Weldon Graduate Program Announcements
October 2nd, 2024
Career and Internship Opportunities
Internship Positions
Postdoctoral Positions
Full Time Positions
ESE Symposium - Final Call for Posters!
See attached
This week is the
18th Annual ESE Symposium!
This year’s theme being "The Future of WATERS", created by the 2023 ESE Cohort, the symposium will explore six critical themes around water: Wellbeing, Access, Technology, Ecological Impacts, Resilience, and Sustainability, addressing
issues such as water quality, security, policy, and access. On the first day, the students will be hosting Dan Egan, a New York Times bestselling author. Then on the second day, students will host a panel discussion followed by a poster session. Attached
you will find flyers for Dialogue with Dan, our panel discussion, and a call for posters, along with additional details listed below. This should be a great event, and we cannot wait to see everyone!
Dialogue with Dan
Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Fowler Hall, Stewart Center
Refreshments (in west lobby), 6:00-7:00 PM
Dialogue with Dan Egan, 7:00-8:00 PM
Book Signing to Follow, 8:00-9:00 PM
Panel Discussion
Thursday, October 3, 2024, 12:30-2:30 PM
Deans Auditorium, Pfendler Hall
Dr. Jane Frankenberger, Professor
of Agricultural and Biological Engineering at Purdue University and Extension
Dr. Inez Hua, Professor of Civil
Engineering and Environmental and Ecological Engineering at Purdue University
Dr. Katie O’Reilly, Aquatic Invasive
Species Specialist with Illinois/Indiana Sea Grant and
Illinois Natural History Survey, Prairie Research Institute of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Dr. John J. Quinn, Principal Hydrologist
with the Environmental Science Division at Argonne National Laboratory
Refreshments Provided
Poster Session
Thursday, October 3, 2024, 2:30-4:30 PM
Leopold's Landing, Pfendler Hall
Following the Panel Discussion
Open to All Areas of Research
Submit application by September 26th
for a higher chance of being selected to present.
Graduate and Undergraduate Students Welcome
Refreshments Provided
University System of Maryland Virtual Postdoc Information Session
See attached
Wednesday October 16, 12:00 pm -2:00pm ET
Join us for this new event and discover the unique offerings of different universities within the University System of Maryland (USM).
Whether you’re a current postdoc or considering applying for a postdoctoral position, this event is packed with valuable insights and connections.
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Discover Unique Resources: Learn about the diverse facilities, resources, and support services each university provides.
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Hear from Postdocs: Gain first-hand insights from a panel of current postdocs representing multiple USM institutions.
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Get Your Questions Answered: Participate in focused breakout sessions tailored to address specific questions about institutions
and programs.
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Personalized Application Advice: Receive tips and guidance on applying for postdoc positions, including key considerations for
your application process.
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Build Your Network: Connect with representatives from across the USM!
Event Schedule
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12:00 - 1:00 PM: Presentations from each institution (UMBC, UMCP, UMB, Salisbury, Towson, UMES, UMCES),
showcasing their unique offerings and followed by a brief Q&A session.
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1:00 - 1:30 PM: Postdoc Panel - Hear from current postdocs as they share their experiences and perspectives from their respective
schools.
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1:30 - 2:00 PM: Breakout Sessions - Dive deeper with focused groups, including the
RISE
UPP initiative, or explore specific school breakouts for more personalized
interactions.
Future Faculty Boot Camp: Professional Development Event
October 7th & 8th | Fall Break | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
This fall break, the Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Professional Development is hosting a two-day, in-person event that will include
13 professional development workshops designed to prepare graduate students for the academic job market.
Students who plan to have a career in academia are encouraged to attend this free event! Lunch and refreshments will be provided.
Those interested in attending must register at the following link.
https://gspd.gosignmeup.com/public/Course/browse?courseid=6638&AllowDirectLoad=1
Questions regarding this event can be sent to
loy2@purdue.edu.
