All interested research fellows are welcome to attend the MGPA's planning meetings. Learn how you can be involved, and share your ideas for new programs. The MGPA organizes a variety of events including: Careers in Academia Industry Careers Exposure Careers in Consulting Career Networking events Mentoring Program Social events USMLE Study groups Green Card Information […]
Sarah Cardozo Duncan led a workshop covering informational interviews: what are they, why to do them, and how to get the most out of the conversation. Facilitator: Sarah Cardozo Duncan, is a career strategist with an established national and international client base. Sarah runs her own consulting firm, Career Strategist, and draws upon over twenty […]
Non-US citizen MGH research fellows learned more about the process and requirements for USA permanent residence application. This event was led by Madeline Cronin and Eoin Reilly from Iandoli Desai & Cronin P.C., a U.S. immigration law firm located in the Charlestown Navy Yard. The seven attorney firm represents businesses, institutions and individuals on a […]
This was a virtual event designed for international postdocs on a visa to help them with looking for funding options to progress in their career. In this event, participants: Received a list of several NIH grants for which they might be eligible while on visa Heard about the application process Listened to speakers at various […]
The past few months brought about several changes that affected our international post-docs and created a lot of uncertainty related to travel and changes in visa status. We held an informational event in conjunction with Partners Office for International Professionals & Students (PIPS) Manager, Noel Palatas and immigration lawyers Dónal Eoin Reilly and Madeline Cronin […]
This seminar helped participants prepare their CV/Resume for academia, industry or for a more general career exploration. Participants learned to: Tailor their CV/resume to their goals Highlight and build transferable skills and experience Focus the content and structure Apply value added tips and tricks Facilitator: Lauren Celano, MBA, Founder and CEO, Propel Careers
Sponsored by the Mass General Postdoc Association (MGPA) Collaborations between scientists and clinicians are vital to translating findings from lab discoveries to clinical care. In our formal scientific training, we are rarely taught how to develop successful collaborations with other scientists, clinicians, and engineers to successfully perform interdisciplinary projects. In this panel discussion, we will […]
This seminar focused on career opportunities available to individuals with advanced degrees and provided an overview of the skills needed to excel in each type of role. At this seminar participants learned about: Research and non-research career paths such as consulting, product development, etc. Numerous opportunities in non-profit and for-profit organizations Professional associations and groups […]
Join the one-hour monthly MGPA Social Connection event for an early virtual Friendsgiving for all MGH postdocs and graduates, where we will talk about what we are grateful for, together with Brad Franger, a career coach for STEM professionals at Great Fit Coaching.
Are you considering a career in consulting? Join us for our December Chat Session with Life-Science Consultant Ruthy Glass. We will talk about career transition, the interview process, and a consultant's day to day. Do you have specific questions? Bring them along!