WUSM-Wide Career Development Seminars

The Office of Promotions & Career Development (OPCD), the Academy of Educators and others across the school are committed to creating and supporting an environment in which faculty members flourish and achieve their career goals and full professionalism.

Highlighting these opportunities open to all will now be a standard feature in this monthly newsletter. 

Click on any of the links below for information & registration details. We encourage you to participate

See website for spring schedule and other details.

*Hybrid Event - Feb 19th  virtual link available below:

https://wustl-hipaa.zoom.us/j/93391947119?pwd=RGsybU10Z0o4Vlg5OUdVd0cyOE5JZz09

Pathology & Immunology OFD Programs

All 2nd Wednesday of the month seminars can be accessed with the same Zoom link provided below.
Can't attend? Contact Janet Braun for the recordings.

Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 972 8040 1417
Passcode: 691473

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January OFD Monthly Seminar

Interfolio: An Introduction to the Faculty Activity Reporting System
Presented by Mark Watson, MD, PhD

January 10, 2024  12:05 - 12:50 pm via Zoom

Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 972 8040 1417
Passcode: 691473

What is the SPARK Initiative?

Support your innovation ideas and provide constructive feedback.
Advance innovative work from concept to implementation.
Foster Research by encouraging researchers, across our department to work together.
Kickstart groundbreaking projects with seed funding and resources.
Mentorship: Foster a mentorship environment where seasoned and junior faculty can share insights.

Why Apply and Present?

Showcase Your Work: This is a unique platform for you to present your research ideas or ongoing projects or new innovative ideas to your peers and senior faculty.

Seed Funding: Selected projects could receive up to $5,000 initial funding to support your research journey.

Mentorship: Engage with seasoned professionals in your field who can provide invaluable guidance.

Networking: This is a prime opportunity for interdisciplinary interaction and potential collaboration during our followed happy hour.

How to Register and Apply

SPARK talks will take place every other month starting November of 2023.

Register to give a short 30-minute talk by submitting an abstract via our online portal.

Invite your colleagues and mentors to attend for real-time feedback.

Apply to participate in the SPARK Initiative funding right after your presentation through the same online portal.

As part of SPARK, you're not only advancing your own work—you're contributing to our collaborative efforts and advancing the research within our department. We look forward to your participation and are excited to hear and support your innovative research.

A number of sources are available to aid Washington University researchers in their pursuit for funding. Following are four sources to identify funding opportunities and setup regular email alerts.

SPIN Funding Opportunity Search Engine
Federal Websites and Opt-In Listserves
Washington University Internal Funding Database and Listserves
School Specific Funding Newsletters

Faculty and Trainee Trivia Event!

Date & Time: Sunday, February 4th from 1-4 pm
Location: Hacienda Mexican Restaurant
Food and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.
Cash Bar Available

9478 Manchester, St. Louis, 63119

Register HERE as an individual or group

Discounts to WashU Signature Events

Sheldon Concert Hall and the Fabulous Fox Theatre are offering discounted tickets to WashU employees for select performances in the 2023-2024 season. Click the links above to view the schedule and purchase your discounted tickets.

Thrive tip: Find more WashU Signature Events by visiting the Culture & Community hub.