Introduction
The Graduate Student Research and Project Management (GRPM) course introduces graduate students to the management of scholarly and research projects, including administrative and ethical concerns. The course covers several disciplines; encouraging an inter-disciplinary exchange of expertise.
- 11 one hour sessions will be presented.
- Completion of 9 of the 11 sessions will earn you a Certificate of Recognition.
- Course is FREE, but registration LIMITED.
- The course is regularly oversubscribed and has a waiting list; please register only if you are able to attend most or all of the sessions.
Questions? Contact Milka Popov, Research Projects Manager: mpopov@uoguelph.ca
If you wish to withdraw from the course, please email mpopov@uoguelph.ca?subject=Withdrawal%20from%20the%20GRPM%20course with the subject line “Withdrawal from the GRPM course”.
Time and Location
All sessions will be held on Mondays from 12:00pm - 1:00pm. Location UC 442, except for sessions on Feb 4, Mar 4 and Mar 18 which will be held in Library Rm 246A.
Registration
The course registration will open on Tuesday, October 23, 2018, at 9 am.
To register, visit the EventLink registration page.
Session List
- Welcome, Introduction to Office of Research & Preparing for a Research Career in Academia
- Preparing for a Research Career in Industry
- Preparing for a Research Career in Government
- Grantsmanship
- Data Management & Integrity
- Intellectual Property and Commercialization (Rescheduled, please see session 12)
- Working with Live Subjects: Human Ethics & Animal Care
- Knowledge Mobilization - Social Media
- Publishing in Academic Journals
- Conducting International Research
- Research Integrity and Conflict of Interest
- Intellectual Property and Commercialization
Session 1 - Welcome, Introduction to Office of Research & Preparing for a Research Career in Academia
Date: January 14, 2019
This session will welcome you to the course with introductory remarks offered by the Associate Vice-President Research Services. The session will then focus on what a research career in academia is really like (e.g. duties, demands, challenges, rewards, drivers, etc.) and what you need to know to prepare for a career in research in an academic setting.
Speakers:
- Karina McInnis, Associate Vice-President (Research Services)
- Dr. Beverley Hale, Associate Vice-President, Research (Agri-Food Partnership) and Professor School of Environmental Sciences
- Dr. Shayan Sharif, Pathobiology (OVC)
Session 2 - Preparing for a Research Career in Industry
Date: January 21, 2019
What is it really like to work in the private sector? This session will explore the duties, demands, challenges, rewards, drivers associated with working in industry, and what you need to know to prepare for a career in research in an industry setting.
Speaker: Leah Lambrakis, Vice President, Research & Development and Innovation, Simmons Pet Food
Session 3 - Preparing for a Research Career in Government
Date: January 28, 2019
How are research and evidence used in government, and what are some of the skills managers in government might be looking for? This session will explore how research influences policy development and what potential career paths can lead into government.
Speakers:
- Gabrielle (Gabe) Ferguson, Leadership Programs Director, Rural Ontario Institute
- Dr. Jane Parmley, Epidemiologist, Public Health Agency of Canada and Canadian Wildlife Health Cooperative
Session 4 - Grantsmanship
Date: February 4, 2019
Grant proposals require a compelling narrative that captures reviewers’ attention and convinces them that you are knowledgeable, prepared, and fully capable of completing the proposed research in the allotted time frame. Different granting agencies and disciplines all have unique requirements and expectations; yet, most grant proposals possess common features. This session will provide general insight into the review process and offer writing tips on how to craft a successful grant proposal.
Speakers:
- Dr. Emma Allen-Vercoe, Molecular and Cellular Biology (CBS)
- Dr. Patrick Barclay, Psychology (CSAHS)
Session 5 - Data Management & Integrity
Date: February 11, 2019
Research projects often involve the use of data, either collected by the researcher or obtained through the university’s access to an exceptional array of regional, national and international data resources. Effectively utilizing, managing and protecting research data is a large part of the research process. Join us in exploring the services and resources available to you as you begin your research project. Open access initiatives and trends in research funding requirements.
Speakers:
- Carol Perry, Research & Scholarship Librarian, University of Guelph Library
- Matthew Murray, Research & Scholarship Librarian, University of Guelph Library
Session 6 - Intellectual Property and Commercialization
Date: February 25, 2019, rescheduled to April 8, 2019
Do you know what intellectual property is and what your rights are? In this session, we will learn from the University's technology transfer office about different types of intellectual property and how to protect it. We will then discuss what is involved in taking a discovery (or idea) to a business or social venture.
Speaker: David Hobson, Manager Technology Transfer, Research Innovation Office
Session 7 - Working with Live Subjects: Human Ethics & Animal Care
Date: March 4, 2019
Do you plan to work with humans or animals in the course of your research? Both types of research have very important requirements and considerations. The Human Ethics presentation will review the process of ethical clearance, why it’s important, when it is needed, how it can help you, and how long it will take. The Animal Care presentation will introduce you to how the use of animals in research is regulated, and why such regulations are important. Get an overview of the legislative framework and the University’s training and competency requirements - essential information for anyone who will use animals in the course of their research.
Speakers:
- Sandy Auld, Director of Research Ethics
- Dr. Anna Bolinder, Assistant Director, Animal Care Services
Session 8 - Knowledge Mobilization - Social Media
Date: March 11, 2019
Social media is becoming an increasingly important platform for communication, collaboration and knowledge translation. In this session, you will learn how to develop your professional online identity, use social media to advance and promote your research program, and use "altmetrics" to measure your online influence. These tools will be useful to building a research career in any discipline.
Speakers:
- Ryan Regier, MLIS, Research & Scholarship Librarian, U of G Library
- Matthew Murray, MLIS, Research & Scholarship Librarian, U of G Library
Session 9 - Publishing in Academic Journals
Date: March 18, 2019
So you want to publish in an academic journal. Do you know what your rights are as authors or what you should be negotiating when you submit work for publication? What resources are there on campus to help you? What are successful strategies for getting your work published?
Speaker: Dr. Brian Husband, Professor and Canada Research Chair, Department of Integrative Biology, (CBS)
Session 10 - Conducting International Research
Date: March 25, 2019
Are you interested in conducting field work abroad? This session will explore the challenges and opportunities of conducting research in another country. The session will also cover the various services and policies the University has in place to assist students and faculty as they conduct work outside of Canada to avoid exposure to undue risk.
Speakers:
- Allison Broadbent, Study Abroad Manager, Centre for International Programs
- Dr. Manish Raizada, Professor, Department of Plant Agriculture
Session 11 - Research Integrity and Conflict of Interest
Date: April 1, 2019
All investigators (faculty, staff, students) have certain professional obligations in the conduct of research. This session will explore what it means to follow best research practices, and what is considered research misconduct. Different case studies will be presented. Particular attention will be paid to conflicts of interest, including how to tell if you are in one and what to do about it if you are.
Speakers:
- Jill Rogers, Managing Director, Office of Research
- Randy Ragan, Manager Legal Review, Office of Research
Session 12 - Intellectual Property and Commercialization (Reschedule)
Date: April 8, 2019
Do you know what intellectual property is and what your rights are? In this session, we will learn from the University's technology transfer office about different types of intellectual property and how to protect it. We will then discuss what is involved in taking a discovery (or idea) to a business or social venture.
Speaker: David Hobson, Manager Technology Transfer, Research Innovation Office