The OACD Video Library has been developed as a resource to access recordings of past OACD programming content. Recordings are availble from a variety of programs, and are free to access.
By default, videos are listed in chronological order (newest through oldest), but you can filter results by using any combination of the search options below including keywords, program type, and year.
Ready to make your mark in biotech? This talk flips the script by starting with your end goal - a biotech scientist. Learn the strategic steps, essential skills, and insider insights needed to transform from job seeker to industry scientist. Walk away with actionable steps to launch your biotech career.
Are you interested in learning how to make the leap from postdoc to faculty? Watch this virtual panel featuring former postdocs who successfully transitioned to faculty positions here at Pitt. Hear directly from them about their paths and the strategies that helped them along the way. This is a valuable opportunity to gain insights into the faculty hiring process, get tips on building professional connections, and learn how to leverage your time as a trainee to prepare for a faculty role.
The Department of Defense is an underutilized source of funding for researchers, and Pitt has resources to help you succeed! The DOD is obligated to award $7.67B in grants annually, with up to $10B in additional funding over five years through a separate mechanism. The Center for Military Medicine Research (CMMR) at Pitt facilitates innovative collaborations and helps to develop winning grant proposals with the goal of advancing medicine for wounded service members and their families. Watch this session to learn about DOD funding opportunities, hear an overview of how to apply for DOD funding and learn tips for a successful submission. Finally, hear a Pitt faculty member’s experience applying for and receiving DOD funding and how that has benefited his career.
Are you ready to write an F32* grant application but not sure where to start? Have you started writing your F32 and would like to learn about the support available at Pitt to help you succeed? Watch this 1 hour session to learn what is in place to help you write your F32 grant application and then hear from a panel of fellow postdocs who have successfully written their own F32s on how they got started and what tips they have to share with you. Finally, hear about the support available to help you with the submission process. In short, learn how to start writing and then submit an F32, and then make a commitment to yourself to join your postdoc peers in the Write Your Way to a [F32] Fellowship program this semester to write your way to research independence!
*Based on NIH's F32 eligibility requirement: must be a US citizen or permanent resident at the time of award. **Note: for step-by-step instructions on how to write a fellowship grant, please watch the Sept. 24, 2024, Fellowship session.
Watch experienced reviewers simulate an NIH K-grant study section, breaking down how applications are evaluated, identifying common mistakes, and sharing what makes a grant truly stand out. You will also learn tips to help you secure K-grant funding, including how to strategically build mentorship teams, showcase publications, navigate research transitions, justify new training, craft proposals that captivate reviewers, and perfect your resubmission strategy while managing tight deadlines.
Dr. Katie Homar shares strategies for writing clear, professional emails to enhance networking and build strong professional relationships. She emphasizes the importance of tailoring emails for specific recipients, prioritizing key information, and using AI tools like ChatGPT to refine, but not replace, your personal voice.
View this session to learn how to write a successful fellowship (F30, F31, and F32) application! The purpose of the NIH F-type training grant is to provide support to promising graduate and post-doctoral applicants who have the potential to become productive, independent investigators in health-related research fields relevant to the missions of participating NIH institutes. This session started with an overview of the F-award and then illuminated the grant submission/review process, outlined how to prepare a successful grant, described a mock study section, and covered scoring and funding. It was presented by Nick Giannoukakis, PhD, a member of the Division of Experimental Pathology and a member of the Cellular and Molecular Pathology Graduate Training Program, who has a successful track record mentoring graduate students and postdocs who have forged independent research careers.
Struggling with writing productivity or battling perfectionism in your academic projects? In this workshop, Dr. Katie Homar shares actionable strategies for improving your writing process. Learn techniques to integrate research and writing, separate drafting from editing, and boost your output. Discover how to break down overwhelming tasks using SMART goals and develop a positive writing mindset based on research from the field of writing studies. Whether you’re working on a dissertation, manuscript, or grant application, these tips will help you manage time, set achievable goals, and make consistent progress!
Description: Discover how AI tools like ChatGPT can transform your research writing, foster creativity, and streamline grant proposal development. Dr. Annette Vee and Dr. Kirill Kiselyov share practical tips for using these tools to help you elevate your academic grant writing and achieve success.
Chantele Mitchell-Miland, PhD, MPH, (School of Medicine, Dept. of Medicine) conducted an informational interview with former Pitt graduate student, Lycia Neumann, PhD, now the Senior Director of Health Services Research at the Alzheimer's Association. Watch this session to learn about her journey and her current career!
