Events

Women's Faculty/Trainee Monthly Luncheon Seminars

The Women's Task Force sponsors a women faculty/trainee lunch seminar each month to informally discuss issues pertaining to females in scientists.

Topics covered

• Avoiding gender bias in letter writing
• Importance of women supporting other women
• Gender bias in grant solicitations and recommendations for changes for internal submissions
• Sexual harassment and resources at Pitt
• Imposter syndrome
• Negotiating, work/life balance
• Conflicts with trainee and mentor relationships
• LGBTQIA+
• 1-3-5 time management approach
• Confidence and active voice in grant writing
• Preparing for maternity and a career in science: how to be a superhero