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Graduating with a PhD is an unbelievable accomplishment. It is the culmination of many years of sweat, tears, hard work, and dedication. And for many who have finally received their PhD diploma, the next step is to get into a Postdoctoral Fellowship program. The transition can be difficult, so where can postdocs turn to in order for them to transition smoothly from graduate school to their next big adventure? The Postdoc Academy is designed just for that.  Dr. Sarah Chobot Hokanson is Assistant Provost, Professional Development &amp; Postdoctoral Affairs at the Boston University School of Medicine where she provides services and programming for all postdoctoral scholars at Boston University. Previously, Dr. Hokanson was US Deputy Director of Science and Innovation at the British Consulate-General in Boston.  Dr. Hokanson has received an Executive Education Certificate for the Entrepreneurship Development Program from MIT Sloan School of Management. She also completed an NIH Ruth L. Kirschstein Postdoctoral Fellowship at Cornell University in the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry from Boston University and has earned her Ph.D. degrees in Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. What You’ll Hear On This Episode of When Science Speaks [1:04] Mark introduces Dr. Sarah Chobot Hokanson [2:58] The Launch of the Postdoc Academy [3:48] The first course, ‘Succeeding as a Postdoc’, is open for registration now [4:22] Benefits that students receive from joining the Postdoc Academy [7:00] Highlights of the first course [9:59] Plans for upcoming courses Connect with Dr. Sarah Chobot Hokanson Dr. Sarah Chobot Hokanson’s first episode on When Science Speaks Sarah on LinkedIn Sarah on Twitter The transition from graduate student to postdoc Becoming a postdoc is a major challenge and a change. While it’s important to begin the process with focus and attention, but the whole experience isn’t meant to last forever. That’s why it’s important to also give as much value to career planning and on your goals and plans once the Fellowship has been completed. The question is, how do you do this in the most effective way possible? Postdoc Academy was built to address that and the many other questions that come with the decision to pursue Postdoctoral Fellowship. When transitions, new experiences, and planning for the future all happen simultaneously, it can be exhilarating. Postdoctoral candidates are often busy with many activities which is why the course designed by Postdoc Academy is flexible. The goal of the entire course is to provide transferable skills to postdocs in a wide variety of career paths through a comprehensive program. The course takes place over six weeks, with one week modules, but the weekly sections need not be completed until the six weeks have all been duly accomplished since the priority is the schedule and other study commitments of postdoc candidates. The cost of the course is also flexible with paid tracks available that will award certification and credentials.  Succeeding as a postdoc Leveling up from graduate school to a postdoctorate fellowship program is a major change. Not only will your expectations but so too will your routines. So what can you expect when you sign up with Postdoc Academy? What topics will be covered and learnings and benefits can you get from joining their course? Most importantly, how much will it cost to participate in a course? The first course is called “Succeeding as a postdoc”, and is organized into four modules. It is focused on the transition between being a graduate student and career planning. The first module is a general overview and forming a career plan. The next module focuses on how to implement a career plan. Because stress can be a challenge for many postdocs, the third module is about resilience and stress management. The fourth and final module fulfills the Academy’s commitment to diversity and is about working in intercultural environments.  Learn more about Dr. Sarah Chobot Hokanson and Postdoc Academy on this week’s episode of When Science Speaks. Connect With Mark and When Science Speaks http://WhenScienceSpeaks.com https://bayerstrategic.com/ On Twitter: https://twitter.com/BayerStrategic On Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/Bayer-Strategic-Consulting-206102993131329 On YouTube: http://bit.ly/BSConTV On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markdanielbayer/ On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bayerstrategic/ On Medium: https://medium.com/@markbayer17   Subscribe to When Science Speaks on  Apple Podcasts or  Stitcher

