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UHN Office of Research Trainees (ORT)

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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
Summer Training And Research Program Learning: Session 1
Join the ORT for the first session of the Summer Training and Research (STAR) program to learn about ongoing research conducted by UHN graduate students and postdoctoral researchers. You will also gain actionable tips to help you make the most of your summer research experience.

May 29, 2:00 PM, Princess Margaret Hospital, 610 University Ave., 6th Floor, Bob Bell Auditorium | More Information
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
EVENTS 
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 that offers a practical introduction to integrating community engagement into the research process.

May 20, 12:00 PM | More Information & Register
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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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
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
Preventing Lung Cancer and Age-Related Pathologies: Myeloid Mayhem
Join Princess Margaret Cancer Centre for an in-person seminar featuring Dr. Charles Swanton from The Francis Crick Institute.

May 26, 10:30 AM, PMCRT, 101 College St., 4th Floor, Room 4-204
From Clinician to Founder: The Unfiltered Truth about Getting Health Tech Actually Adopted
Join the Entrepreneurship for Commercialization of Health Opportunities (ECHO) team for an online seminar featuring Dr. Joshua Liu, CEO and Co-Founder of SeamlessMD, who will provide an overview of SeamlessMD, its technologies, and the story behind its success.

May 27, 11:00 AM | More Information & Register
Introduction to Bayesian Methodology
Join Biostatistics@UHN for an online workshop exploring the fundamental principles of Bayesian statistics, including prior distributions, likelihood, and posterior inference.

May 29, 11:00 AM | More Information & Register
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
PiPER Community of Practice
Join the Pride in Patient Engagement in Research (PiPER) team for an online seminar featuring the Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Patient Advisory Council.

May 27, 12:00 PM | Zoom Link
OPPORTUNITIES
ChatGPD Episode 14: Public Healthcare Consultant - Driving Impact on the Ground
ChatGPD is a graduate professional development podcast hosted by the University of Toronto’s Institute of Medical Science (IMS). Episode 14 features an IMS MSc graduate who shares how she built a career bridging systems and community in her role as a Healthcare Consultant with the Vancouver Island Health Authority.

Watch on YouTube or Listen on Spotify

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.
 

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
Health Science Industry Training Course
The Health Science Industry Training Course is a 27-hour virtual program designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge needed to commercialize a therapeutic product or pursue a career in the health science industry.

Apply by May 28 | More Information & Apply
Canadian Cancer Society Research Training Awards: Master's, PhD, and Postdoctoral
The Canadian Cancer Society's Research Training Awards aim to support the next generation of cancer researchers by providing salary support and a training budget for MSc and PhD students and postdoctoral researchers.

PhD & Postdoctoral abstract deadline June 10; Master's abstract deadline June 30 | More Information
RESOURCE OF THE WEEK
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
COMMUNITY
Congratulations, Saiful Hoque, on receiving the CABHI Science Collaborative Fellowship!
Saiful Hoque is a postdoctoral researcher at the UHN Research Institutes, engineering the future of healthcare by transforming everyday clothing into intelligent, non-invasive medical sensors. Working alongside Dr. Azadeh Yadollahi and serving as the President of the Institute of Textile Science in Canada, Saiful is dedicated to translating the next-generation smart textiles from the lab directly to the patients who need them most.
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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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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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