14 June 2019

CaRST eNewsletter

Director's Message

I'm excited to announce a new upcoming workshop focusing on career readiness for HDR students: Making your PhD Work. Developed in collaboration between Careers Service and the Adelaide Graduate Centre, this workshop will address some of the unique challenges faced by HDR students, and will help students prepare for tackling the job market. Read below for more information and to register.

Dr Monica Kerr
Director, CaRST

Events

Working with your Supervisor - Faculty of the Professions

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. 17 June 2019, 2pm - 4pm, North Terrace. Register here.

This session is for Faculty of the Professions students only. Other faculty specific sessions will be delivered throughout the year. View upcoming session dates for your faculty.

This activity counts for 2 credits in Domain D.

Creating Impact through Research Industry Partnerships

This program through CSIRO ON empowers researchers to confidently engage with industry. Through the half-day interactive workshop, participants will learn how to: identify and engage with organisations interested in collaborating and supporting your research; increase the chance of having real impact by focusing on solving problems external organisations care about; and develop their own funding independence, research autonomy and sustainable career pathway. 18 June 2019, 9am - 12pm, West End Precinct. Register here.

This activity counts for 3 credits in Domain D. Completion of the online module counts for an additional 3 credits in Domain D.
Students must self-record this activity.

Turbocharge your Writing

Would you like to know the secret to high output, low stress scholarly writing? Then join us for this workshop presented by Hugh Kearns from ThinkWell to learn how to increase your writing output. Following the workshop you will understand why it’s hard to get started, know how to set a writing plan and stick to it, and how to greatly increase the number of actual words you produce. 18 June 2019, 9:30am - 12pm, North Terrace OR online via live stream. Register here. (Limited in-person places available - nearly full)

This activity counts for 2.5 credits in Domain D.

The Imposter Syndrome

Why do successful people often feel like frauds? This session, presented by Hugh Kearns of ThinkWell, will explain why high performing people often doubt their abilities and find it hard to enjoy their successes. It will also show the links to perfectionism and self-handicapping strategies such as procrastination, avoidance and overcommitment. 18 June 2019, 2pm - 3pm, North Terrace OR online via live stream. Register here.

This activity counts for 1 credit in Domain B.

Ethics and Integrity Course for HDR/RHD Students

The University of Adelaide Office of Research Ethics, Compliance, and Integrity is hosting this year’s Ethics and Integrity Course for HDR/RHD Students. The workshop will include: an introduction to research integrity and the responsible conduct of research; an overview of the ethical issues that may arise in research involving humans; tools to analyse and address these issues. Current HDR students who are undertaking research projects which require human research ethics approval are strongly encouraged to attend this workshop. 19 June 2019, 8:30am - 5pm, North Terrace. Register here.

This activity counts for 8 credits in Domain C. Students must self-record this activity.

Research Grants and Fellowships – Grant Writing Basics

Presented by Research Services, this lecture will provide an overview on writing research grants and fellowships. The lecture will cover topics including the grant lifecycle, staying informed about funding opportunities, grantsmanship, building a track record, and planning and writing winning proposals. 21 June 2019, 10:30am - 12:30pm, North Terrace OR online via live stream. Register here.

This activity counts for 2 credits in Domain C.

Introduction to University Teaching

This introductory workshop is designed for those who are new to teaching, or those teachers who are new to the University of Adelaide.The lecture will cover topics including the grant lifecycle, staying informed about funding opportunities, grantsmanship, building a track record, and planning and writing winning proposals. 25 June 2019, 1pm - 4:30pm, North Terrace. Register here.

This activity counts for 3.5 credits in Domain D. Students must self-record this activity.

Making your PhD Work

Don’t know where to start looking for jobs in industry? Do you feel you need some assistance in selling your skills to employers? This interactive workshop aims to increase awareness of suitable jobs and employers and will equip you with a better understanding of how to promote your unique value to future employers. 27 June 2019, 1:30pm - 4:30pm, North Terrace. Register here.

This activity counts for 3 credits in Domain B.

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News

Three Minute Thesis Competition

There's still time to register for the 2019 Three Minute Thesis Competition. The Three Minute Thesis (3MT) is a great way to develop your communication skills and profile your research. It's a competition that challenges Higher Degree by Research students to explain their research project to a non-specialist audience in just three minutes.

For more information and to register, visit the University of Adelaide 3MT webpage.

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.

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.

Industry programs and placements offer PhD students exceptional opportunities to apply and further develop professional skills in their specific field. By engaging with industry, students can turn theory into practice while building, fostering, and enhancing professional contacts and networks. Completing an industry placement will also help develop expertise, and provide a head start for future employment opportunities.

Completion of the IEP (including the compulsory CaRST activities, which provide credit) will be recognised on academic transcripts.

Additional information, including the application process, is available on the IEP website.

APR Internship Opportunities

APR Internships provide an invaluable opportunity for research students to utilise their technical skills and knowledge to help industry address challenges they face. APR.Intern has announced the following internship opportunities:

Bureau of Meteorology is offering a 6 month internship in Adelaide, SA or Melbourne, VIC or Canberra, ACT
Project Title: Reducing Life Lost from Heatwaves
Applications Close 19 June 2019
Fustec 3D is offering a 4 month internship in Adelaide, SA
Project Title: Anatomical Segmentation
Applications Close 19 June 2019
G&T Technology Pty Ltd is offering a 3 month internship in Adelaide, SA
Project Title: Review of the Wine Industry’s ‘International Standard Screwcap’ – Production, Materials, Variations
Applications Close 19 June 2019
Inovor Technologies is offering a 5 month internship in Adelaide, SA
Project Title: Satellite Support: Mission Optimised Optical System Design
Applications Close 19 June 2019
Premium Fresh Tasmania is offering a 6 month internship in Forth, Davenport, TAS (opportunity to complete internship remotely with some visits)
Project Title: Conduct Market Research on Existing Fresh Allium Products and Recommend Products to Facilitate the Growth of the Category for Coles Supermarkets
Applications Close 19 June 2019
Premium Fresh Tasmania is offering a 3-6 month internship in Forth, Davenport, TAS (opportunity to complete internship remotely with some visits)
Project Title: Carrot Marketing and Product Development Research Project
Applications Close 19 June 2019
Regain is offering a 5 month internship opportunity (intern can work remotely at an Australian University)
Project Title: Sustainability Research for the Aluminium Smelting Industry
Applications Close 12 June 2019
Silentium Defence is offering a 3 month internship in Parafield, SA.
Project Title: High Performance Computing System Design
Applications Close 12 June 2019
ConsenSys is offering a 3 month internship, with the possibility of an extension (location flexible)
Project Title: Protocol-Level Blockchain Challenges
Applications Close 12 June 2019
Myriota is offering a 6 month internship in Adelaide, SA
Project title: Satellite Mission Developer
Applications Close: 26 June 2019

If you are currently undertaking your PhD, meet the eligibility requirements, and want to learn more, please contact David Beecham, Business Development for South Australia at: 0490 124 374 or d.beecham@aprintern.org.au.

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.