Graduating with a PhD is an unbelievable accomplishment. It is the culmination of many years of sweat, tears, hard work, and dedication. And for many who have finally received their PhD diploma, the next step is to get into a Postdoctoral Fellowship program. The transition can be difficult, so where can postdocs turn to in order for them to transition smoothly from graduate school to their next big adventure? The Postdoc Academy is designed just for that.  Dr. Sarah Chobot Hokanson is Assistant Provost, Professional Development &amp; Postdoctoral Affairs at the Boston University School of Medicine where she provides services and programming for all postdoctoral scholars at Boston University. Previously, Dr. Hokanson was US Deputy Director of Science and Innovation at the British Consulate-General in Boston.  Dr. Hokanson has received an Executive Education Certificate for the Entrepreneurship Development Program from MIT Sloan School of Management. She also completed an NIH Ruth L. Kirschstein Postdoctoral Fellowship at Cornell University in the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemistry from Boston University and has earned her Ph.D. degrees in Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. What You’ll Hear On This Episode of When Science Speaks [1:04] Mark introduces Dr. Sarah Chobot Hokanson [2:58] The Launch of the Postdoc Academy [3:48] The first course, ‘Succeeding as a Postdoc’, is open for registration now [4:22] Benefits that students receive from joining the Postdoc Academy [7:00] Highlights of the first course [9:59] Plans for upcoming courses Connect with Dr. Sarah Chobot Hokanson <a href="https://bayerstrategic.com/why-enthusiasm-and-storytelling-are-crucial-in-postdoc-research-with-dr-sarah-chobot-hokanson-ep-18/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Sarah Chobot Hokanson’s first episode on When Science Speaks</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-chobot-hokanson/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sarah on LinkedIn</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/sechobot?lang=en" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sarah on Twitter</a> The transition from graduate student to postdoc Becoming a postdoc is a major challenge and a change. While it’s important to begin the process with focus and attention, but the whole experience isn’t meant to last forever. That’s why it’s important to also give as much value to career planning and on your goals and plans once the Fellowship has been completed. The question is, how do you do this in the most effective way possible? Postdoc Academy was built to address that and the many other questions that come with the decision to pursue Postdoctoral Fellowship. When transitions, new experiences, and planning for the future all happen simultaneously, it can be exhilarating. Postdoctoral candidates are often busy with many activities which is why the course designed by Postdoc Academy is flexible. The goal of the entire course is to provide transferable skills to postdocs in a wide variety of career paths through a comprehensive program. The course takes place over six weeks, with one week modules, but the weekly sections need not be completed until the six weeks have all been duly accomplished since the priority is the schedule and other study commitments of postdoc candidates. The cost of the course is also flexible with paid tracks available that will award certification and credentials.  Succeeding as a postdoc Leveling up from graduate school to a postdoctorate fellowship program is a major change. Not only will your expectations but so too will your routines. So what can you expect when you sign up with Postdoc Academy? What topics will be covered and learnings and benefits can you get from joining their course? Most importantly, how much will it cost to participate in a course? The first course is called “Succeeding as a postdoc”, and is organized into four modules. It is focused on the transition between being a graduate student and career planning. The first module is a general overview and forming a career plan. The next module focuses on how to implement a career plan. Because stress can be a challenge for many postdocs, the third module is about resilience and stress management. The fourth and final module fulfills the Academy’s commitment to diversity and is about working in intercultural environments.  Learn more about Dr. Sarah Chobot Hokanson and Postdoc Academy on this week’s episode of When Science Speaks. 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The Postdoc Academy, with Dr. Sarah Chobot Hokanson - Ep #62

