The ICDD Early Career Researcher (ECR) Networking Group has been established to foster an inclusive ECR community within ICDD. Through a diverse range of networking and support mechanisms, the group aims to provide the necessary tools and support for ECRs to become established in their chosen fields, create strategic alliances, and raise their professional profile. Further, the group provides unique opportunities and a supportive space for ICDD ECRs around the globe to meet up, both virtually and in person at events, to discuss their work and share their experiences.
ECR objectives include:
- Strengthening ECRs skills and professional networks to support career development in the field of
X-ray diffraction. - Ensuring the activities and opportunities offered by ICDD are informed by the needs and interest of ECRs.
- Nurturing and facilitating engagement between and across ECRs, as well as the wider ICDD community, nationally and internationally.
- Supporting ECRs in their career ambitions in the field of X-ray diffraction through skills development, networking opportunities, workshops, and events.
- Contributing to the equality opportunity for ECRs through encouraging diversity and inclusivity.
ECR Event at the Denver X-ray Conference in Westminster, CO, USA
ECR Career Development Workshop
Monday, 5 August 2024 | Westminster Westin – Room: Cotton Creek | Time: 12:00-1:20pm
Take this opportunity to network with other Early Career Researchers, ask for advice or any x-ray-related questions, and find career opportunities.
Three presentations from your peers:
Sarah Gosling
Writing Your First Grant:
Top tips for success
Jessica Lyza
Pivoting Paths:
Navigating Work, Graduate Studies, and Purpose
Emily Arnold
Jumping the Pond:
A Move from Forensics to a Synchrotron
If you would like to participate, please email Elizabeth Dempsey (dempsey@icdd.com).
Deadline to register: 26 July 2024.
Lunch will be included! All Early Career Researchers Welcome!
SUPPORTED BY EXPERTS IN THE FIELD OF X-RAY ANALYSIS, WITH GUEST LECTURERS SUCH AS:
- Tom Blanton, ICDD
- Robert Green, Alabama State University
- Andrew Payzant, Oak Ridge National Laboratory
- Keith Rogers, Cranfield University, UK
- Carlo Segre, Illinois Institute of Technology
- Tom Watkins, Oak Ridge National Laboratory
- Nichole Wonderling, Penn State University
Join the ECR Network on LinkedIn and Instagram for information on upcoming events.
Currently, nearly 100 ECRs and ECR Advisors from all over the globe have joined the networking group!
