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The submission site for the AAAS Student Poster Competition for undergraduate and graduate students is now live on our Web site and can be found here: http://www.aaas.org/meetings/2012/program/posters/#student Please help us spread the word.  The submission deadline is 11:59 p.m. PT, 24 October 2011.

Following is a bit more information about all of the wonderful ways the AAAS Annual Meeting involves young and senior scientists alike, including a General Poster session for doctoral candidates, postdocs and professionals. To learn more about our meeting visit: www.aaas.org/meetings <http://www.aaas.org/meetings>

Student Poster Competition
This poster competition is open to college undergraduate and graduate students only. Students will showcase their research in the Exhibit Hall and present to senior scientists who serve as poster judges. Winners receive a cash prize, a one-year complimentary AAAS membership which includes a subscription to the journal Science, recognition in Science, and a framed certificate. Although participants are required to register for the meeting, the student registration fee is deeply discounted: $60 for members; $70 for nonmembers. Student session aides attend for free.

Student Session Aides
Undergraduate and graduate students can volunteer to ensure the meeting runs smoothly. Those who volunteer for 8 hours receive free meeting and poster session registration; those who volunteer for 16 hours also receive a one-year subscription to Science Online. Whenever possible, aides are assigned to support sessions of particular interest to them. All have the opportunity to assist, listen to, and meet a range of interesting people, including leading scientists, Nobelists, popular authors, government leaders, and media personalities. Student Session Aide registration is now open.
http://www.aaas.org/meetings/2012/ts/aides.shtml

General Poster Session
This session offer an opportunity to present research to the broad community of scientist attending the AAAS Meeting. Open to doctoral candidates, post docs and professionals.
Go here to register for the general poster session: http://www.aaas.org/meetings/2012/program/posters/#general <http://www.aaas.org/meetings/2012/program/posters/#general>

Judges for the Student Poster Competition
We will be seeking scientists, professors, engineers, and other professionals to serve as judges for this competition. Poster judges receive a deeply discounted meeting registration rate ($110) and have the opportunity to meet colleagues from across the nation and around the world. Moreover, they can help mentor the next generation of scientists and engineers. If you would like to sign up to be a poster judge, please download and complete the judge expertise form http://www.aaas.org/meetings/2012/program/posters/#student_judges

Contact:
Jill C. Perla
AAAS Meetings
Office of Public Programs
1200 New York Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20005
202-326-6736
E-mail: jperla@aaas.org

Postdoctoral Position –

University of British Columbia

A 2-year Post-Doctoral Fellowship is available September 1, 2011 for an enthusiastic, inquisitive individual who is interested in studies of biochemical signalling mechanisms and cell biology of hemopoietic cancers. You’ll join a research group in the Department of Surgery’s Division of General Surgery in translating basic research insights into innovative therapy to benefit patients.

Candidates must hold a Ph.D., or an M.D. degree with substantial laboratory experience, and should have a strong commitment to pursuing a career as an academic researcher.

Submit a detailed curriculum vitae, letter of interest, and names of 3 references to:  HR Manager; UBC Dept. of Surgery; #3100 JPPN-VGH; Vancouver BC, V5Z 4E3; or via email to: surg.jobs@ubc.ca

We’ll accept applications until the position is filled. We thank all applicants and will contact those who are selected for an interview.  The start date is negotiable.

Learn more about us at: www.surgery.ubc.ca .

UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. We encourage all qualified persons to apply. UBC is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. Citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.

Let’s Talk Science and UBC’s Trek Program are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic graduate student to coordinate one of our science outreach programs. Please see below for more information. If you are interested in this exciting position, please forward your resume with cover letter to apply@ubclts.com. Deadline for application is *July 18, 2011*.

POSITION: Coordinator, SMaRT Program
The Scientific Methods and Research Training (SMaRT) Program engages Grade 5-7 students in East Vancouver Schools in exciting hands-on science activities. Groups (or “pods”) of UBC volunteers visit classrooms over a period of 4 weeks and deliver fun, science-based activities to enhance student learning and appreciation of the sciences. As program coordinator, you will coordinate teachers and student volunteer’s successful participation in the program. This program is run in partnership by UBC’s Trek Program and Let’s Talk Science (LTS).

Honorarium: $4000
Hours: Approx. 250 hrs from Aug 2011 to May 2012 (Dec- March approximately 10-15 hrs/week, Apr-Nov 4 hrs/week)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist with the planning and implementation of the SMaRT Program at designated partner school including:
– Create volunteer pods and coordinate classroom visits
– Plan and co-facilitate orientation and training sessions for UBC students
– Assemble and distribute science supplies to schools
– Assist with evaluation and program wrap up

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
– Must be a UBC graduate student in good academic standing who will be continuing studies in the 2011/12 academic year.
– Must have a background in science
– Professional oral and written communication skills
– Excellent organizational and time-management skills.  Ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines
– Enthusiastic and able to motivate and inspire others
– Able to work as a team member using strong interpersonal skills.
– Previous involvement in UBC’s Trek Program and/or Let’s Talk Science would be an asset
– Previous experience in a leadership position an asset

If you are interested in this exciting position, please forward your resume with cover letter to apply@ubclts.com.

Deadline for application is *July 18, 2011*.

Tuesday, May 17, 2011
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Free Admission

Graduate Student Centre, UBC Popint Grey
Facilitator: Roger Patterson

Would you like to be an entrepreneur? Do you have what it takes? Discover the important traits required to be a successful entrepreneur, how to assess risk, what makes a good business plan–and how to pitch it! Join UBC Graduate Pathways to Success program, MITACS Step and Entrepreneur Roger Patterson for an informative and interactive full-day workshop.

Topics to be covered:
•    Elements of successful businesses, elements of unsuccessful businesses
•    What it takes to be an Entrepreneur, self-assessment
•    Types of businesses
•    Different Sources of financing
•    Business planning
•    Elements of a successful pitch

The facilitator, Roger Patterson, loves creating successful companies. He has over 15 years’ experience in the software and telecom industries – 10 years of which were spent founding his own companies. After starting off his career working for large corporate behemoths such as Nortel and Newbridge Networks, Roger found himself drawn to smaller, more innovative start-up companies, in search of that elusive feeling of being able to make a difference.  Since 2001, Roger has founded 3 companies. He has been involved in the painful process of raising capital, as well as the more pleasurable process of having his company acquired. And in between, he has invented new algorithms, managed small and large teams, created new products, and fostered customer relationships on 3 continents – including a lot of flying around.  Through all this, Roger has come to love and be humbled by the truly creative process of entrepreneurism, and looks forward to helping others turn their ideas into businesses

Note:  Applicants from all BC post-secondary institutions will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Those who are accepted will be asked to fill in a survey ahead of the session to assist the facilitator.
Refreshments:  Light breakfast and beverages will be provided. Please bring your own mug.

Registration: Seats limited.  No charge for admission, but advance online registration is required at:
https://www.surveyfeedback.ca/surveys/wsb.dll/s/1gf94

Confirmation of registration status will be sent by e-mail within 2 working days.
Questions: gradgps@interchange.ubc.ca

UBC Faculty of Graduate Studies appreciates the support of the MITACS STEP program
(www.mitacs.ca)
and the UBC Graduate Student Society.