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Resource Directory

The OACD Resource Directory contains a list of websites, organizations, and resources on a variety of topics related to your career development and success. You can refine the results by using any combination of the search options below including keyword, category, and audience.

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Proposal Resources
Career Specific Development, Research, Research Funding
Faculty, Postdocs, Residents & Clinical Fellows

This page includes everything you need to develop and refine a strong proposal, including information about how to receive a letter of support from OSVCR, proposal training opportunities, and more. Navigate the funding landscape with confidence. 

Provost's Advisory Committee on Women's Concerns
Family-friendly, University of Pittsburgh
Faculty, Postdocs, Residents & Clinical Fellows, Grad & Med Students, Administrators

The Provost's Advisory Committee on Women’s Concerns (PACWC) seeks to ensure a productive educational and work environment for faculty, staff, and students, particularly in areas related to women’s concerns. PACWC has developed a comprehensive listing of external resources that can help you find services, resources, and support for varying needs you may experience in your role as a caregiver of children or elderly loved ones.

Public Speaking Basics
Professional Development, Research, University of Pittsburgh
Faculty, Postdocs, Residents & Clinical Fellows, Grad & Med Students, Administrators

This page developed by University of Pittsburgh’s Department of Communication has everything you need to deliver your next presentation with confidence. Browse the site for tips on planning a presentation, speech writing, practicing your presentation, and coping with public speaking anxiety.

Responsible Conduct of Research Training Center
Research, University of Pittsburgh
Faculty, Postdocs, Grad & Med Students

The CTSI Responsible Conduct of Research (RCR) Center serves as a resource for researchers at the University of Pittsburgh. CTSI's objective is to provide education to researchers to learn to effectively recognize and avoid research misconduct and understand the resources that are available to support research.

Salary Negotiation Guide
Career Transition
Faculty, Postdocs, Residents & Clinical Fellows, Grad & Med Students, Administrators

From Moneygeek.com, A salary negotiation guide to help you learn how to negotiate for the salary you want and deserve.

Science Magazine’s Funding Resources
Research, Research Funding
Faculty, Postdocs, Grad & Med Students

Now that GrantsNet has retired, the Science Magazine staff has compiled a list of other places you can search for information on funding programs. Science Magazine offers links to search for funding opportunities, valuable insights into the process for finding and securing funding, and a series of articles on how to write a successful grant application.

The POSTDOCket
Career Exploration, Career Specific Development, Employment Postings, Professional Development
Postdocs

Subscribe to the official newsletter from the National Postdoctoral Association, The POSTDOCKET. This resource also provides available job opportunities for Postdocs.

The Writing Center
Professional Development, Research, University of Pittsburgh
Faculty, Postdocs, Residents & Clinical Fellows, Grad & Med Students, Administrators

The Writing Center, located in 317B O’Hara Student Center, offers in-person and virtual writing coaching appointments to Pitt students, postdocs, faculty, and staff. You can get advice on dissertations, article manuscripts, the narrative portions of grant applications, and professional writing such as cover letters, resumes, and CVs. Writing consultants can work with you at any stage of the process—from beginning a writing project to the final read through before submission, and all points in between.

Visit their webpage above to learn more and schedule an appointment.

Training Grant Directory
Research, Research Funding, University of Pittsburgh
Faculty, Postdocs, Grad & Med Students

The University of Pittsburgh is a world class research institution with a strong commitment to training the next generation of leaders in scientific innovation and discovery. Over 60 NIH training grants currently support the training and career development of predoctoral students and postdoctoral and clinical fellows across the University.

University of Pittsburgh Doctoral and Postdoctoral Network on LinkedIn
Career Transition, Networking, University of Pittsburgh
Postdocs, Grad & Med Students

Join our community of past and current University of Pittsburgh trainees to network and share information regarding postdoc positions, career development programs, employment opportunities, news, announcements, and more!