9 September 2021

CaRST eNewsletter

News

2021 Three Minute Thesis (3MT) University Finals

Explaining years of research in three minutes, using only one PowerPoint slide. That’s the challenge ten of our PhD students will tackle in the national Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition. Tuesday 14 September, 5.30 pm. The Braggs, North Terrace campus, or online via Zoom. More information

Training & Development Events

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

Presenting your Research with Confidence

When: 10 September 2021, 10:00am - 12:30pm
Credits: 2.5 credits, Domain D
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

If you’re a researcher then at some stage you are going to have to present your findings.  It’s tempting to get up and just read your paper, but to really speak to your audience you need to be able to communicate skilfully and with conviction. We’ve all been to dull presentations so it’s worth your while spending a little time to learn how to do it properly.  This workshop will provide a clear step-by-step structure that you can use again and again to give high quality presentations. Register here.

Working with your Supervisor (Professions)

When: 17 September 2021, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Credits: 2 credits, Domain D
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

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.

Social Media Networks for Researchers

When: 22 September 2021, 10:30am - 11:30am
Credits: 1 credit, 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 webinar 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.

Negotiating for Positive Outcomes

When: 24 September 2021, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Credits: 2 credits, 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.

Learn to Program R

When: 28-29 September 2021, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Credits: 6 credits, Domain A (self-recorded)
Delivery mode: Zoom meeting, limited places

R is quickly gaining popularity as a programming language of choice for statisticians, data scientists and researchers. Getting started can be challenging, particularly if you've never programmed before. That's where this introductory course organised by Intersect and CaRST comes in. Register now.

CaRST Information Session

When: 29 September 2021, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Credits: 1 credit, Domain C
Delivery mode: Zoom wenimar

Career and Research Skills Training (CaRST) is a compulsory component of the PhD and Masters of Philosophy degrees. This Information Session provides an opportunity to learn about the program requirements, procedures and how to ensure you make the most of the program. Register now.

Other Training & Events

English Language Series for HDRs

Presented by the English Language Centre, this series of workshops focuses on the preparation of the research proposal and the appropriate language of academic writing. These workshops are best suited for international students and students with English as a second language; however, all students are welcome to attend.

·         Planning your Research Proposal: 21 September 2021, 2:00pm - 5:00pm. Register here.

·         Writing the Introduction and Literature Review Sections of your Research Proposal: 28 September 2021, 2:30pm - 5:00pm. Register here.

·         Writing the Theory, Methodology and Summary Sections of your Research Proposal: 5 October 2021, 2:30pm - 5:00pm. Register here.

* These workshops are designed to be completed together, so please consider attending all three trainings in the series. All courses will be held online via Zoom.

Australian Society for Microbiology (ASM) presents Careers Night for Students and ECRs

The Australian Society for Microbiology (ASM) is presenting a free online Careers Night for students and early career researchers on the 21th of September at 6pm. There will be four international speakers (Miriam Latuske, Dr Stephanie Lamont, Dr Jane Owens and Dr Laila Abudulai) from different industry branches, giving an insight into their career and current position in publishing, governmental work, and scientific industry followed by an open panel discussion in which you can directly address the speakers. Tuesday 21 September 2021, 6:00pm. Register here.

Leximancer: An Introduction

Leximancer is software which allows a quantitative analysis of text files according to word association. The analysis process gives a picture of the associations between key concepts in text files.  The workshop covers the assumptions made within a Leximancer analysis, and how the software deals with different issues within a set of text documents. Part of the workshop is a hands-on exercise where participants analyse a simple text data set. Limited places are available and priority will be given to Business School staff and students. 1st October 2021; 9:00am-12:00pm. Further information and to register.

Time-saving researcher training on peer reviewing and paper writing

The Salis Institute is offering two research training opportunities for researchers from all fields. The first is a free Zoom to help researchers reap the benefits of peer review. The second is a hands-on practical Zoom series to help researchers in any field to write a research paper in 3 weeks.

·      Reap the benefits of peer review (Zoom, Tue 26 Oct 2021) – free of charge.

·      Write your paper in 3 weeks (6-Zoom series, Tue 2 Nov to Fri 19 Nov 2021) - A$99.00.

For any questions contact Prof. Amanda Salis directly

CaRST Tip

Are you self-recording an activity and wondering what evidence you need? It's important that the University can verify the activities and number of hours you complete, therefore, the following evidence should be provided for each activity you claim:

·         Documentation that includes the duration or participation requirements

·         A program or link to the activity

·         A completion certificate (or similar)

Inadequate evidence may result in the activity being declined. More information about what evidence is required for experiential activities is available on the CaRST 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.