Below is an overview with publicly available recordings of workshops on resources for early-career astronomers & their supporters. These focus on workshops on academic skills such as networking, writing, applying for jobs, mental health etc.
With big thanks to the following programs for making significant contributions to the online workshops listed below:
VanGuardSTEM: https://www.youtube.com/@VanguardSTEM
Women+ of Color project: https://thewocproject.org/resources
Black in Astro / Black Space Week: https://www.youtube.com/@Black_In_Astro
Applying for Astro jobs
Applying for faculty jobs:
- “How to apply for Faculty jobs”, 2023, Presentation by Lisa Kewley [USA based]
Link: https://youtu.be/QEYqqyONGOU
Slides: click here
Applying for PhD/graduate school:
- “How to apply for PhD jobs”, [general/USA focused], 2023, Presentation by Dave Charbonneau
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hTc8_5B6zzU&ab_channel=HarvardAstronomyVideo,
slides: Charbonneau_how_to_apply_to_a_postdoc - Applying to graduate school, [general/USA focused], by Women+ of Color project application workshop 2019, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-N-M8MR0WPY&ab_channel=TheW%2BOCProject
The purpose of this panel is to give participants a basic overview of the graduate school application process. This panel will cover the general application format, what admissions committees are looking for, and how to approach organizing your applications. - Statement of Purpose, [general/USA focused], by Women+ of Color project Application workshop 2019, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5oQxATL08SM&ab_channel=TheW%2BOCProject
- Demystifying the graduate admission process , [general/USA focused], by Women+ of Color project Application workshop 2019, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5oQxATL08SM&ab_channel=TheW%2BOCProject
- Recommendation letters [general/USA focused], by Osase Omoruyi and the Women+ of Color project Application workshop 2019 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AstUVUGKf7E&ab_channel=TheW%2BOCProject
- Fellowships & Funding [general/USA focused], by the Women+ of Color project Application workshop 2019 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UynK5ZarDR8&ab_channel=TheW%2BOCProject
- “Your personal statement sucks” [general/USA focus] – advice on applying for graduate school in astronomy, 2023, by Angela Collier, Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tz42lx6BhqY&ab_channel=AngelaCollier
Thriving in Graduate School:
- “How to Thrive in Graduate School”, VanguardSTEM, Produced by: Patrick Long; Anicca Harriot, PhD; Geraldine Ezeka, PhD; Arianna Long, PhD Edited and Mixed by: Chaitlin Bell Hosted by: Anicca Harriot, PhD; Geraldine Ezeka, PhD; Arianna Long, PhD
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EYHmFOEMTRk&ab_channel=VanguardSTEM - Grad school: What to Expect/Finding URM+ Support, by Malika Grayson [general/USA focused], by the Women+ of Color project 2021
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tG0LCtUpYxs&ab_channel=TheW%2BOCProject
Postdoc Life:
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- “Meet the Hubble fellows panel”, by Black Space Week / Black in Astro, for a discussion with Dr. Arianna Long, Dr. Sinclaire Manning, and Dr. Kiersten Boley about the Hubble Fellowship and post-doctorate life!
Link: https://youtu.be/6VAfiPGsvxQ?feature=shared
- “Meet the Hubble fellows panel”, by Black Space Week / Black in Astro, for a discussion with Dr. Arianna Long, Dr. Sinclaire Manning, and Dr. Kiersten Boley about the Hubble Fellowship and post-doctorate life!
Imposter Syndrome
- Talk on Imposter Syndrome by Sarah Rugheimer, EAS 2021: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=natKv595gUQ&ab_channel=SarahRugheimer
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“Overcoming Imposter Syndrome” | Astrophysicist Jocelyn Bell Burnell Highlights | Google Zeitgeist, 2019
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H-CH_eKOq8k&ab_channel=GoogleZeitgeist - On Imposter Syndrome and how to fight it [general/USA focused], by the Women+ of Color project and Dr. Simone Hyater-Adams 2021
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e2XtTuUbN-4&ab_channel=TheW%2BOCProject
Applying for non-academic jobs
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“Leveraging Your Astronomy-Powered Experience”, 2022, AAS series & Alaina G. Levine of Quantum Success Solutions Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OX3aUONcLP0&ab_channel=AAS
First Generation Astronomers
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“First generation graduate students”, 2021, Angela Collier. [This seminar is aimed at PIs and Professors! Inside are 5 tips to help the first generation students in your department succeed and become successful academics]
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e-GKGF-zXi4&ab_channel=AngelaCollier
Research Skills Workshops
- Research Tools [general], about overleaf, zenodo, ArXiv etc., by Logan Pearce, 2022
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cE35HpSQWA8&ab_channel=LoganPearce - Workshop on reading articles [general] , by Logan Pearce, 2022
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QtQUkuLYSSo&ab_channel=LoganPearce
Presentation Resources
- Talking about your research [general], by the Women+ of Color project and Steven B. Torrisi 2022,
Link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ufeGYUo1g_E&ab_channel=TheW%2BOCProject
Career Resources
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- All things Aerospace with Sonya Smith [general], by Black in Astro, moderated by Sideena Grace from the Black in Space week 2024,
Link: https://youtu.be/9VtclBIqF6Y?feature=shared - Launching a Career in Space Panel, Black in Space week 2021, by Black in Astro,
Link: https://youtu.be/2fiyzy5AYrM?feature=shared - Discussion on what it means to be a human studying space. [general], by Black in Astro, Space Humanities panel from the Black in Space week 2024,
Link: https://youtu.be/Zem17_9fps8?feature=shared - Pursuing Careers in Instrumentation, Black in Space week 2023, by Black in Astro,
Link: https://www.youtube.com/live/Ljp-997TjEQ?feature=shared
- All things Aerospace with Sonya Smith [general], by Black in Astro, moderated by Sideena Grace from the Black in Space week 2024,
Poster presentation Resources
- How to create a better research poster in less time (15 min presentation) by Mike Morrison
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1RwJbhkCA58&ab_channel=MikeMorrison%2CPhD [part 1]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SYk29tnxASs&ab_channel=MikeMorrison%2CPhD [Part 2]
Mentoring Resources
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“Decolonize your mentoring Relationships with Dr Arianna Long”, 2024, [Dr. Arianna Long/VanguardSTEM talks about the praxis she’s developed to help folks from any background be effective mentors to marginalized students.]
