From Postdoc to Research Faculty Crash Course: Chalk Talk
The From Postdoc to Research Faculty Crash Course provides postdocs with comprehensive support throughout their journey to securing a research faculty position. In the sixth session, participants will learn about a critical component of many academic job interviews: the chalk talk.
April 15, 12:00 PM, 610 University Ave., Princess Margaret Hospital, 6th Floor, Bob Bell Auditorium | More Information & Register
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Where Can a UHN Postdoc Take You? Alumni Career Chats
Join the UHN Postdoc Association (UHNPA) for an online career panel featuring UHN postdoc alumni who have built diverse, impactful careers in industry, academia, government, and startups.
April 16, 1:30 PM | More Information & Register
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Commercialization and Industry Relationships
Join the Canada Leads Program for an online session on commercializing your UHN research and engaging in industry partnerships.
April 20, 3:00 PM | More Information & Register
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UHNPA Potluck in High Park
Join the UHN Postdoc Association (UHNPA) for an in-person social event featuring a potluck and a walk through High Park.
May 2, 1:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Share your accomplishments with us!
Have you won an award, published a paper, or 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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UHN Research Explained: Convert a Scientific Abstract into an Infographic Using BioRender
Join the Pride in Patient Engagement in Research (PiPER) team for an online workshop on converting a scientific abstract into a clear, engaging infographic, using BioRender’s tools to create professional, eye-catching visuals for sharing on social media.
April 17, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Beyond the Bench: Careers as a Medical Science Liaison
Join the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute at Mount Sinai Hospital for an online panel to learn about careers as a Medical Science Liaison (MSL).
April 20, 12:00 PM | Zoom Link
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UHN AI Rounds: The Urgency of Environmentally Sustainable and Socially Just Deployment of Artificial Intelligence
Join the UHN AI Hub for an online seminar to discuss the hidden environmental and social costs of deploying AI in healthcare, including how energy-intensive systems are expanding the sector's footprint.
April 22, 5:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Nanoengineering for the Detection and Treatment of Cancer
Join the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre for an in-person seminar with Dr. Daniel Heller, Sloan Kettering Institute.
April 23, 4:00 PM, 101 College St., Princess Margaret Cancer Research Tower, 4th Floor, Room 4-204
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Why Scientific Rigour Can Be the Ultimate Competitive Advantage
Join Entrepreneurship for Commercialization of Health Opportunities (ECHO) for an online seminar featuring Felix Baldauf-Lenschen, CEO and Founder of Altis Labs. He will provide an overview of the company, its technologies, and the story behind its success.
April 29, 11:00 AM | More Information & Register
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Advances in High-Resolution DESI Imaging: High-Speed Discovery and Quantitative Targeted Approaches for Biomedical Research
Join the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre for an in-person seminar with Dr. Bindesh Shrestha, Waters Corporation.
April 29, 12:00 PM, 610 University Ave., Princess Margaret Hospital, 7th Floor, Room 7-605
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UHN Wellness Dodgeball Tournament
Join UHN Wellness for an in-person dodgeball tournament. Registration is open to both individuals and teams, and first-place winners will receive a custom T-shirt.
May 2, 12:00 PM, 222 St. Patrick Street, Michener Institute of Education | More Information & Register
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UHN AI Rounds: AI for Augmentation of Surgical Performance: Promises, Perils and Realistic Expectations
Join the UHN AI Hub for an online seminar exploring how deep learning for computer vision can enable real-time surgical guidance, advancements in surgical data science, and barriers to implementing impactful clinical AI.
May 6, 5:00 PM | More Information & Register
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The Path to Entrepreneurship After the Postdoc with V1 Studio
Join Concordia University for an online session on entrepreneurship for researchers and discover how ideas from academia can evolve into real-world solutions.
May 8, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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CAN-TAP-TALENT Master's, Doctoral, and Postdoctoral Awards
The CAN-TAP-TALENT Master’s, Doctoral, and Postdoctoral Awards provide stipend support for graduate students and postdoctoral researchers conducting clinical research.
Apply by April 17, 11:59 PM | More Information & Apply
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University of Toronto Early Stage Technology Program
The University of Toronto Early Stage Technology (UTEST) Program is an early-stage commercialization program for researchers, postdoctoral researchers, and trainees interested in translating their ideas into ventures. Running from June to December 2026, the program offers intensive educational programs, entrepreneurship training, business education, and hands-on support for venture development. Eligible teams may receive $10,000 in non-dilutive funding.
Connect with UHN commercialization (commercialization@uhn.ca) before applying for application support and to align with UHN processes.
Apply by May 14 | More Information & Apply
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Microsoft CoPilot
Did you know that TeamUHN, including graduate students and postdocs, has access to Microsoft Co-Pilot? Fully integrated across Microsoft applications, Co-Pilot provides contextually relevant assistance to help streamline your work. It operates securely within UHN, ensuring your data remains safe, encrypted, and is not shared with external servers.
You can access Co-Pilot in a browser (here, UHN Connection Required) or by clicking the Co-Pilot icon within Microsoft apps.
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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
ORT's Student and Postdoc Handbook is a comprehensive guide for UHN trainees and postdoctoral researchers, 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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