Careers Beyond Academia

Create an Employer-Ready LinkedIn Profile
2024-11-19 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | 341 Caldwell Hall, 121 Reservoir Avenue, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
We’ll start with a short overview presentation with pro tips on how to use LinkedIn, some exercises to identify a good tagline, and a very interactive session where participants work on their own profiles and critique others’ –so you will need to bring your own computer. Handy tips will be shared among participants at the hands-on session.
Due to the interactive nature of this in-person workshop, we will limit the number of participants to 15. So if something comes up after you register, be sure to let us know so we can invite someone else to take your place.
Register via this Google form for the date that works for you with your Cornell netID.

SBIR/STTR Workshop: Application Process & Funding Options for Startups
2024-11-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Ready to secure non-dilutive funding to take your startup to the next level?
Join Kirk Macolini, President of InteliSpark, LLC, for this virtual workshop providing insights into the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) application process and how to find other non-dilutive funding sources. During the workshop, Macolini will discuss and answer questions regarding:

Writing and submitting a successful SBIR/STTR proposal
Identifying strategies for making your SBIR/STTR proposal more competitive
Applying to the SBIR/STTR Assistance Program, which can help eligible companies, based in New York state, hire a qualified grant writing consultant to help them develop a proposal

Upon registering, participants will receive access to the SBIR/STTR video series, a set of short videos containing valuable background information, which they are encouraged to view prior to the workshop. The pre-workshop video series covers:

An overview of the SBIR/STTR programs
Program eligibility requirements
Differences between SBIR and STTR agencies
Using SBIR/STTR to enhance your company’s value

The event is free and open to the public. Register to reserve your spot.

Cornerstone Research seeks PhD Associates
2024-11-19 17:00 - 18:00 | Uris Hall 498
Cornerstone Research, a leading economic and financial consulting firm, would like to invite you to join an on-campus presentation to discuss career opportunities for full-time and internship positions for PhD candidates. Qiqi Zou (Senior Manager, National U Singapore PhD), Nikolai Boboshko (Associate, Cornell PhD), and Hassan Ilyas (Associate, Cornell PhD) will be sharing their experiences at Cornerstone Research.
This is a good opportunity for PhD candidates at all stages in their graduate program to learn about a career in the private sector that provides a unique link between the academic, business, and legal worlds, while working on complex and challenging projects in a collegial team environment.
Associates play a central role in developing case strategy, conducting research, directing analysis, understanding data and key findings, and proposing effective approaches to the problems faced by their teams. Applicants are mainly candidates who have pursued doctoral studies in finance, economics, accounting, or marketing, and who will be graduating in the upcoming year, and PhD and MBAs graduates with academic or relevant industry experience. Summer Associates are matched to interesting cases, and are PhD candidates graduating in 2-4 years; many go on to become associates at Cornerstone following graduation. The outcomes of Cornerstone Research cases can have a direct and immediate impact on public policy and business strategies.
We look forward to meeting you! Appetizers and refreshments will be served. Please feel free to contact us via email at kleffler@cornerstone.com if you would like more information about the event.
When: Tuesday, November 19; 5:00PM-6:00PM for a 45 min talk plus 15 min of Q&A
Where: Uris 498
Speakers:
Qiqi Zou, Senior Manager, Cornerstone Research
Nikolai Boboshko PhD’22 (Economics), Associate, Cornerstone Research
Hassan Ilyas PhD’23 (Management), Associate, Cornerstone Research
About Cornerstone Research
Cornerstone Research provides economic and financial consulting and expert testimony in all phases of complex disputes and regulatory investigations. The firm works with an extensive network of prominenet academics and industry practitioners to identify the best-qualified expert for each assignment. Cornerstone research has earned a reputation for consistently high quality and effectiveness by delivering rigorous, state-of-the-art analysis since 1989.
Representative Clients

Financial institutions and brokerage firms
Pharmaceutical companies, insurers, and healthcare providers
Telecommunications, media and entertainment firms
Energy markets participants
Consulting and other professional services firms
Technology firms and data-driven businesses

Real-World Analyses

Valuation of stocks, debt instruments, and derivatives
Dynamics of generic drug competition and reimbursement issues
Big data analysis of real-time and historical healthcare claims
Competition issues related to mergers, joint ventures, and cartels, and the behavior of market-leading firms
Damages in intellectual property disputes and the commercial value of innovation and technology
Financial market manipulation and collusive trading allegations
impact of cost and financial accounting practices

Apply now to Cornerstone Research
Learn more about Cornerstone Research and apply online for Associate (PhD candidates graduated or graduating in the coming year) or Summer Associate (PhD candidates graduating in 2-4 years) positions.
PhD Associate and PhD Summer Associate Positions
Associates at Cornerstone Research enjoy long-term career opportunities, supported by substantial investments in their professional development and rewarded through a competitive compensation structure. Cornerstone seeks exceptional candidates who are team-oriented leaders and passionate about solving important business problems.
Responsibilities and Leadership

devise and apply innovative analytical approaches meeting the highest academic standards
work at the core of project teams and in practice development
guide teams supported by outstanding research analysts, often working with proprietary data
collaborate with leading academics in finance and economics, and experienced industry practitioners

Learning and Development

stay attuned to the latest academic research and analytical frameworks in finance and economics
hone problem-solving abilities while further developing communication and leadership skills
find support and development opportunities for becoming a testifying expert

Collaborative Culture

be a part of a team that invests in people, including building community and networking opportunities, mentorship, and social and charitable events
experience a firm culture that, for over 30 years, prioritizes being supportive, inclusive, and team-oriented
share in opportunities to celebrate diversity, as we encourage our employees to learn from one another

The event is hosted by the Graduate Field of Economics and boosted by Careers Beyond Academia.

