Attendee Registration B-SoCCS 2019

General Admission

This registration grants admission to all networking events, receptions, lunch on Saturday, and all panels and talks. Due to limited space and to guarantee the best learning experience, the Workshops (see descriptions below) are not included in normal registration.

Registration fees will be refunded for all oral or poster presenters as well as those who volunteer for 3 consecutive hours on May 31st or June 1st. To become a volunteer, please select "B-SoCCS volunteer" during the registration process. Following your participation as a volunteer between May 31 - June 1 2019, your registration costs will be refunded. Please note that there is a mandatory 45-minute volunteer orientation for all volunteers (tentatively scheduled on Saturday, May 18 or Saturday, May 25 2019).

To register for an oral or poster presentation, please register with abstract submission and submit an abstract through this link: https://bsoccs.org/abstract-submission-1.

Please select the add-on for your workshop of interest on the following page during registration.

Transform science into speaking

You've done the research, you've worked in the lab, you've achieved the technical expertise. Can you translate it into a conversation? Can you discuss it with non-scientists? Can you explain it concisely? Join this workshop to understand how to communicate effectively so you can share your scientific research with more people. The skills you learn and practice will prepare you for interviews, pitches, and networking events. Gain confidence as you learn to transform science into speaking!

Why do I need a personal website and how can I make one?

Personal academic websites are an essential tool for sharing your research and marketing yourself as an academic. Increasingly during the faculty application process hiring committees expect to see your personal website in addition to your standard documents. This workshop will focus on the ins and outs of creating content for your website, including how to frame your research interests, and offer feedback on existing websites. Faculty who have experience building websites and regularly look at them to assess potential colleges will join us. So come with an idea or nothing at all, and by the end, you should have the tools to build a great website.

Consulting Workshop

The BPDA has invited consultants from two top leading Boston life science consultancies, which seek out advanced degree candidates (i.e. PhD, MD, including current graduate students and postdoctoral research fellows. They will share their perspectives on what consulting entails, what it is like to transition from an academic setting to consulting, and what their respective firms look for in potential candidates. The sessions will consist of consultants presenting information on their firms followed by moderated Q&A and audience questions

FAQ

Do you offer reduced registration options?

Registration fees will be refunded for all oral or poster presenters as well as those who volunteer for 3 consecutive hours on May 31st or June 1st. To become a volunteer, please select "B-SoCCS volunteer" during the registration process. Following your participation as a volunteer between May 31 - June 1 2019, your registration costs will be refunded. Please note that there is a mandatory 45-minute volunteer orientation for all volunteers (tentatively scheduled on Saturday, May 18 or Saturday, May 25 2019).

To register for an oral or poster presentation, please register with abstract submission and submit an abstract through this link: https://bsoccs.org/abstract-submission-1.

Is my registration/ticket transferrable?

No.

Do you offer Friday only, Saturday only registration options?

Our registration options are for both days of the symposium. We are not offering one-day registration options.

Will flash photography be occurring during the symposium?

Yes, we will have photographers present on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday taking photos of the event. By registering for this symposium you authorize us to photograph you during this event.

Something came up, can I get my ticket refunded?

Yes, we will allow you to cancel your registration up to 7 days before the event. But if you registered as a volunteer, we will need two weeks notice to bsoccs@bostonpostdoc.org or we will be unable to refund your registration.

Registration notes:

Please note that by registering for this symposium you consent to the use of your image in photographs taken during this symposium. We will also be forwarding career development resources using the email address you provide, some of which are from our sponsors. Your email address will not be shared with third parties.

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