Establishing a Fulfilling Teaching and Research Career at a Primarily Undergrad Institution

Event Date

Apr 11, 2023

Time

12-1:00PM

Location

Nat Sci 1114

Bio

R01 and research focused academia roles are not the only opportunities available for those who enjoy teaching. This Life Beyond PhD in-person session will feature Dr. Joseph Provost ‘s career journey into a primarily undergrad institution (PUI) and how PhDs and Postdocs, may be able to transition into similar roles. Dr. Joseph Provost joined the faculty at the University of San Diego in 2013 and has taught a wide range of chemistry and biochemistry courses. Join this seminar to explore ways to conduct fundable and publishable research at a primarily undergraduate institution.

Food will be provided to attendees.

Key takeaways:

What does a PUI look like? How is it different from research universities? How do you transition into a similar role? What are key skillsets needed to be successful?