What would you say are the most important aspects of postdoc research? Would the learning environment or the availability of mentors rank high on your list? What about the role of passion and enthusiasm for your field of study? Dr. Sarah Chobot Hokanson joins Mark in this episode of When Science Speaks to highlight the role of enthusiasm and storytelling in postdoc research. Sarah is the Assistant Provost of Professional Development and Postdoctoral Affairs at Boston University. She is responsible for providing services and programming for all postdoc scholars at Boston University, as well as supporting the development of University policies related to postdoc scholarships. Before joining Boston University, Sarah was the US Deputy Director of Science and Innovation at the British Consulate-General, Boston. Dr. Hokanson holds a BA in Chemistry from Boston University and a Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. She completed a National Institute of Health (NIH) Ruth L. Kirschstein Postdoctoral Fellowship at Cornell University in the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology. What You’ll Hear On This Episode of When Science Speaks  [1:08] Mark introduces his guest, Dr. Sarah Chobot Hokanson. [3:50] What sparked Sarah’s interest in science? [7:30] Sarah talks about taking a position working for the British Consulate. [12:00] What is the Postdoc Academy? [15:00] How Sarah and her team create programs that appeal to postdoc researchers. [18:00] Sarah’s advice for postdoc researchers. [20:30] Why enthusiasm for your field is crucial. [22:20] How to connect with the Postdoc Academy.  Connect with Sarah Chobot Hokanson  Postdocacademy[at]gmail.com Sch1[at]bu.edu Sarah on LinkedIn Sarah on Twitter  Resources &amp; People Mentioned  National Postdoctoral Association  Don’t fake it, pursue what energizes you Have you ever found yourself stuck listening to someone who is dispassionate about their work? The experience tends to be incredibly dull and ultimately a waste of time. While It’s not fair to expect every researcher to come out with the most stunning and captivating presentation, a lack of passion and enthusiasm speaks volumes. What is the solution? Should you fake excitement for something that you don’t care about? Most people are ill-equipped to take a topic they care nothing about and make it sound interesting. Don’t try to fake enthusiasm; your audience will see it coming from a mile away. If you find yourself in a field of study that you don’t care about, make a change as soon as possible. Not only will you benefit from switching to a subject that you care about, but those on the receiving end of your research will also benefit. If you are stuck, consider reaching out to your mentor or peers and utilize the network you’ve built to make a change. Why storytelling is crucial to communicating your research Storytelling is an often neglected aspect of postdoc research. Even the phrase, “Storytelling” seems foreign in a world of facts, figures, and data. What does storytelling have to do with postdoc studies? It all comes down to effectively conveying your findings. If you can’t tell a compelling story with the data you’ve collected, you need to look at it from a different perspective. Your research will only have the desired effect if you present it in a way that connects with your target audience. Are you presenting your findings to your peers? If so, you can get away with a lot of lingo and jargon, but you still need to make a compelling case. Are you presenting to an audience outside your field of study? If that’s the case, you’ve got to find a way to connect your research to something they can understand. You don’t have to abandon your data and figures, you must make them relevant to your audience. This aspect of your research will come more naturally if you are engaged and invested in your subject matter. To hear Dr. Hokanson expand on this topic and much more, make sure to catch her full conversation with Mark on this episode of When Science Speaks. Connect With Mark and When Science Speaks  http://WhenScienceSpeaks.com https://bayerstrategic.com/ On Twitter: https://twitter.com/BayerStrategic On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Bayer-Strategic-Consulting-206102993131329 On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markdanielbayer/ On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bayerstrategic/ On Medium: https://medium.com/@markbayer17 

What would you say are the most important aspects of postdoc research? Would the learning environment or the availability of mentors rank high on your list? What about the role of passion and enthusiasm for your field of study? Dr. Sarah Chobot Hokanson joins Mark in this episode of When Science Speaks to highlight the role of enthusiasm and storytelling in postdoc research. Sarah is the Assistant Provost of Professional Development and Postdoctoral Affairs at Boston University. She is responsible for providing services and programming for all postdoc scholars at Boston University, as well as supporting the development of University policies related to postdoc scholarships. Before joining Boston University, Sarah was the US Deputy Director of Science and Innovation at the British Consulate-General, Boston. Dr. Hokanson holds a BA in Chemistry from Boston University and a Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine. She completed a National Institute of Health (NIH) Ruth L. Kirschstein Postdoctoral Fellowship at Cornell University in the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology. What You’ll Hear On This Episode of When Science Speaks <ul> <li>[1:08] Mark introduces his guest, Dr. Sarah Chobot Hokanson.