the case for postdoc affairs
DESCRIPTION
With the changing job landscape scientific training must evolve as well. But what about the current and recent trainees that may not benefit from this enlightened attitude? I argue that we have and are already training a potentially diverse workforce. This coupled with an active postdoc/grad office, provides added value to the institution, lab, and trainee.TRANSCRIPT
We’re Already Training a Poten2ally Diverse Workforce Th
e Ph
D
Creates opportunity
and poten2al Hones cri2cal thinking and
problem solving skills
The Po
stdo
c
Refines research and professional
skills Develops an independent inves2gator
The Training
Select correct problem Cri2cal
examina2on Thorough analysis Eloquent
communica2on
These are desirable aFributes for ANY candidate in ANY field.
The Postdoc & Graduate Affairs Process
The Effort
Iden2fy strengths,
needs, gaps, & trends
Provide relevant training programs
Develop reasonable policies & guidelines
Include & serve the community
The Results
BeFer research
Enhanced recruitment
Increased reten2on
Decreased 2me to comple2on
BeFer prepared workforce