Mentoring and Management Skills for Scientists and Engineers

Presenters:

Wei Chen, Ph.D., Wilson-Cook Professor in Engineering Design, Northwestern University
 

Suzanne Conzen, MD, Professor of Hematology/Oncology, Medicine, University of Chicago

Jeri Logemann, Ph.D., Ralph and Jean Sundin Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders, Northwestern University

Jill Pelling, Ph.D., Joseph C. Calandra Professor of Pathology and Toxicology, Northwestern University 

This session introduces strategies for directing research and people in the laboratory. The use of project planning and effective time management in the day-to-day operation of an early scientist’s lab will be described.  Participants will learn how to achieve an operational, productive, and loyal workgroup.  Strategies for optimizing the professional development of individuals in and out of your laboratory will also be discussed.