</li> <li>[3:50] What sparked Sarah’s interest in science?</li> <li>[7:30] Sarah talks about taking a position working for the British Consulate.</li> <li>[12:00] What is the Postdoc Academy?</li> <li>[15:00] How Sarah and her team create programs that appeal to postdoc researchers.</li> <li>[18:00] Sarah’s advice for postdoc researchers.</li> <li>[20:30] Why enthusiasm for your field is crucial.</li> <li>[22:20] How to connect with the Postdoc Academy.</li> </ul> Connect with Sarah Chobot Hokanson <ul> <li>Postdocacademy[at]<a href="http://gmail.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">gmail.com</a></li> <li>Sch1[at]<a href="http://bu.edu" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">bu.edu</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-chobot-hokanson/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sarah on LinkedIn</a></li> <li><a href="https://twitter.com/sechobot?lang=en" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sarah on Twitter</a></li> </ul> Resources &amp; People Mentioned <ul> <li><a href="https://www.nationalpostdoc.org/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">National Postdoctoral Association</a></li> </ul> Don’t fake it, pursue what energizes you Have you ever found yourself stuck listening to someone who is dispassionate about their work? The experience tends to be incredibly dull and ultimately a waste of time. While It’s not fair to expect every researcher to come out with the most stunning and captivating presentation, a lack of passion and enthusiasm speaks volumes. What is the solution? Should you fake excitement for something that you don’t care about? Most people are ill-equipped to take a topic they care nothing about and make it sound interesting. Don’t try to fake enthusiasm; your audience will see it coming from a mile away. If you find yourself in a field of study that you don’t care about, make a change as soon as possible. Not only will you benefit from switching to a subject that you care about, but those on the receiving end of your research will also benefit. If you are stuck, consider reaching out to your mentor or peers and utilize the network you’ve built to make a change. Why storytelling is crucial to communicating your research Storytelling is an often neglected aspect of postdoc research. Even the phrase, “Storytelling” seems foreign in a world of facts, figures, and data. What does storytelling have to do with postdoc studies? It all comes down to effectively conveying your findings. If you can’t tell a compelling story with the data you’ve collected, you need to look at it from a different perspective. Your research will only have the desired effect if you present it in a way that connects with your target audience. Are you presenting your findings to your peers? If so, you can get away with a lot of lingo and jargon, but you still need to make a compelling case. Are you presenting to an audience outside your field of study? If that’s the case, you’ve got to find a way to connect your research to something they can understand. You don’t have to abandon your data and figures, you must make them relevant to your audience. This aspect of your research will come more naturally if you are engaged and invested in your subject matter. To hear Dr. Hokanson expand on this topic and much more, make sure to catch her full conversation with Mark on this episode of When Science Speaks. Connect With Mark and When Science Speaks <ul> <li><a href="http://whensciencespeaks.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://WhenScienceSpeaks.com</a></li> <li><a href="https://bayerstrategic.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://bayerstrategic.com/</a></li> <li>On Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/BayerStrategic" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/BayerStrategic</a></li> <li>On Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Bayer-Strategic-Consulting-206102993131329" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/Bayer-Strategic-Consulting-206102993131329</a></li> <li>On LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/markdanielbayer/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/markdanielbayer/</a></li> <li>On Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bayerstrategic/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/bayerstrategic/</a></li> <li>On Medium: <a href="https://medium.com/@markbayer17" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://medium.com/@markbayer17</a></li> </ul>

Why Enthusiasm and Storytelling are Crucial in Postdoc Research, with Dr. Sarah Chobot Hokanson - Ep #18