14 April 2021

CaRST eNewsletter

The Industry Mentoring Network in STEM (IMNIS) is Australia’s leading mentoring initiative connecting motivated PhD students in STEM with influential, high-level industry leaders in the STEM ecosystem.

A limited number of University of Adelaide PhD students who are motivated to learn about and engage with industry and the broader STEM ecosystem will be selected to participate in the 2021-2022 program. Participating students receive one year of individual mentoring and the opportunity to attend several state-level networking and professional development events throughout the year.

IMNIS is open to University of Adelaide PhD students enrolled in a STEM discipline who are confirmed in candidature but not nearing the thesis write-up stage (typically in the 2nd year of their PhD).

Applications close COB Friday 30 April 2021.

Information session: Thursday, April 15 2020 at 11am. Register here.

Training and Development Events

Please note that CaRST Events are for HDR students only unless otherwise specified.  Before registering for CaRST events, please review our no-show policy.

Appropriate Citation and Avoiding Plagiarism

When: 27 April 2021, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Credits: 2 credits, Domain C
Delivery mode: Zoom meeting

This session presents different types of in test and end of test citations. It explains how these aspects of research writing give credibility to a project. Further, by following the necessary protocols of research, writing citations assist in the avoidance of plagiarism. The session also covers intellectual property requirements and authorship issues. Register here.

Project Management

When: 28 April 2021, 9:30am - 4:30pm
Credits: 6 credits, Domain C
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

Recommended for mid to late candidature HDR students, this workshop will provide an introduction into the context, rationale, strategy and tactics of project management. Presented by the Entrepreneurship, Commercialisation & Innovation Centre (ECIC), this workshop will provide you with basic knowledge in core areas of scope, time and cost, allowing you to confidently deal with the ever growing complexities and challenges of project management. Register here.

Data Manipulation and Visualisation in Python

When: 4-5 May 2021, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Credits: Up to 6 credits, Domain A (self-recorded)
Delivery mode: Zoom meeting

Do you have good knowledge of basic concepts and techniques in Python? This CaRST course by Intersect teaches data manipulation and visualisation in Python in a live coding environment. Open to all researchers. Register here.

Commercialisation 101

When: 4 May 2021, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Credits: 1 credit, Domain D
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

What is commercialisation and how does it relate to research? In this session, Adelaide Enterprise will discuss how research can be translated into a commercialisation outcome, and how value is created in the process. All researchers should have an understanding of the commercialisation process, so join us for this important session. Register here.

Thriving in your life as an HDR

When: 5 May 2021, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Credits: 2 credits, Domain B
Delivery mode: In-person

As the first workshop in the Mental Health and Wellbeing Series, this session will assist you to apply positive psychology science and techniques to feel more engaged, positive and resilient in your day to day life as an HDR student. Jane Turner Goldsmith will introduce you to research findings of Positive Psychology, and explore ways to apply this ‘science of wellbeing’ in your life. Register here.

Start Coding without Hesitation

When: 5 May 2021, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Credits: 1 credits, Domain A (self-recorded)
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

Programming is becoming more and more popular, with many researchers using programming to perform data cleaning, data manipulation, data analytics, as well as creating publication quality plots. This webinar delivered by Intersect, will explore four of the most popular programming languages that are widely used in academia, namely Python, R, MATLAB, and Julia. Open to all researchers. Register here.

Working with your Supervisor - Faculty of Professions

When: 7 May 2021, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Credits: 2 credits, Domain D
Delivery mode: In-person

The relationship you have with your supervisor is crucial in determining your PhD experience. They are your primary source of guidance as you undertake an individual research project and even the best student/supervisor relationships can experience periods of strain through the ups and downs of research. In this workshop you will learn what you can do to establish a positive working relationship with your supervisor and ultimately get the most out of your HDR experience. Register here.

Please note: This session is for Faculty of Professions students only. Sessions for other faculties are coming soon.

How to Plan your PhD

When: 12 May 2021, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Credits: 2.5 credits, Domain C
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

A PhD is a major undertaking, yet many people spend more time planning a weekend away than they do planning the next three years of their life. If you want to finish on time and enjoy the process along the way then it is important to have a good plan. Presented by Hugh Kearns, this session will teach you how to develop your own PhD Planning Toolkit and guide you in how to use it to plan your PhD. Register here.

Statistical Comparisons using R

When: 13 May 2021, 8:30pm - 4:30pm
Credits: 8 credits, Domain A (self-recorded)
Delivery mode: Zoom meeting

This hands-on training, presented by Intersect, will introduce key concepts of inferential statistics in R. Learn how to choose and use the appropriate statistical test for data such as correlation, contingency tables, ANOVA, chi-square and t-test. Open to all researchers. 13 May 2021, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Register interest.

Flexing your Communication Style

When: 13 May 2021, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Credits: 1 credits, Domain D
Delivery mode: In-person

In this workshop you will identify your own preferred communication style and workplace preferences, reflect on how your preferences and communication style influence your workplace relationships, and learn how to “flex” your communication style to allow you to forge positive relationships with colleagues. Register here.

Writing the Introductory and Literature Review Sections for your Research Proposal

When: 14 May 2021, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Credits: 2.5 credits, Domain A
Delivery mode: Zoom meeting

This session focuses on the successful communication and language aspects of the Introduction and Literature Review sections of the Research Proposal. In particular, it will focus on language for how to introduce and discuss your research and how to clearly express your "voice". This includes how to indicate critical evaluation of source material and how to conclude different points within the proposal text. Register here.