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RyNAFFqDbpM&ab_channel=VanguardSTEM
How to become an astronomer/astrophysicist
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“How to become an Astrophysicist | My path from school to research (2004-2020)” [UK focused], 2020, Dr Becky
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IVQ3yH-Zusg&ab_channel=Dr.Becky -
“How To Become an Astrophysicist + Challenge Question!”, (with applying for grad school advice), 2019, Matt O’Dowd
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8cEZM1lN5g&t=0s&ab_channel=PBSSpaceTime -
“What You Should Know About Getting a Career In Astronomy/Astrophysics”, 2019, Zach Star
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vGw0l8qLlOA&ab_channel=ZachStar - “How to become an Astrophysicist”, 2013, Neil deGrasse Tyson, [How did Neil deGrasse Tyson get hooked on science? Find out when the director of the Hayden Planetarium and host of StarTalk Radio answers a fan’s question on how to become an astrophysicist.]
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UniM3txg7E0
More DEI talks (Diversity Equity and Inclusion)…:
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The Inclusion Revolution Dara J. Norman (NSF’s NOIRLab, Tucson, Arizona), by AAS 236, 2020
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rQDzeDuCLLs&ab_channel=AAS - DDO Astronomy Night: The Stars Belong to Everyone: Fostering Diversity and Inclusion in Astronomy, 2020
Join RASC at the DDO as we discuss expanding diversity and inclusion in astronomy in Canada with our panelists, Science Advisor to the CSA and professor at UWO Dr. Sarah Gallagher, planetary scientist and science communicator Dr. Sara Mazrouei, CBC Senior Science Reporter and editor of the RASC journal Nicole Mortillaro, and astrophysicist and scientist working on the intersection of science, astronomy, and Indigenous knowledge Dr. Hilding Neilson.
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j2QAHGGel8Q&ab_channel=RASCToronto -
[with ASL interpreter!], Understanding Diversity and Promoting Equity in Astronomy, Dr. Stefania Varano, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8_O5wyu_LU&ab_channel=TheSciAccessInitiative
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Black Space Week 2024 For The Culture Panel. [general], by Black in Astro, Join Black In Astro for a chat about astronomy and Blackness with Dr. Moiya McTier, Dr. Tana Joseph, and Dr. Tshiamiso Makwela! from the Black in Space week 2024,
Link: https://youtu.be/2a9IA6jWALA?feature=shared
Learn more about…:
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“Reflecting on Reproductive Health and Trans Rights” [discussion on the current legislature targeting transgender individuals as well as other intersections of reproductive health and education], 2023, Marie Sgouros / VanguardSTEM
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NiGAVf2K-Kc -
“The History, Politics, and Science of Black Hair“: covering the scientists and innovators throughout history who have pioneered Black hair care. Join Drs. Anicca Harriot, Arianna Long, and Geraldine Ezeka as we shine a light on the history of Black cosmetic scientists and how our hair has been centered in political action. by VanguardSTEM,
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z-_i82w_eCo&ab_channel=VanguardSTEM
- The impact of Citizen Science Efforts, Black in Space week 2023,
This panel focused on contributions and efforts of Black citizen scientists and amateur astronomers. We featured discussions on those who have worked on citizen science efforts in space-sciences. This panel was designed to help those who are interested in engaging in and learning about opportunities in citizen science.
Link: https://youtu.be/aoXbDVqkcHs?feature=shared
Podcasts on Professional Skills
- Sarah Rugheimer and Sarah Ballard’s “Self-care with Drs. Sarah” podcast is geared toward promoting mental health and well-being at all stages of academia, as well as tips on navigating the academic environment.
- Astro[Sound]Bites https://astrosoundbites.com/ :
Four graduate students bring you cutting-edge research findings in astronomy and connect the dots between diverse sub-fields. Occasionally, we take you beyond new research to highlight stories in the field. Episodes are released every other weekend. -
Voices of academia: https://voicesofacademia.com/podcast/
