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EVENT DATE: Thursday, March 10, 2011.
Perception is everything! In today’s competitive job market, chemists should plan their career advancement with a strategic mindset. “Who you know” may not be as important as how you are perceived. Join our experts to learn the in’s and out’s of networking and building your personal brand. Obtain the skills you need to advance professionally!
EVENT DATE: Thursday, February 17, 2011.
What should foreign-born scientists, technology entrepreneurs, and investors know to legally work in the US? How can one gain a path to citizenship as a scientist? Foreign-born scientists and scholars have and continue to contribute to the technical wealth and economic growth in the US. According to 2005 ChemCensus, about twenty percent of chemical professionals are foreign-born. Learn from our speaker, Martin Lawler, of Lawler & Lawler, the various US immigration avenues available for scientific and technical professionals.
EVENT DATE: Tuesday, February 1, 2011.
Applied chemical professionals, including technicians, operators, and analysts are in high demand for bringing valuable skills to industries as diverse as industrial chemicals and paints to agricultural products and food processing. But, what should these professionals know to advance in their chose field? In this economy, knowledge is power. Join our speakers, Mary Moore and John Engelman, to learn strategies for growing in your chosen career path, making yourself more marketable, and discovering new opportunities!
EVENT DATE: Tuesday, January 11, 2011.
Are small companies hiring more scientists? Is it better to be the big fish in a small pond or a small fish in the big pond? In today’s highly competitive job market, job hunters may need to explore options with both small and large companies. However, differences abounds in looking for jobs for small companies! Join our speaker, John Borchardt, to learn how to evaluate your fit and to tailor your job hunting techniques to secure that job offer with small companies.
EVENT DATE: Thursday, December 9, 2010.
Like that old tree in your attic, do your holiday meals need a little sprucing? Tis the season for chemistry and ACS Webinars is whipping up an extra helping of holiday cheer! Join our special guest speakers Shirley Corriher, author of CookWise and BakeWise, and Peter Barham, author of The Science of Cooking, to learn chemistry tips that can transform your kitchen into a workshop of culinary delights! Its all about the chemistry in your kitchen this holiday season!
EVENT DATE: Tuesday, November 16, 2010.
Looking to advance your career? From recruitment and selection of job applicants to training and sucession planning of employees, HR professionals and hiring managers increasingly use competency models not only to select the most qualified candidates, but the candidates that are most likely to succeed within their organizations. Join our guest speaker, Randi Schoenfelder of Theodolite Human Capital, to learn how to identify and highlight the competencies in your background that will take your career to the next level!
EVENT DATE: Thursday, November 11, 2010.
Layoffs. Restructuring. Outsourcing. Right sizing. Sound familiar? Today’s chemical workforce is faced with challenging business transition periods. However, you can also use the winds of change to your career advantage. Join us to learn from John Ferguson of PRITCHETT on how to successfully navigate your career through the uncertain waters of mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring.
EVENT DATE: Thursday, October 7, 2010.
Interested in a career in that combines science and intelectual property law? Chemistry’s broad reach into many areas of science and technology well positions chemists in this growing field of non-traditional scientific careers. Join us to learn from our speaker, Dr. Robert Koch of Milbank LLP, what you need to know to build a career in the field of intellectual property!
EVENT DATE: Thursday, September 9, 2010.
Love movies? Love science? Love movies and science? Using his 15 years of scientific research experience on pompe disease, Dr. Barry Byrne from University of Florida provided his scientific expertise in the make of the movie Extraordinary Measures, released in January 2010. You can also apply your science skills to help the movie industry. Learn about career opportunities for scientists in the film industry and get the insiders view. Join us and Dr. Bryne as he shares his experience advising the movie industry.
EVENT DATE: Thursday, August 19, 2010.
Looking to increase your career opportunities? Networking has consistently been cited as one of the most important skills for building a successful career. As a scientist, your talents, abilities, and experience are important but may not amount to much if no one meets you or remembers you. The old adage, “Its who you know” can make all the difference in this competitive global economy. Join our speaker, Cheryl Martin with KPCB, as she shares tips, strategies, and best practices for propelling your career upward through the powerful practice of networking.
