Welcome to the information page for the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Transferable Skills Toolkit workshops
Early- and mid-career researchers in STEM at Deakin and Macquarie Universities are invited to join the STEM Transferable Skills Toolkit workshops available at their organisations.
About the program
The Science,
Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Transferable Skills Toolkit (the Toolkit) is a
professional development resource that aims to equip future STEM leaders with
the transferable skills that are imperative in all career paths, irrespective
of discipline, sector, and profession.
The Toolkit has been specifically designed with EMCRs in mind. Traditionally, EMCRs
do not receive adequate professional development opportunities during their
career and this program attempts to address this gap.
In 2019 the Toolkit is launching its two-stage pilot program. Stage one will deliver
four stand-alone yet complementary face-to-face workshops between May and
June 2019. The workshops will be video recorded
and, in conjunction with an e-learning designer, supporting online modules will
be developed and made freely accessible for all EMCRs during stage two.
Each workshop will focus on a key skill that can help EMCRs build successful careers in academia, industry and/or government, and will be
delivered by professional education providers who are passionate about
supporting the professional development of EMCRs.
The STEM
Toolkit has been initiated and developed by EMCRs and other staff at Deakin and
Macquarie Universities with the support of the Theo Murphy Initiative
(Australia).
Co-convenors:
Dr Michalis Hadjikakou, Research Fellow, Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment, Deakin University
Emily Brennan, Project Manager, Pro Vice-Chancellors Research, Macquarie University
Project team:
Perdita Harper, Deakin University
Dr Michalis Hadjikakou, Deakin University
Emily Brennan, Macquarie University
EMCR Advisory Committee:
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Deakin University |
Macquarie
University |
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Dr Kate Watermeyer, Dr Emily Nicholson, Associate
Professor Euan Ritchie, Associate Professor Luke Henderson |
Dr Nicholas Badcock, Dr Ruth Oliver, Dr Rae-Anne Hardie,
Dr Bianca De Wit, Dr Hassan Doosti, Dr Ivan Yuen, Dr Magdalena Lam |
Workshops
Prioritising tasks
Time: 10.00 am - 1.00 pm
Date: Wednesday 8
May 2019
Location: Deakin Downtown, Level 12, Tower 2, 727
Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3008
Morning tea will be included as part of the workshop.
About
The ability
to prioritise tasks and effectively manage competing demands is a highly needed
skill for early- and mid-career researchers (EMCRs). This workshop will help
EMCRs frame their activities in relation to their values and goals and provide
practical ways to develop strategies for maintaining boundaries, prioritising
tasks and managing in stressful situations.
Key capability areas addressed in this workshop:
• Leadership
• Project
management
Facilitator
Alfred Deakin Professor Kylie Ball, Deakin University
Managing expectations
Time: 12.30 pm– 3.30
pm
Date: Thursday 23 May 2019
Location: Room 4.03, Macquarie University Library, 16 Macquarie Walk
Afternoon tea will be offered after this workshop as an engagement opportunity between attendees.
About
The capacity to gain sponsorship and support from
supervisors and other key colleagues is a critical factor in building a
successful research career. Fundamental to gaining this support is your ability
to articulate your research career strategy, manage differences in expectations
and build effective relationships with your supervisor. However, gaining
effective support from influential, senior colleagues is not always easy. This
workshop therefore offers guidance on how to build an effective and supportive relationship
with supervisors and other key sponsors. In this three-hour session you will
explore a range of approaches that can assist you in building a supportive base
of senior colleagues.
Key capability areas addressed in this
workshop:
• Communication
• Project
management
• Leadership
Facilitator
Professor Shelda Debowski, Senior
Consultant Higher Ed Development
Demonstrating achievement
Time:
2.00 pm – 5.00 pm
Date:
Wednesday 12 June 2019
Location: Deakin Downtown, Level 12, Tower 2, 727 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3008
Afternoon tea will be included as part of the workshop.
About
Whether you’re walking into a job interview, applying for promotion or preparing for a performance review, the ability to effectively communicate the value of you and your work will greatly influence the outcomes you want from these scenarios. In this workshop you’ll learn what attributes employers in academic and non-academic sectors value from a researcher and will discover methods for identifying and recording skills utilised in research. You will come away from this workshop understanding how to create a proposition that clearly articulates your value and with tips for communicating this with confidence.
Key capability areas addressed in this
workshop:
• Career
management
• Leadership
• Strategic
planning
• Communication
Facilitator
Dr Shari Walsh, Growth Psychology
Inspiring and motivating others
Time:
9.30 am – 12.30 pm
Date:
Wednesday 26 June 2019
Location:
Room 149, 7 Wally’s Walk,
Macquarie University, NSW
Morning tea will be included as part of the workshop.
About
Whether overseeing a research
team, or supervising PhD scholars, the ability to inspire and motivate others
is essential to a research leader’s toolkit. Yet, these skills don’t come
naturally to most and are rarely taught or developed on the job. This workshop
is for current or aspiring leaders who want to understand the underpinning
elements of inspiring leadership. The workshop will cover:
- Developing and communicating a
vision for the team
- Induction and developing team
guidelines
- Building a team culture
- Motivating staff
- Supervising and mentoring effectively
Key capability areas addressed in this
workshop:
• Leadership
• Communication
• Project management
Facilitator
Professor Larry Marlow, Marlow-Hampshire
Register to attend a workshop
Registrations are now closed
WHO CAN REGISTER?
Early- and mid-career researchers (EMCRs) in STEM from Deakin and Macquarie Universities are eligible to register to attend the workshops that will be delivered at their university as part of the pilot stage of the STEM Transferable Skills Toolkit.
The Australian Academy of Science defines EMCRs as researchers who have received their PhD within the last 15 years, excluding any periods of career interruption.
Registration is complimentary but essential. Spaces are limited, so don't miss the chance to secure your spot.
Please note the workshops will be most relevant to EMCRs in STEM. PhD students in their final year who would like to attend the workshops are invited to join the waiting list by clicking the option in the registration page. If there are spaces available, those on the waiting list will be offered a spot on a first-come, first-served basis.
Besides joining the workshops at their organisation, registered attendees will have the chance to provide feedback about their experience and their professional development needs as a researcher. This information will be used to help design relevant content and the delivery of an online resource for all EMCRs in STEM. More information about the survey process will be provided once you register.
Don't miss the chance to learn valuable skills and contribute to the design a relevant resource for EMCRs!
Venues
Macquarie workshops
Location
Macquarie University
Wally's WalkMacquarie Park, NSW, 2019
Contact Us
If you have any questions about the workshops, the program or the registration process, please contact us via email or phone.