Dates and information regarding workshops for research at the University of Newcastle

Workshops

Upcoming Workshops

University of Newcastle Workshops

Please apply for all workshops via HR online (unless otherwise specified).

Workshop Title PresenterWorkshop Dates Location How to Register
Academic Creativity in a Scientific Era
Early Career Researcher Lunchtime Program 2013
Professor Julianne Schultz AM FAHA. Founder of the Griffith Review Friday 11 October 2013
12.30pm - 1.30pm
ATC210 (Callaghan) Via HRonline 'Training and Development' menu under 'Research'
Return to Research  Tuesday 15 October 2013
9:00am to 1:00pm
The Treehouse, Shortland Building (Callaghan) Via HRonline 'Training and Development' menu under 'Research'
Strategies for CRC Participation and Leadership

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Tony Peacock (Chief Executive of CRC Association) and Prof Robert van Barneveld Monday October 21 2013

10:00am to 11:30am

ATC210
(Callaghan)
Please RSVP to Neroli Finlay via email or by phone on (02) 4921 5353 by COB Thursday October 17 2013.
Academic Futures
Early Career Researcher Lunchtime Program 2013
Professor Caroline McMillen - Vice Chancellor and President of the University of Newcastle Tuesday 22 October 2013
12.00pm - 1.30pm
ATC210 (Callaghan) Via HRonline 'Training and Development' menu under 'Research'
Introduction to e-forms Research Information Management Systems David Richards - Research Services Tuesday 22 October 2013
11:00am to 12:00pm
CT109
(Callaghan)
Via HRonline 'Training and Development' menu under 'Research'
Academic Opinion Writing Workshop Dr Richard Denniss - Executive Director of The Australia Institute Wednesday 6 November 2013

9:00am to 1:00pm

The Treehouse, Shortland Building (Callaghan) Via HRonline 'Training and Development' menu under 'Research'
Introduction to e-forms Research Information Management Systems David Richards - Research Services Tuesday 3 December 2013
11:00am to 12:00pm
CT109
(Callaghan)
Via HRonline 'Training and Development' menu under 'Research'

Please note: Tuesday, 5 November speaker will be chosen by popular demand. A preferred speaker and/or topic for early November can be indicated through our online survey. Survey closes September 30 2013. 

A shuttle bus from HMRI has been organised for staff to attend the ECR Lunchtime Program. Bookings are essential for the shuttle bus. Please contact Emily Levi on 4042 0162 to organise a seat.


External Events and Workshops

Workshop Title Workshop Dates Location Cost per attendee How to Register
Media Training for Scientists; Sydney
Science in Public*
Monday 11 November 2013
9.30am - 5.00pm
The Big Dig Archaeology Education Centre
110 Cumberland St
The Rocks (Sydney) NSW
$740 + GST Visit the Science in Public Website

* Media Training for Scientists is also scheduled for Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth throughout August to October. Science in Public can also hold events in other locations. Expressions of Interest for possible future courses are welcomed. Visit the Science in Public website for further information. 


Past Workshops and Events

Download notes and presentations from past workshops below.

Workshop Title Workshop Date Presentations/Handouts
Successful Fellowship Applications
Early Career Researcher Lunchtime Program 2013
Presented by a multidisciplinary panel of ARC and NHMRC Fellows
Tuesday 24 September 2013Echo Centre Recording
Research Office Fellowship Opportunities Handout (PDF 93 KB)
Building Academic Reputation
Early Career Researcher Lunchtime Program 2013
Presented by Laureate Professor John Aitken
Tuesday 10 September 2013 Echo Centre Recording
Research, Teaching & Life balance: Tips for surviving and thriving
Early Career Researcher (ECR) Lunch Time Program 2013

Presented by Prof Phil Morgan
Tuesday 27 August 2013 Echo Centre Recording
Getting and Managing Grant Funding Early Career Researcher (ECR) Lunch Time Program 2013

Presented by A/Prof. Steven Weller and Elianne Renaud (Research Services)
Tuesday 13 August 2013 Echo Centre Recording
Advice to young academics
Early Career Researcher (ECR) Lunch Time Program 2013

Presented by Laureate Prof. Graham Goodwin
Tuesday, 30 July 2013 Echo Centre Recording
Research Higher Degree Students Three Minute Thesis 2013 Training Session Dates

2013 Faculty Heat Dates

Visit the Three Minute Thesis Page for more details.
Effective Financial Management of Research Accounts Was held on 24 September 2012
European Union FP7 Seminar Was held on 31 August 2012