Intellectual Property
Join the Canada Leads Program for an online session on intellectual property (IP) fundamentals, including an overview of the UHN disclosure and IP protection workflow, as well as key risks and best practices for researchers.
May 13, 1:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Medical Affairs in Pharma: The MSL Role
Join the ORT for an in-person workshop exploring the intersection of scientific expertise, effective communication, and strategic collaboration. Participants will also gain insight into the skills, responsibilities, and career opportunities of a Medical Science Liaison (MSL).
May 25, 1:00 PM, 550 University Ave., Toronto Rehab Institute-University Centre | More Information & Register
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From Postdoc to Research Faculty Crash Course: Networking Event
The From Postdoc to Research Faculty Crash Course provides postdoctoral researchers with comprehensive support as they navigate the path to securing a research faculty position. The final session will feature a panel discussion and roundtable networking with research and teaching faculty from hospitals and universities across Toronto.
June 10, 4:00 PM, 550 University Ave., Toronto Rehab Institute-University Centre, 2nd Floor Auditorium | More Information & Register
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Getting Started: How to Include Community Engagement in Your Research
Join the University of Toronto’s Leong Centre for Healthy Children for an in-person workshop offering a practical introduction to integrating community engagement into the research process.
May 20, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Advances in Sequencing Workflows and Multiomic Applications
Join the Princess Margaret Genomics Centre and Illumina for an in-person seminar to explore new multiomics assays and discover innovative technologies.
May 21, 9:15 AM, PMCRT, 101 College St., 4th Floor, Room 4-204 | More Information & Register
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Allosteric Regulation of Acetyl-CoA Utilizing Enzymes
Join the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre for an in-person seminar featuring Dr. Ronen Marmorstein from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania.
May 21, 4:00 PM, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, 610 University Ave., 6th Floor, Bob Bell Auditorium
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Preparing for Today's Academic Job Market
Join Concordia University for an online panel discussion on navigating the academic hiring landscape, including how to effectively prepare application materials such as CVs, research and teaching statements, and strategies for standing out in a competitive pool.
May 22, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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Spectral Panel Design Seminar
Join the Princess Margaret–Krembil Discovery Tower Flow Facilities for an in-person seminar exploring key principles of multicolour panel design for both conventional and spectral flow cytometry. Designed for novice and advanced users, this seminar offers practical strategies for managing spillover, optimizing fluorochrome selection, and confidently building robust panels using the BD Biosciences Panel Design Program.
May 27, 11:00 AM, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, 610 University Ave., 8th Floor, Room 8-502 | More Information & Register
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The Role of GPNMB as an Immunosuppressive Molecule in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
Join the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre for an in-person seminar featuring Dr. Peter Siegel from McGill University.
May 28, 4:00 PM, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, 610 University Ave., 6th Floor, Bob Bell Auditorium
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NOMIS & Science Young Explorer Award
The NOMIS & Science Young Explorer Award recognizes early-career researchers, including postdoctoral researchers, who pursue fundamental questions at the intersection of the life and social sciences. It honours scientists whose interdisciplinary work fosters meaningful cross-disciplinary collaboration and who demonstrate a willingness to take risks in addressing important and compelling questions using creative approaches.
Apply by May 15 | More Information & Apply
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Canadian Bioinformatics Hub Training Awards - Spring Cycle
The Canadian Bioinformatics Hub Training Awards provide up to $2,500 to support the professional development of graduate students and postdoctoral researchers in bioinformatics, computational biology, and data science through attendance at tutorials, workshops, and training events held between June 15, 2026, and June 14, 2027.
Apply by May 15 | More Information & Apply
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BioHubNet EQUIP Funding Opportunities
VentureLift Round 5 offers up to $25,000 to support trainee and postdoc entrepreneurs advancing IP-backed innovations through key development milestones, including business strategy, product development, and regulatory planning.
Pre-screening deadline: May 22, 2026, 12:00 PM
VentureConnect (May Round) provides up to $5,000 for trainee-entrepreneurs to attend industry events, investor conferences, and pitch competitions.
Application deadline: Noon, May 25, 2026
More Information & Apply | Interested applicants are required to reach out to commercialization@uhn.ca prior to applying.
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McCall MacBain Postdoctoral Scholars Leadership Certification
The McCall MacBain Postdoctoral Scholars Leadership Certification is a one-week intensive training program designed for postdoctoral researchers. Through focused training in effective communication, leadership, and emotional intelligence, participants will reflect on their individual leadership styles and develop practical tools to become impactful leaders.
Apply by May 28 | More Information & Apply
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UHN Library & Information Services
The UHN Library & 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, Élyse Comeau, on receiving the KITE Trainee Research Impact and Knowledge Mobilization Award!
Élyse Comeau is a postdoctoral researcher with Dr. Tilak Dutta’s Engineering Health Team at the UHN Research Institutes. Her research focuses on winter accessibility at sidewalks and intersections for people with mobility-related disabilities.
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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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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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