Diverse Careers in Science: A Panel Discussion – December 6.
Our diverse careers panel discussion held on 12/6/2011 was well received with over 50 doctoral, masters and post-doctoral fellows in attendance. Introductions were made by the Associate Provost, Graduate Medical Sciences and the panel was moderated by Lauren Celano, MBA, Founder and CEO, Propel Careers. Other panelists include : Stephanie Seidl, Ph.D., Product Scientist, Cell Signaling Phill Jones, Ph.D. Editorial Director, Journal of Visualized Experiments Cissy Young, MBA, Ph.D., Director, Strategy and Business Development, Cerulean Pharma Inc. Jim Gould, Ph.D., Director of the Office of Postdoctoral Fellows, Harvard Medical School/Harvard School of Dental Medicine For further details of this successful event view... More
GMSSO Blood Drive April 4
The GMSSO and the American Red Cross will be sponsoring a blood drive on Wednesday, April 4th from 10am-3pm in the Hiebert Lounge, 14th Floor. Please sign up for an appointment the week before/the week of at the GMSSO table in the L-Building Lobby. Contact Email: gmsso@bu.edu
Pathways to U.S. Permanent Residence for International Postdocs December 8.
Title: Pathways to U.S. Permanent Residence for International Postdocs Description: Workshop is intended for international postdocs in the United States in nonimmigrant classifications. Will cover long-term immigration alternatives, strategies and timing considerations for postdoctoral researchers preparing to apply for U.S. Lawful Permanent Residence and will also provide an overview of BU sponsorship policies and procedures. The session co-sponsored by the BUMC Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) and the BU International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO). Date: Thursday, December 8, 2011 Time: 1:30 – 3:30... More
Lab Time Management: a Practical Perspective
From a practical perspective, one of the most daunting challenges for beginning investigators is learning how to cram an impossible load of new obligations into a 24-hour day. Finding ways to manage the conflicting demands on your time can be a key to developing a successful career and a rewarding personal life. Our recent Postdoctoral Affairs Speaker Series Seminar held on 10/27/11 addressed this issue. One of the postdoc who attended said this about the event and the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs: “Thanks so much for organizing the time management workshop. The speakers had really helpful advice and offered good... More
PhD Dissertation Prospectus Due October 3rd for May 2012 Graduates
PhD student planning to graduate in May 2012 should submit the Dissertation Prospectus by October 3rd. Please see graduation calendar for other important dates. Other PhD forms can be found on the students forms page
Last Date to Drop Classes is October 11.
The Drop deadline for all GMS students is October 11th. Please complete an add/drop form and submit to registrar, Ms. Millie Agosto.
The PhD Movie to be shown on Thursday October 20th at 5-7 pm.
The showing of the PhD movie is being sponsored by the GMSSO. For further information please visit the GMSSO page or flyer.
Building Successful Research Teams: Preventing and Managing Conflict – November 2nd
Building Successful Research Teams: Preventing and Managing Conflict Understanding the factors that contribute to the successful functioning of a team is critical to anyone who leads or participates in collaborative science. Event Details: Wednesday, November 2, 2011 Workshop 4-5:30pm. Reception to follow. BU Medical Campus, Room K-103 Questions?? Contact: Ms. Kayleigh Klegraefe (617) 638-5138, kay416@bu.edu This workshop will explore strategies for building successful and dynamic research teams. Discussion will consider: Essential characteristics of a successful research team. How to build and sustain successful research teams. How to develop your own career in a team science context. How to manage conflict constructively in a team science... More
Upcoming Drop Deadline, Friday Nov. 11
The last day to drop courses is Friday, November 11, 2011. Please use the add/drop form found on the student forms page and obtain the required advisor and instructor signatures before submitting to GMS, L315.
GMSSO Fall Social – September 14th
The GMSSO Fall Social will be on Wednesday, September 14th at T's Pub, 973 Commonwealth Avenue. The event will run from 7pm-10pm. This event is open to all new and current GMS master's and Ph.D. students. Plenty of free food will be provided. Questions? Email gmsso@bu.edu