Academic Job Search and Career Planning Roundtable Discussions w/ BCM Faculty
Wednesday, September 19, 2018 5 - 7pm Rayzor Lounge
Following Dr. Brendan Lee's lecture on "Building a Sustainable Research Program", we invite you to participate in a professional networking session with BCM faculty who will lead round-table discussions on a variety of topics.
Participants will have the opportunity to rotate at various tables. Refreshments provided.
Topics of discussion include:
- Grant Writing: writing an effective research plan; managing your first R01
- Faculty Job Search: interviewing/negotiating job offers; standing out as applicant
- Lab Management: setting up your lab; managing budgets; working with start-up funds
- Personnel Management & Mentoring: hiring/staffing the lab; recruiting students; mentoring staff vs. trainees
- Funding: opportunities for new investigators; career development awards
- Career Development Awards: K99/R00 - Transitioning from career development award to faculty