Data Manipulation and Visualisation in R

Date: 17-18 May 2021, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Credits: Up to 6 credits, Domain A (self-recorded)
Delivery mode: Zoom meeting

R is quickly gaining popularity as a programming language for statisticians, data scientists and researchers. This CaRST course by Intersect teaches you how to manipulate, explore and get insights from your data (Data Manipulation using the dplyr package), as well as how to convert your data from one format to another (Data Transformation using the tidyr package). You will also explore different types of graphs and learn how to customise them using one of the most popular plotting packages in R, ggplot2 (Data Visualisation). Open to all researchers. Register here.

Communication Skills for Effective Relationships

When: 19 May 2021, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Credits: 2 credits, Domain D
Delivery mode: In-person

As the second workshop in the Mental Health and Wellbeing Series, in this session Jane Turner Goldsmith discuss and demonstrate the basics of conflict resolution. These skills together provide a solid foundation for harmonious and productive relationships in your life as an HDR and beyond. Register here.

Handling Difficult Conversations Well

When: 19 May 2021, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Credits: 2 credits, Domain D
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

It sometimes seems that life is full of difficult conversations! They’re the ones that we put off, avoid or stumble our way through. But it is possible to handle them with greater certainty and confidence – and still get a good result with less emotional turmoil. Presented by Gary Edwards, this session we will look at how these conversations arise, how they differ from “normal” conversations and how you can use collaborative communication skills to build relationships, reduce conflict, increase learning and improve outcomes. Register here.

Other Training & Development

JBI Comprehensive Systematic Review Training Program

The JBI Comprehensive Systematic Review Training Program (CSRTP) enables participants to learn how to conduct robust systematic reviews of different evidence types in order to provide the strongest possible evidence to inform decision making or clinical guidelines in healthcare. A one, three or five-day program, depending on your research needs or areas of interest. 10-15 May 2021; 9:00am - 5:00pm. Further information.

JBI gLocal Solution Room 2021

The JBI gLocal Solution Room is a FREE event designed to provide pragmatic solutions to challenges in getting evidence into practice in local settings. This event will feature an esteemed panel of experts that will provide 'real-world' insights during their presentations which are focused on evidence implementation. As a 'think tank' the experts will then respond directly to participant questions around challenges in getting research into practice during an interactive panel discussion. The aim is to provide practical solutions for getting evidence into practice in unique clinical settings. Further Information

Online Training

Statistical Methods for Research

Statistical Methods for Research is a foundation programme in statistics, providing HDR students with the practical, transferable skills needed to conduct statistical analysis at postgraduate level and beyond. This self-paced course is completed via MyUni, and is available to HDR students in five discipline streams. Eligible for 12 credits in Domain A. Further information.

Undertaking a Literature Review

The Research Methods in Literature Review online courses support doctoral and postdoctoral researchers undertaking independent research. The course aims to assist you in developing a sound understanding of the literature review process. Examples are taken from many different disciplines and will be relevant to all researchers, regardless of academic field. This self-paced course is completed via MyUni, and is available to HDR students. Eligible for 3 credits in Domain A. Further information.

Principles of Research Methods

Principles of Research Methods aims to give doctoral researchers a sound understanding of core theoretical principles that underpin research methods across all disciplines, exploring available methodologies, and supporting interdisciplinary approaches and mixed method approaches. Examples are taken from many different disciplines and will be relevant to all researchers, regardless of academic field. This self-paced course is completed via MyUni, and is available to HDR students. Eligible for 3 credits in Domain A. Further information.

Research Methods in Practice

This course aims to develop an awareness of the practical and conceptual skills that support effective independent scholarly research in the arts and humanities, social sciences, and sciences. The end goal is to help researchers to understand the issues involved in making an informed choice about the methodology and approach most suitable for their own specific project. This self-paced course is completed via MyUni, and is available to HDR students in three broad discipline streams. Eligible for 3 credits in Domain A. Further information.

Endnote Essentials

As your research becomes more complex, the number of resources you need to manage and track increases. EndNote Essentials is an online course to help you learn the skills you need to get up and running with EndNote. Completing the self-paced online course will give you an understanding of the functions of Endnote and how it can be a tool to support you in your studies. Enrol in Endnote Essentials through MyUni.

Industry Opportunities

APR Internship Update - April 2021

The Australian Postgraduate Research Intern (APR.Intern) grant period ended in March 2021, and as a result APR.Intern applications are now closed.

APR.Intern are currently undergoing a review and refresh of the program, with plans to transition to a new version of the program in the new financial year.

For more information, and to subscribe to internship alerts, please visit their website: https://aprintern.org.au/

News

Pitch it Clever now open for submissions

Pitch it Clever is an annual competition run by Universities Australia challenging early career researchers to communicate their research and why it matters to non-specialist audiences via video. If you are an Australian university PhD candidate or early career researcher up to five years from conferral, you’re eligible to apply. Your challenge is to create a one to two-minute video that clearly unpacks your research and how it can be applied. Visit the Pitch It Clever website to learn more about how to submit your work. Submissions close 30 April 2021.

About CaRST

Located within the Adelaide Graduate Centre, CaRST is a specialised training and development program for HDR students at the University of Adelaide. For further information on CaRST visit the CaRST website.