17 September 2020

CaRST eNewsletter

CaRST 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.

Social Media Networks for Researchers

Date: 22 September 2020
Time: 10:30am - 11:30am
CaRST credit: 1 hour, Domain D
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

Social media is the most effective tool available to the researcher to tell the stories of their research.  But all too often researchers shy away from social media because they see it as a distraction from their research work. This fear is compounded when social media gurus suggest that hours per week need to be devoted to each platform to make them effective.  This seminar will explain a different approach to social media specifically tailored to the needs of researchers and recognising the restrictions on their time and resources.  Register here.  Booking close 30 minutes prior to the session.

Designing your Research Project (Lectures)

This is a two-part module consisting of 2 x 1.5 hour lectures. Attendance at both sessions is required.

Date: 24 September 2020 & 8 October 2020
Time: 10:00am - 11:30pm
CaRST credit: 3 hours, Domain C

Part of the International Career and Research Skills Training (iCaRST) program, this module is focused on elements of research design and ethics.  This module is open to domestic HDR students who have not completed their CCSP and/or undertaken the IBPR or iCaRST. International students should not register via this link, you will be automatically enrolled by the program administrator.  Register here.

ORECI6 - Integrity and Authorship Training for Research Students

Date: 24 September 2020
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
CaRST credit: 2 hour, Domain C
Delivery mode:  Interactive Zoom meeting

If you’re doing research, you may have heard (or even been directly involved with) discussions about authorship or research integrity. Did you know that ethical research practice, including the appropriate acknowledgement of the role of others, is not only a feature of good research culture but also required by national funding bodies and the University?  This session will introduce your responsibilities as a researcher, including how to address authorship/integrity issues, and how to seek help if things go awry. Session full.  Register on the wait list. 

Negotiating for Positive Outcomes

Date: 25 September 2020
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
CaRST credit: 2 hours, Domain D
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

The ability to negotiate is consistently rated as one of the most critical skills for being successful – but not many people ever learn how to do it well.  In reality, negotiation is a process that incorporates a number of specific skills which can be improved with practice.  In this workshop we will look at a flexible model of negotiation that can be applied to a range of different situations, from the short and quick “corridor” negotiation to more formal business negotiations.  Register here.  Booking close 30 minutes prior to the session.

The PhD Experience

This is a single, half-day workshop. Two date options available.

Date & Time:  30 September 2020 (9:30am-1:00pm) or 15 October 2020 (1:00pm-4:30pm)
Credits: 3.5 credits, Domain B
Delivery mode:  Interactive Zoom meeting

This program draws on an activity and team-based problem-solving approach to represent stages of the PhD journey. This program appeals to a group of people who learn best from doing as opposed to listening. It is a chance to get involved in and learn from focussed activities and learn some of the skills of working in a team.  Further information about the program can be found here. Space strictly limited. Submit the online Expression of Interest form by 18 September 2020.

Other Events

Hacky Hour for researchers: research data management and storage

Hacky hour is an informal meetup for researchers to bring their questions and discuss technology-related issues with experts. A collaboration across DRI, ITDS and the University Library, the next session will discuss  Programming with R | September 22 @ 3 pm.  Register.  Please note this is not eligible for CaRST.

Create Your Researcher Profile

This session for academics, HDR students, and titleholders will support you to find, edit, and update your Researcher Profile.  Monday 21 September 2020, 3:00pm via Zoom. Register here.

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 

Research Data Management

Preparing, organising, analysing, storing and sharing research data are the key steps to effective data management. The Library offers a self-paced MyUni course on everything you need to know to get started with Managing Your Research Data. Eligible for CaRST points on completion and a quiz, this flexible online course covers tools and strategies to begin your research data organisation. Enrol through MyUni .

From PC to Cloud or High Performance Computing

Both Cloud and High Performance Computing (HPC) target scalability of computing- but what is the difference? This webinar from Intersect will give a good overview to researchers thinking to make a move from their local computer to Cloud or High Performance Computing Cluster. 12pm – 1pm, 6 October 2020 via Zoom webinar. Register. Eligible for 1 CaRST credit; students must self-record using the certificate of completion emailed to participants following the webinar.

New digital research courses from QCIF

Through a partnership between Intersect and QCIF, additional digital research courses will now be available to University of Adelaide researchers and research students.  The first two courses scheduled are: Statistical Comparisons using R on held Fri, 16 October 2020, 8:30am – 4:30pm and Exploring and Predicting Using Linear Regression on Thu, 22 October 2020, 8:30am – 4:30pm. You will need to register your interest for both by joining the waitlist using your University email. Tickets will be allocated to a few researchers from every member University two weeks prior to the course.

News

Your research could win you $10k at the Biogen eChallenge!

The Biogen eChallenge is an entrepreneurship competition where teams are challenged to find innovative solutions to improving the quality of life for people with a neurological disorder. HDR students are eligible for 30 CaRST hours and winning team receives $10,000 cash! Information and mentoring session: Tuesday 22 September 2020, 1.00pm to 2.00pm at ThincLab, Level 1. Enquiries and RSVP: eChallenge@adelaide.edu.au. Info: www.adelaide.edu.au/echallenge

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 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 has partnered with APR.Intern to expand the range of placement opportunities available to our PhD students. 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.