Now Launching
🚀
the Japan Smart Healthy Aging QuickFire Challenge 2024
Now
Launching the Japan Smart Healthy Aging QuickFire Challenge 2024
Here are some upcoming workshops and deadlines more detailed information about the workshops will be sent out separately closer to
the event.
October 2nd Networking (including LinkedIn): Small Talk, Big Opportunity (CCO)
October 2nd Publishing a Scientific Paper (GSPD)
October 2nd Advanced Tableau Techniques (GSPD)
October 2nd Using Persuasion in Science Communication (Part 1) (GSPD)
October 2nd-3rd ESE Fall 2024 Symposium (RSVP)
October 3rd Convert your CV to a Resume (GSPD)
October 3rd Let’s Talk Taxes (GSPD)
October 3rd WRP Info Session (Register)
October 4th Mentoring Graduate Writers (GSPD)
October 4th NSF Fellowship Help Session (GSPD)
October 4th Postdoc Power Session: First Friday in October (GSPD)
October 7th Becoming a Resilient Scientist: Unit 2 Exploring Our Self-Talk: Cognitive Distortions & Imposter Fears (Register)
October 7th WRP Info Session (Register)
Oct. 7th-8th Future Faculty Boot Camp (GSPD)
October 8th National deadline for the Fullbright US Student Program (Apply
Here)
October 8th Deadline to submit C.V. for BIG10 Academia Career Fair (Submit
Here)
October 9th Comparing Job Offers (GSPD)
October 9th Use of Transformers Beyond NLP (GSPD)
October 9th Using Persuasion in Science Communication (Part 2) (GSPD)
October 10th Protecting Your Mental Health During Graduate School (GSPD)
October 10th Time Management (GSPD)
October 10th Purdue Life Sciences & Pharma Career Fair (CCO)
October 10th Industrial & Molecular Pharmaceutics PhD Recruiting Event (WALC 1121 @ 6:30 pm)
October 11th Credit – Understanding Cards & Scores (GSPD)
October 11th Deadline to apply for Johnson & Johnson QuickFire Challenge (Apply
Here)
October 14th F31/F30 Workshop Series Topic 1: “Specific Aims and Review Criteria” Q&A Session (GSPD)
October 14th The Academic Cover Letter (GSPD)
October 14th The Cover Letter (GSPD)
October 14th Deadline to apply for Vanderbilt Grad Student Travel Award (Apply
Here)
October 15th Getting the Mentoring You Need (GSPD)
October 15th Becoming a Resilient Scientist Discussion Group for Unit 2 (Register)
October 15th International Student Workshop 4: Find Your Career Success in the US (CCO)
October 15th Pathway 2 Virtual Postdoc Recruitment Workshop at UT Southwestern (Register)
October 16th Spatial Data Visualization with ArcGIS Online (GSPD)
October 16th Success Over Stress (GSPD)
October 16th What Can I Do with a Major in…? (CCO)
October 16th BIG10 Academia Career Fair (Register)
October 16th University System of Maryland Virtual Postdoc Info Session (Register)
October 17th Business Meal Etiquette (GSPD)
October 18th Copyrights: An Overview for Scholars (GSPD)
October 21st Citation Management with Zotero (GSPD)
October 21st Healthy Financial Habits (GSPD)
October 21st NDSEG (Defense Research) Fellowship Info Session (GSPD)
October 21st Becoming a Resilient Scientist: Unit 3 – Self-advocacy and Assertiveness (Register)
October 22nd Diet, Stress, & Emotional Eating (GSPD)
October 22nd NDSEG (Defense Research) Fellowship Info Session (GSPD)
October 22nd Setting Yourself Up to Win in Grad School (GSPD)
October 23rd Delivery Tips & Tricks (GSPD)
October 23rd Introduction to Diffusion (GSPD)
October 23rd AI Tools for Lit Reviews (GSPD)
