Expert Insights: Hiring and Funding U of T Co-op Positions at UHN
Join the ORT for an online session with U of T co-op, Mitacs, and BioTalent SWPP to learn about opportunities for hiring and funding undergraduate co-op positions through U of T, including summer student positions.
January 20, 11:00 AM | More Information & Register
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Government Careers: Research, Policy, Evidence, and Compliance
Join the ORT for an online career panel featuring government professionals working in research, policy analysis, evidence generation, and regulatory compliance who will share their career paths, day-to-day work, and practical advice for trainees and postdocs considering government careers.
January 21, 2:00 PM | More Information & Register
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From Postdoc to Research Faculty Crash Course: Research Statements
The From Postdoc to Research Faculty Crash Course provides postdocs with comprehensive support throughout the journey toward securing a research faculty position. In the third session, attendees will learn practical strategies for creating a research statement that effectively communicates their skills, expertise, and contributions in a competitive academic environment.
January 22, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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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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Convert a Scientific Abstract into a Written Plain Language Summary
Join the Pride in Patient Engagement (PiPER) Team for an online workshop to learn how to simplify complex scientific language into plain, audience-friendly text and how to improve both visual and written scientific communications.
January 21, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Scaling Patient Trial Matching in Oncology with AI
Join the UHN AI Hub for an online seminar with Dr. Benjamin Haibe-Kains to learn about PMATCH, an AI-driven platform connecting patients with the right clinical trials.
January 21, 5:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Influence of Social, Environmental, and Genetic Factors on Tumour Biology as Contributors to Cancer Outcome Disparities
Join the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre for an in-person seminar with Dr. Stefan Ambs, National Cancer Institute.
January 22, 4:00 PM | Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, 610 University Ave., 6th Floor, Bob Bell Auditorium
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Build Your BioFuture: National Career Info Fair for Emerging Biotechnology & Biomanufacturing Talent
Join the Stem Cell Network for a virtual career fair to connect with top employers in Canada's biomanufacturing, biotechnology, and cell and gene therapy sectors. Learn about diverse career pathways, gain insider tips, and connect directly with recruiters.
January 27, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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From Patient to Product: Building FloPatch as a Scientist-Founder
Join the Entrepreneurship for Commercialization of Health Opportunities (ECHO) Program for an online seminar with Dr. Joseph Eibl, CEO and Co-Founder of Flosonics Medical.
January 28, 11:00 AM | Register
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PiPER Community of Practice
Join the Pride in Patient Engagement in Research (PiPER) team for an online event to learn about engaging people with lived experience in randomized controlled trials.
January 28, 12:00 PM | Zoom Link
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Virtual Library Tour
Join the UHN Library and Information Services for a virtual library tour to learn about the resources, expert support, and tools available.
January 28, 12:30 PM | More Information & Register
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Key Considerations for a Strong REB Proposal
Join the Institute of Education Research for an online session to learn the best practices for developing clear, comprehensive, and ethically sound Research Ethics Board (REB) proposals, including guidance on participant recruitment and managing potential risks.
January 28, 3:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Convert a Scientific Abstract into an Infographic using BioRender
Join the Pride in Patient Engagement in Research (PiPER) team for an online workshop to learn about BioRender's tools to design professional, eye-catching visuals.
January 29, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Determinants of Anti-Tumour Immunity in Kidney Cancer
Join the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre for an in-person seminar with Dr. David Braun, Yale School of Medicine.
January 29, 4:00 PM | Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, 610 University Ave., 6th Floor, Bob Bell Auditorium
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Phase III Clinical Trials
Join Biostatistics@UHN for an online seminar exploring Phase III clinical trials, with a focus on large-scale multicenter randomized studies involving thousands of patients, and their role in confirming treatment effectiveness for regulatory approval.
February 6, 11:00 AM | More Information & Register
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ChatGPD Episode 9: Neuroscientist to Founder of a UX Research Product Company
ChatGPD is a graduate professional development podcast hosted by U of T's Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS). Episode 9 features Jobir Mohamed, an IMS MSc graduate who will share how he moved from academic research to consulting and corporate roles, then into UX research, and ultimately into building his own company.
Watch on YouTube or Listen on Spotify
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Lab2Market Discover Cardiovascular
Lab2Market Discover Cardiovascular is a 10-week online program for fourth-year undergraduate and graduate students, and postdoctoral researchers, to learn the necessary steps to commercialize research and determine whether entrepreneurship is a path they can or should pursue.
Apply by January 21, 11:59 PM | More Information & Apply
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DSI Doctoral Student & Postdoctoral Fellowships
The University of Toronto Data Sciences Institute (DSI) Doctoral and Postdoctoral Fellowships support PhD students and postdoctoral researchers conducting multi/interdisciplinary training and collaborative research in data sciences.
Apply by January 23, 11:59 PM | More Information & Apply for the Doctoral and Postdoctoral Fellowship
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Cases & Coffee
Cases & Coffee is an online workshop series for trainees and postdocs to prepare for the 2026 full-time consultant recruitment or the 2027 internship recruitment cycle.
Apply by January 27, 5:00 PM | More Information & Apply
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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 March 15, 2026, and March 14, 2027 and planned by graduate student groups and societies.
Apply by February 15 | More Information & Apply
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Innovation OnBoard Pitch Competition
The Innovation OnBoard Pitch Competition offers inventors the opportunity to showcase their ideas in a poster-style pitching event. Winners will advance to the Final Pitch Competition, where they can compete for prizes up to $3,000.
Apply by February 16, 11:59 PM | More Information & Apply
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Altum Health
Altum Health is a program within UHN that offers physiotherapy, registered massage therapy, chiropractic therapy, orthotic foot care, occupational therapy, acupuncture, mental health services, and more. They offer exclusive prices for TeamUHN.
View the UHN Altum Health SharePoint page (UHN connection required) for price lists and more information.
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Alumni Spotlight
Meet Dr. Luke YongKyu Kwon, a former UHN graduate student and Scientific Associate II at UHN's Spatio-Temporal Targeting and Amplification of Radiation Response (STTARR) Innovation Centre! Discover Luke's journey from graduate student to scientific associate, and read his advice to those interested in his career path here.
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For December, UHN STEM Pathways acknowledges the outreach efforts of Jenny Min, a PhD Candidate at the UHN Research Institutes. When Jenny joined the Outreach Team this Fall, she dove right in - participating in numerous career panels and workshop sessions. She has done a wonderful job leading workshops and communicating science with youth.
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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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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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