This session, inspired by the article “Advice for Junior Faculty Regarding Academic Promotion,” will provide practical strategies for achieving a smooth promotion. Learn how to understand and navigate the promotion process at your institution, optimize your publication record, secure vital research funding, and build a comprehensive teaching dossier. We will also discuss the importance of strategic service roles, effective time management, and the value of mentorship and collaboration. Whether you’re just starting your academic career or preparing for your next promotion, this webinar offers valuable guidance from both a senior and a junior faculty member.
Dr Lawrence Mbuagbaw is a Research Methods Consultant and Clinical Epidemiologist. He is an Associate Professor in the Department of Health Research Methods, Evidence and Impact, McMaster University, and Director of the Biostatistics Unit at St Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton where he provides support for the design, analysis and reporting of clinical research. His research interests are methodological research, engagement in HIV care, mHealth and health systems strengthening.
Cynthia Lokker, PhD, MSc
Dr. Cynthia Lokker is Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Research Methods, Evidence, and Impact at McMaster University, and a health research methodologist and researcher in the Health Information Research Unit. Her research focuses on leveraging information retrieval and summarization approaches, particularly machine learning and natural language processing, to support evidence-based medicine and knowledge translation. She has expertise in digital health and evaluating mobile health applications.