October 24th Entrepreneurship as a Career Path (GSPD)
October 24th Preparing to Buy a Car (GSPD)
October 25th Getting the Mentoring You Need (GSPD)
October 25th Postdoc Coffee Chat (GSPD)
October 25th RCR: Discipline-Specific Training (GSPD)
October 28th Becoming a Resilient Scientist Discussion Group for Unit 3 (Register)
October 28th CVs and Cover Letters for Academic Jobs (GSPD)
October 28th F31/F30 Workshop Series Topic 2: “Background, Training Goals, & Mentoring” Presentation (GSPD)
October 29th Preparing for Academic Interviews (GSPD)
October 30th Spatial Data Visualization – StoryMap (GSPD)
October 30th Successful Visual Aids (GSPD)
October 31st International Student Workshop 5: Job Offer Negotiation (CCO)
Nov. 1st Mentoring and the Dissertation Process (GSPD)
Nov. 1st Postdoc Power Session: First Friday in November (GSPD)
Nov. 4th Becoming a Resilient Scientist: Unit 4 – Feedback Resilience (Register)
Nov. 5th Overview of the FDA Drug Development Process Seminar
Nov. 6th AI Tools for Literature Review (GSPD)
Nov. 6th Networking (including LinkedIn): Small Talk, Big Opportunity (CCO)
Nov. 7th Healthy Eating on the Run (GSPD)
Nov. 8th LinkedIn (GSPD)
Nov. 11th F31/F30 Workshop Series Topic 2: “Background, Training Goals, & Mentoring” Q&A Session (GSPD)
Nov. 12th Healthy Eating on the Run (GSPD)
Nov. 12th Preparing to Buy a Car (GSPD)
Nov. 12th Becoming a Resilient Scientist Discussion Group for Unit 4
Nov. 12th Deadline to submit Letter of Intent (LOI) for NIH DiabDocs Program (Submit
Here)
Nov. 13th Business Databases: Ace Your Job Interview, Find Investors for Your Research Idea (GSPD)
Nov. 14th Business Meal Etiquette (GSPD)
Nov. 14th Conference Paper Writing and Presenting: Strategies for Success (GSPD)
Nov. 15th RCR: Discipline-Specific Training (GSPD)
Nov. 15th Postdoc Coffee Chat (GSPD)
Nov. 18th Becoming a Resilient Scientist: Unit 5 – Managing Up to Maximize Mentoring Relationships (Register)
Nov. 18th Managing Uncertainty During Graduate School (GSPD)
Nov. 19th Debt Management (GSPD)
Dec. 2nd F31/F30 Workshop Series Topic 3: "Research Strategy--Significance & Motivation" Presentation (GSPD)
Dec. 6th Postdoc Power Session: First Friday in December (GSPD)
Dec. 13th Postdoc Coffee Chat (GSPD)
Dec. 16th F31/F30 Workshop Series Topic 3: "Research Strategy--Significance & Motivation" Q&A Session (GSPD)
Jan. 13th F31/F30 Workshop Series Topic 4: “Research Strategy Approach” Presentation (GSPD)
Jan. 27th F31/F30 Workshop Series Topic 4: “Research Strategy Approach” Q&A Session (GSPD)
Jan. 31st Application deadline for Johnson & Johnson Japan Smart Healthy Aging QuickFire Challenge (Apply)
Feb. 10th F31/F30 Workshop Series Topic 5: “Biosketch and Other Documents” Working Session (GSPD)
Please inform Tammy of honors, awards, or other accolades (to include having a paper published) you receive
so that the Weldon School may recognize your accomplishments. Send the complete information – specific title and nature of the award, name of conference or event at which award was given, date of said event, photograph if available, etc. – to
tsiemers@purdue.edu.
Tammy Siemers
She/Her
Associate Director, Graduate Education
BME Students (ONLY): Schedule appointments with me via BoilerConnect
here.
Weldon School of Biomedical Engineering
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