Studies have tied shared meals to increased resiliency and self-esteem in children, higher academic achievement, a healthier relationship to food, and even reduced risk of substance abuse and eating disorders. Shared mealtime provides connection, enjoyment, and stability especially during the current pandemic. At this session we discussed how and why to make family dinners: - […]
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 […]
All interested research fellows are welcome to attend these monthly meetings. Learn how you can be involved, and share your ideas for new programs. Join the MGPA to stay informed! No RSVP is required, but please email mgpa@partners.org with any questions. Password: 278273
Session closed to LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (LDP) FOR RESEARCHERS selected participants only. This highly interactive 90-minute session provided participants with the opportunity to examine and build on their conflict resolution skills. They assessed their conflict style, considered what they may bring to conflict conversations that may help or hinder them and discuss what so often […]
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.
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS Do you have an outstanding mentor? Do you know an outstanding mentor? The Center for Faculty Development invites nominations for the John T. Potts, Jr., MD, Faculty Mentoring Award. This $5,000 award will be given to a faculty member from any MGH department who has contributed to the success of junior faculty […]
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS Do you know an outstanding Principal Investigator (PI) mentoring PhD graduate student(s) in their lab? The MGH Graduate Student Division (GSD) within the Center for Faculty Development invites nominations for the GSD PI Mentoring Award. This award will be given to an MGH PI who has contributed to the success of PhD […]
Would you like your ideas to get more recognition? Are you a great advocate for others but not as good at meeting your own interests? In large groups, do you struggle to get your voice heard? Speaking up clearly and effectively is a critical leadership skill. Whether leading a team, or navigating an academic career, […]
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!