14 May 2020

CaRST eNewsletter

Director’s Message

We are working closely with Intersect to identify what training will benefit our research community and planning future sessions accordingly. Courses will be free and open to all researchers, including HDR students, ECRs, and research staff.

In response to the coronavirus pandemic, Intersect training is being transitioned to online delivery via Zoom, however, places will be limited. We will be monitoring demand throughout and looking to add additional sessions where needed.

First up is an introductory course on R, suitable for those from any discipline who are just getting started with R and have never programmed before.

I hope you enjoy these new offerings!

Dr Monica Kerr
Director, CaRST

3 Minute Thesis  (3MT®) 

Virtual Competition Update

Have you heard? 3MT is going virtual!  In 2020, the 3MT® competition will move online via video submission, so you can share your research from the comfort of your own home! For more information about the online competition format, key dates, and to register, visit our University 3MT website.

You can also download the updated Virtual 3MT Student Handbook here. 

Interested students are encouraged to attend our final 3MT Information Session via Zoom webinar: 2 June 2020, 3:00pm. Register here.

AGC Events

Before registering for CaRST events, please review our no-show policy.

Media Training for Scientists

Date: 18 May 2020
Time: 2:00pm
Credit: 2 credits, Domain D
Delivery mode: Online webinar via Zoom

Dealing with the media can be a challenge. In this workshop, the Australian Science Media Centre will explore how scientists can get the most out of working with the mainstream media. It will focus on making tricky science accessible, avoiding jargon, and how to communicate your message to a broad lay audience. Register here. Bookings close 30 minutes prior to the session.

Communication Skills for Effective Relationships

Date: 20 May 2020
Time: 10:00am
Credit: 2 credits, Domain D
Delivery mode: Online webinar via Zoom

Miscommunication causes a great deal of stress and this in turn can affect mental health and wellbeing. In the second session of the Mental Health & Wellbeing Series, Jane Turner Goldsmith will assist you to develop the foundation for harmonious and productive relationships in your life as an HDR and beyond. Register here. Bookings close 30 minutes prior to the session.

NOTE: This session was previously called 'Communication and Win-Win Skills as an HDR'.

Designing your Research Project (Lectures)

This is a 2-part series. Attendance at both sessions is required.

Dates: 21 May 2020 and 4 June 2020
Time: 9:00am – 10:35am
Credit: 3 credits, Domain C

This 2-part series of lectures is focused on elements of research design and ethics. Part of the International Career and Research Skills Training (iCaRST) program, this module is open to domestic HDR students who are in the first 6 months of their candidature and have not yet completed the CCSP. International students should not register via this link as you will be booked into required modules by the iCaRST Administrator. Register here. 

Working with your Supervisor – Faculty of Health & Medical Sciences

Date: 22 May 2020
Time: 10:00am
Credit: 2 credits, Domain D
Delivery mode: Online webinar via Zoom

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. Bookings close 30 minutes prior to the session.

NOTE: This session is for Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences students only. Sessions for other faculties coming soon.   

Time for Research

Date: 26 May 2020
Time: 1:30pm
Credit: 2.5 credits, Domain B
Delivery mode: Online webinar via Zoom

As a busy academic do you feel like you never have enough time to get to your research, particularly the writing part? This workshop shows you how to guarantee you spend high quality time on your research outputs. Join Hugh Kearns as he covers prioritising, goal setting and managing competing demands in a university context. Register here. Bookings close 30 minutes prior to the session.

R for Reproducible Scientific Research

This is a 2-part workshop. Attendance at both sessions is required.

Dates: 1 June 2020 and 2 June 2020
Time: 1:30pm – 4:30pm
Credit: 6 hours, Domain A
Delivery mode: Online class via Zoom

R is quickly gaining popularity as a programming language of choice for statisticians, data scientists and researchers. But getting started with R can be challenging, particularly if you've never programmed before. This introductory course from Intersect is a live coding workshop where you will learn to write programs that produce results. Open to HDR students, ECRs, and research staff. Register via Eventbrite.

NOTE: Places are strictly limited; if you have attended AGC17: Introduction to R for Statistics previously or received prior training in R, please do not register for this one to enable another researcher the chance to enrol.

Other News

LabArchives Electronic Research Notebook

This session will help researchers and HDR students who want to learn how to collaborate, update, and manage research data using the LabArchive Electronic Research Notebook system. Thursday 14 May, 3:30pm and Wednesday 3 June 11:00am via Zoom. Register.

Create Your Researcher Profile

This session for academics, HDR students, and titleholders will support you to find, edit, and update your Researcher Profile. Wednesday 3 June, 10:00 am via Zoom. Register.

Visualise your Thesis

Registrations are now OPEN for the 2020 Visualise Your Thesis competition! Open to Higher Degree by Research (HDR) students, this is the perfect opportunity to flex your creativity and get your research out there. Winning prize is $1000! Register.

COVID-19 FAQs for HDR Students

The Graduate Centre has created a Frequently Asked Questions page (FAQs) regarding COVD-19 which will be updated regularly as the situation develops.  Please visit the Adelaide Graduate Centre website for COVID-19 FAQs for HDR Students.

Industry Opportunities

The Industry Engaged PhD (IEP) Program and Scholarship

IEP scholarships are now available to support eligible domestic and international students who undertake an industry placement (including remotely/online) as part of their PhD. The University of Adelaide’s Industry Engaged PhD (IEP) program involves participation in an industry placement of 1-3 months (FTE) in duration, together with the completion of a number of Career and Research Skills Training (CaRST) and other professional development activities. Completion of the IEP, including the CaRST credit courses, will be reflected as a statement on the academic transcript. For information about this program, including the application process, please visit the IEP website.

APR Internship Opportunities Available!

The University of Adelaide is working with APR.Intern to expand the range of placement opportunities available to our PhD students (including internships that can be completed remotely/online). At this time, there are lots of exciting opportunities available for SA. APR.Intern facilitates short term 3-5 month placements for students to apply their research expertise to projects while gaining invaluable industry experience. For current APR.Intern opportunities and program information, please visit their website.

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.