Resources for Graduate Students and Postdocs

These resources are designed to support and develop the research skills of graduate students and postdocs, who are considered trainees by federal funding agencies such as NSF (National Science Foundation) and NIH (National Institutes of Health).

Seminars
Register for one—or many! Registration for all fall events is now open.

Leading a University Lab and a Company: Issues in Data Management and Conflict of Interest
Dr. John Cavanagh, William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professor, Molecular and Structural Biochemistry

Postponed until Spring 2010

Lab supervisors encounter issues of data management all the time: the lab generates too much data for the PI (principal investigator) to personally review it all, but he or she is ultimately responsible for accurate reporting. What are the duties of the PI and what are the duties of the lab personnel when it comes to data management? When a PI owns aprivate company, additional issues arise. How can the supervisor handle thereal or perceived conflicts of interest that may develop? A leading NC State scientist will share his perspective on these dilemmas.

Responsible Conduct of Research Short Course
Starting in January 2010, an online course developed by The Graduate School will provide graduate students and postdocs with instruction in the core principles of RCR common to all disciplines, such as data management, responsible authorship and peer review, and proper research conduct. This course will provide training in RCR in compliance with mandates from federal funding agencies such as NSF and NIH.

Preparing Future Leaders partners with the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs to provide a range of professional development opportunities for postdoctoral fellows.