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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Fundamentals of Time Management
Join the ORT for an online workshop to learn practical, proven strategies to manage your schedule effectively, prioritize tasks, and stay focused in a world full of distractions.
December 11, 2:00 PM | More Information & Register
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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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Ferroptosis in Acute Myeloid Leukemia: Mitochondrial Regulation and Crosstalk with Apoptosis
Join the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre for an in-person seminar with Dr. Jo Ishizawa, MD Anderson Cancer Centre.
November 24, 12:30 PM, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, 610 University Ave., 6th Floor, Bob Bell Auditorium
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EndNote vs. Zotero: Choose the Right Tool for You
Join the UHN Library and Information Services for an online workshop to learn the key features of EndNote and Zotero and practical applications to help you determine which solution best aligns with your workflow, budget, and research requirements.
November 26, 11:00 AM | More Information & Register
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PiPER Community of Practice
Join the Pride in Patient Engagement in Research (PiPER) Team for an online session titled "Collaboration not Consultation: Learning from the Digital Action Youth Advisory at Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario".
November 26, 12:00 PM | Calendar Invite
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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 an online event to explore how artificial intelligence can be responsibly and meaningfully integrated into clinical practice.
November 25, 4:00 PM | More Information & Register
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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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Observational Study Design
Join Biostatistics@UHN for an online workshop exploring the main types of study design (cross-sectional, case-control, and cohort) and their strengths, limitations, and applications in medical research.
December 5, 11:00 AM | More Information & Register
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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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LSCDS Mentorship Program
The Life Sciences Career Development Syndicate (LSCDS) Mentorship Program connects graduate students and postdoctoral researchers with industry professionals while offering bi-monthly skill-building workshops and networking opportunities.
Apply by November 28 | 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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UHN Library and Information Services
The UHN Library and Information Services offers practical and interactive online workshops designed to make you a skilled user of library resources and services. This includes workshops on reference managers, PubMed, how to use Medline, and how to write reviews.
More information here.
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Congratulations, Oreoluwa Kolade, on receiving an ORT Conference Participation Award!
Oreoluwa Kolade is a PhD candidate in Dr. Sowmya Viswanathan's lab at the UHN Research Institutes. Ore studies combinations of growth parameters in mesenchymal stromal cell donors to increase their potency for use in regenerative therapies.
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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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