GECDI Workshop: Setting Up Shop! How To Start a Research Laboratory
GECDI's Spring Workshops will start with an informative talk and discussion on "How to start a research laboratory."
After spending some years learning the ropes of your specialty, one of the next possible steps is to move to a position as an academic researcher. UMass Professor Klaus Nüsslein will share experiences and advice about negotiating a new investigator position and setting up a laboratory. Other issues that will be addressed include hiring and managing staff, writing the first grant application, and seeking advice from colleagues and mentors. Some questions that will be addressed at this workshop include:
What should be included in a start-up package?
How do you decide what equipment you need for your research (what is a necessity and what is a bonus)?
How to create a comprehensive list?
How much space do you need?
How much space can you negotiate?
How do you negotiate your initial teaching load to allow you time to write grants to start your research?
How do you select lab personnel?
Are people friendly in terms of sharing equipment (on campus and at surrounding universities)?
Registration is free but required at www.umass.edu/gecdi
Dinner is from 5:30-6:00 pm, followed by a talk at 6:00 pm.