the opportunity to participate in the Winter 2026 cohort of U of T's THE500 Teaching in Higher Education course, an invaluable opportunity to build practical teaching skills, explore diverse teaching styles, and strengthen their understanding of how students learn.
Apply by December 1, 9:00 AM | More Information & Apply
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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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2025 UHN Safety Culture Survey
The 2025 UHN Safety Culture Survey directly impacts UHN's ability to deliver world-class care and helps create a culture where every team member feels empowered to speak up. Complete the survey for a chance to win a $2000 Air Canada gift card or a $500 Live Nation or spa gift card!
Check your email for a personalized link from safetyculture.survey@uhn.ca or use this universal survey link.
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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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Qualitative Exploration of the Gender Roles in Family Caregiver Experiences and Support Needs Post-Pandemic
Join the CIHR Institute of Gender & Health Trainee Network for an online talk by UHN MSc student, Simran Bansal.
November 12, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Flow Cytometry Lunch & Learn
Join the Princess Margaret Flow Cytometry team for an in-person workshop to learn about the team and facility, available technologies and services, research applications, and special offers to new users. No registration required.
November 13, 12:00 PM, PMCRT, 101 College St., 4th Floor, Room 204
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Molecular Reprogramming Driving Lineage Plasticity in Advanced Prostate Cancer
Join the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre for an in-person seminar with Dr. David Rickman, Weill Cornell Medicine.
November 13, 4:00 PM, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, 610 University Ave., 6th Floor, Bob Bell Auditorium
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Demystifying Fundraising for Early-Stage Startups
Join Innovation Onboard at the University of Toronto for an in-person fireside chat to learn how to find the right investors, communicate your vision effectively, and navigate Canada's venture landscape.
November 18, 5:00 PM, Hart House, 7 Hart House Circle, 2nd Floor Debate Room | More Information & Register
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Networking Part 2: Researcher Profiles and Maximizing Your Research Impact
Join The Institute of Education Research for an online workshop to learn about research impact and how to create and build your researcher profiles.
November 19, 12:00 PM | Register
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Project Management Workshop
Join Mitacs for a two-day, in-person workshop to learn project planning, time management strategies, stakeholder communication practices, and peer collaboration techniques. Participants who complete the workshop will earn 16 credit hours toward the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. To participate, create an EDGE account and enroll in the "Project Management In-Person" course bundle.
November 19-20 | Register
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Clonal Evolution of Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Join the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre for an in-person workshop with Dr. Eirini Papapetrou from the Icahn School of Medicine.
November 20, 4:00 PM, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, 610 University Ave., 6th Floor, Bob Bell Auditorium
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Diagnostic Tests
Join Biostatistics@UHN for an online workshop to learn how to build a clear understanding of diagnostic test accuracy through metrics such as sensitivity, specificity, AUC, and ROC curves.
November 28, 1:00 PM | More Information & Register
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EPIC Doctoral Award
The Emerging and Pandemic Infections Consortium (EPIC) Doctoral Award awards full-time U of T PhD candidates with a one-time $2000 payment and an additional $3000 for research and professional development travel.
Apply by November 14, 11:59 PM | More Information & Apply
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Adel S. Sedra Distinguished Graduate Award
The Adel S. Sedra Distinguished Graduate Award is a fellowship of up to $25,000 awarded to a U of T doctoral student who demonstrates outstanding academic and extracurricular leadership.
Apply by November 21, 4:30 PM | More Information & Apply
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Call for Abstracts: Beyond Sciences Initiative Conference
The 11th Annual Beyond Sciences Initiative (BSI) Conference is now accepting abstracts for oral, poster, pre-recorded, and hot-doc presentations in the fields of infectious diseases, cancer, chronic diseases, global health, biotechnology, and bioinformatics. The online conference will take place on February 20–21, 2026, and registration is free!
Submit by December 1 | More Information & Submit
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ChatGPD Episode 7 - Translational Research Scientist & Assistant Professor: Debunking the Myths of Academia
ChatGPD is a graduate professional development podcast hosted by U of T's Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS). Episode 7 features Dr. Kelsey McLaughlin, an Assistant Professor in IMS, who shares how being a scientist can be flexible, creative, and deeply fulfilling.
Listen on Spotify here
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Research Participants Needed: Creating Solutions to Help Post-Secondary Students
Dr. David Wiljer's Digital Compassion Research Lab at UHN is recruiting post-secondary students aged 18-30 to provide input to co-create solutions that help post-secondary students find the help they need (housing, health, legal, etc.).
More Information & Participate
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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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Congratulations, Danica Johnson, on receiving an ORT Conference Participation Award!
Danica Johnson is a PhD Candidate at the UHN Research Institutes, supervised by Dr. Joshua Rosenblat. Her research explores the effects of psychedelic compounds, particularly psilocybin and ketamine, on cognitive functioning in treatment-resistant unipolar and bipolar depression.
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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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