Junior women faculty are well aware of their institution’s requirements to achieve tenure and/or promotion with respect to teaching, research, and service. Seminars and workshops are offered in abundance, both “at home” and at conferences, on such topics as grant proposal writing and the grant review process. Many institutions also offer guidance in teaching development, at predoctoral, postdoctoral, and faculty levels. Why then is there such a large attrition of women from faculty ranks? Certainly, women face unique obstacles as described in numerous publications and books. Still, we need to address:

How can junior women faculty be
more successful in their careers?

This workshop is geared to the development of junior women faculty in engineering and science, to foster both tangible and “intangible” qualities that are the makeup of leaders. The value of a support network will be highlighted by the keynote speaker, Dr. Ellen Daniell, author of “Every Other Thursday”. Participants will be provided with Dr. Daniell’s book prior to the workshop so a book discussion can take place.

Presentation of self and communication skills are essential to how others perceive us and our effectiveness. The often competing expectations of faculty positions requires time-management skills which will be led by expert Dr. Janice Cuny. Participants will also have the opportunity to share perspectives and lessons learned with those going through the tenure process and those who have achieved this milestone, and expand their network of colleagues and peer-mentors.