NYAS: Inclusive Leadership in STEM
2024-11-20 13:00 - 14:30 | Webinar
The New York Academy of Sciences (NYAS) Inclusion in STEM Series delves into topics essential for actively cultivating a culture of inclusion in STEM.
Session 4: Inclusive Leadership in STEM
Leaders in STEM have the opportunity and duty to foster environments where diverse voices are heard, valued, and included in decision-making processes, innovation, and research. They recognize the value of different perspectives and experiences in driving innovation and problem-solving.
The lack of diversity in STEM is amplified for positions of power. Groups that are the most underrepresented and marginalized in STEM (Black, Latino/a/X, Indigenous and people of color) are the least represented in leadership positions. In this session, we will learn about why leadership in STEM can be less diverse and how we can work together to ameliorate this issue. We will also explore strategies for being an inclusive leader that can be implemented at multiple stages of a person’s career.
Learn more and register
Sign up for free a Membership to the New York Academy of Sciences
To support your professional and career development, Cornell University will sponsor a complimentary 1-year Membership to the New York Academy of Sciences for any interested undergraduate and graduate student, postdoc, faculty and staff member. For over 200 years, the Academy has helped scientists, engineers, and innovators pursue successful careers. To request a sponsored membership, sign up at NYAS.ORG/CORNELL

Webinar to learn BioRender's Poster Builder tool
2024-11-21 12:00 - 12:30 | Online
Join this Special Topic webinar aimed at helping researchers and scientists utilize BioRender’s Poster Builder tool to design and create better research posters.
In this 30-minute webinar, learn actionable tips and techniques for designing research posters within BioRender’s Poster Builder tool and see a live demonstration.

When: Thursday, November 21, 2024 12:00 -12:30 PM EST

Click HERE to reserve your spot!

Not able to make it? Register anyway and you will receive a recording of the webinar.

Hope to see you there.

Best,
Nickie

Nickie Pulsone (she/her)
Customer Success Manager
BioRender
e: nickie.pulsone@biorender.com

BioRender.com

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NYAS Chat with Experts: Medical Affairs and Medical Information at Noven Pharmaceuticals
2024-11-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar
Are you interested in building a career in STEM? Join The New York Academy of Sciences (NYAS) for an exciting monthly online event series designed to explore the vast opportunities within STEM fields. This series offers unique access to experts across industries.
Engage in live Q&A sessions to ask questions that will help shape your own career path. Whether actively pursuing a STEM career or simply exploring possibilities, this event series provides the tools and knowledge you need to succeed.
This is the second session in the Chat with Experts series, and it will feature Mahwish Khan, PharmD, RPh, Associate Director of Medical Affairs and Medical Information at Noven Pharmaceuticals. Learn more and register
Cornell University offers free NYAS memberships to undergraduates, graduate students, postdocs, staff and faculty. Learn more about how to become a member.
Activate your account by completing the Cornell specific membership form.

Day of Dialogue: Communication and Self-Support in a Polarized World
2024-11-22 16:00 - 20:00 | 120 Physical Sciences Building, 245 East Ave, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
The unifying goal of this event is to equip students with the skillset to navigate our increasingly polarized world. On behalf of the GPSA and organizing partners, please join a panel of Cornell-based professionals to discuss politics, policy, and communication during times of polarization. Your feedback on depolarizing campus is solicited during the GPSA open forum, and welcome your participation in the workshops on discussing the personal impacts of polarization, and addressing misinformation.
Come to any or all of the events open to the Cornell community. Food provided! The event is composed of sub-events run by the collaborating organizations, and you are welcome to attend all or a selection of them.
Register now
4:00 p.m From Conflict to Conversation – Civility in an Era of Polarization

Introductions and messages from organizers
Message from Cornell Political Union (CPU)

4:20 p.m Empathy and Active Listening during Polarized Dynamics
• Mental Health Workshop presented by EARS × CPU
5:20 p.m Navigating a Polarized World: Insights Across Politics, Policy, Communication, and Misinformation

Panel featuring Prof. Richard Bensel (Government), Prof. Dan Lamb (Public Policy), Dr. Kara Rode Webber (Vaccination Conversations with Scientists), Prof. Jeff Niederdeppe (Communication)
Panel co-hosted by CPU

6:10 p.m. dinner (Chipotle)
6:30 p.m Confronting a Polarized Campus
• Listening Session with the GPSA
7:00 p.m Using Compassionate Conversations to Stop Misinformation: Strategies and Lessons Learned from Vaccination Conversations with Scientists
•Workshop presented by Kara Rode Webber, PhD
•Drop-In Session parallel to Workshop: EARS Drop-In Peer Listening
7:45 p.m. light reception
Registration: https://cglink.me/2ee/r2277455 Location is to be confirmed at a central location on campus.
Hosts
The event is co-hosted by the mental health group EARS (Empathy, Assistance and Referral Service), the graduate advocacy group VaCS (Vaccination Conversations with Scientists), the Cornell Political Union, and the student government group GPSA (Graduate and Professional Student Assembly).
