18 October 2023

CaRST eNewsletter

CaRST Employability Series

Starting at the end of the month, and throughout November we have the CaRST employability series. Are you looking at preparing your next steps beyond your HDR? Wondering where your research degree can take you? Need practical advice about applying for jobs? CaRST is presenting a range of career focused workshops and panels to make your HDR work!

Training & Development Events

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

The Emotionally Intelligent (EI) Researcher

When: 24 October 2023, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Credits: 1 credit, Domain B
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

Experience difficulties in your relationship with your supervisor and other people? Do you know how to use emotional intelligence to improve your communication and relationships? This webinar, presented by Shari Walsh, will outline how to use emotional intelligence during your research degree. Register here.

Understanding Skills

When: 26 October 2023, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Credits: 1 credit, Domain B
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

Are you aware of the skills you are developing throughout your research degree and how they relate to employability in both academic and non-academic environments? Do you know how to articulate your skills and how they will be a benefit to employers? This webinar, presented by Shari Walsh, focusses on building skills awareness and how to let employers know about your skill set. Register here.

Planning your Next Career Steps

When: 30 October 2023, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Credits: 2 credits, Domain B
Delivery mode: Zoom meeting

How do you plan and prepare for your next career steps after finishing your PhD? And how do you decide which career path is right for you - academia, government, industry or some other pathway? This interactive workshop will give you tools and strategies for tackling these questions based on your own interests, strengths and preferences. If you are unsure about preparing for life after the PhD, this event will help you start sharpening your focus and building the confidence to pursue a path best suited to your skills and priorities. Register here.

How to Navigate your Academic Career

When: 1 November 2023, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Credits: 1 credit, Domain B
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

Are you wondering about the different career options available to you in academia, and how to navigate these pathways? This lecture offers an introduction to university-based careers and insights into the structures, dynamics and terminology you will encounter in the sector. It aims to provide clarity about career tracks and key issues to consider when it comes to developing your profile and track record to suit academic pathways. Register here.

When you can see the forest but not the trees: Strategies for Neurodivergence in Academia

When: 2 November 2023, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Credits: 2 credits, Domain B
Delivery mode: In person, limited places

Neurodivergent people can often see the forest but not the trees when assessing a problem. This is often referred as “strategic thinking” or a “Helicopter View”. This workshop will focus on some of the ways that Neurodivergency can affect your progress during your time as a postgraduate student; providing advice on how to use strategic thinking to overcome and plan for potential disruptions in your thesis progress. Register here.

Please note: This workshop is based on research and lived experience, but will provide general information only. If you find this content distressing, or need individual support, University support services are available.

Wordsmithing with a Pitch Expert

When: 6 November 2023, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Credits: 3 credits, Domain D
Delivery mode: In person, limited places

Wordsmithing, like blacksmithing, is the art and science of working an idea into something useful. In this session, we explore case studies of when science and technology has been communicated effectively and ineffectively. Register here

Creating an Outstanding LinkedIn Profile

When: 7 November 2023, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Credits: 1 credit, Domain B
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

This session is intended to maximise your LinkedIn profile. Your LinkedIn profile is not just an online resume, it’s a way to access a global network of professionals with more than 300 million members. It is the way that professionals connect, engage, access knowledge and career building resources. Register here.

Please note: As this session will focus on developing your profile, please create an account for LinkedIn prior to attending the workshop (www.linkedIn.com).

Framework for Financial Stress

When: 8 November 2023, 10:00am - 11:00am
Credits: 1 credit, Domain C
Delivery mode: In person, limited places

This session is designed to empower well informed financial decisions, now and in the future. Presented by a UniSuper consultant, this workshop will assist people in understanding how fundamentals can pave the way for a clear financial future, at any age. Register here

Sourcing Jobs Outside Academia

When: 9 November 2023, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Credits: 1 credit, Domain B
Delivery mode: Zoom webinar

Where do you start looking for jobs? Seek.com? LinkedIn? Simply looking at generic job search engines may mean you are missing out on opportunities that align with your skills and experience. This workshop will guide you through a range of opportunities that may be available to HDR students and your specific skill set. You will be shown specific websites and alternative job roles, which could be useful during the job-hunting process. Register here

Other Training & Events

Data Capture and Surveys with REDCap

Would you like to enable secure and reliable data collection forms and manage online surveys? Would your study benefit from web-based data entry? Research Electronic Data Capture (REDCap) might be for you. This course will introduce you to REDCap, a rapidly evolving web tool developed by researchers for researchers. Zoom meeting, 24 October, 9:30am – 12:30pm. Register for waitlist.

Getting Started with NVivo for Windows

Does your research see you working through unstructured and non-numerical data? With the ability to collect, store and analyse different data types all in the one location makes, it’s easy to see why NVivo is becoming the tool of choice for many researchers. This introductory workshop will help you get started with NVivo for Windows. 8 November, 9.30am-12.30pm. Register here

News

Mental Health Awareness Month

October is Mental Health Awareness month. There are over 50 free events throughout Mental Health Awareness Month across all campuses, as well as online resources and training. HDR students are invited to join all relevant events, and there are a couple of HDR specific events running too. Find out more about what’s happening on the Mental Health Awareness Month website.

About CaRST

Located within the Adelaide Graduate Research School, 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.