Provides guidance on information and skills needed to become a
successful professional scientist. The course will introduce
new Integrated Life Sciences (ILS) graduate students to
research opportunities, facilities, and resources at UGA; grant
writing strategies and opportunities; and laboratory safety.
The course includes an introduction to professional ethics and
responsibilities.
Athena Title
Rigor Rep and Transparency
Prerequisite
Permission of department
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall
Grading System
S/U (Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
Student learning Outcomes
This 7-week discussion-based class provides guidance on all the activities needed to become a successful professional scientist. The course focuses on developing conscious and active strategies for transitioning into graduate education and a research-based academic environment.
Topical Outline
Introduction to Graduate Education and University Culture
Facilities and Safety
Official Policies on Ethics
The Successful Researcher–Tools and Skills for Scientific
Research
Online Resources and Information Technology for the Research
Scientist
Funding Opportunities/Grant Writing
Non-traditional Opportunities for Ph.D.s
This course will be taught by one instructor, usually the ILS Graduate Coordinator, during the first seven weeks of the fall semester. Instructional materials will include, but not be limited to, the primary scientific literature, other published articles or written material, online resources, and videos.
This topical outline is the general plan for the course; the exact order and specific content of each lecture will be announced to the class in advance by the instructor.
