UPS

UPS pub night 2024 Dec
2024-12-12 18:00 - 21:00 (Europe/Stockholm) | REX, RÅDHUSTORGET 1, Umeå, 90326

UPS Improv club Dec
2024-12-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Lindelhallen

UPS General meeting 2024 Dec
2024-12-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Glasburen, KBC
Dear Postdocs,
We are organizing an active member meeting. This is a regular active member meeting and we are always looking for new faces to join the society!
That is your opportunity to meet us, connect with us in person and you will learn more about the offices, and tasks. Most importantly, you can discuss with the existing office members how to manage responsibilities and the time investment required. We are always looking for new members to join us, there is a task for everyone, and you can decide how much time you would like to invest in the society. 🙂
If you don’t want be an active member but interested to know more about how we work, you are welcome as well.
We hope many of you will join us!
Date: Wednesday, 11th Dec
Time: 16:00-17:00
Place: Glasburen (in front of KBC cafe), if you don’t have access to KBC cafe, we will be there at the main entrance 5-10 minutes before time)

3rd UPS Postdoc Retreat
2024-11-23 - 2024-11-24
Dear Postdoc community,

We are back with the most exciting event of the year; the Umeå Postdoc Society is happy to invite you to our third Postdoc Retreat on November 23rd-24th!

The 2-day retreat will be held in Hotell Lappland, Lycksele, by the shore of the Ume River, and is aimed at networking among all postdocs currently employed at UmU or SLU in Umeå!

We will meet at the hotel on Saturday (November 23rd) for lunch, with the official program starting at 14:30 and ending on Sunday (November 24th) afternoon. All costs, including the lunches on Saturday and Sunday, and the overnight stay at the hotel will be covered by UPS, except for the transportation to and from Lycksele. You can get to Lycksele by bus, or with your own car of course.

Please read the details below and the attached program and flyer. Registration for this event is mandatory and binding, as the number of participants is limited and payment to the hotel must be made in advance.
Location: Hotell Lappland, Korpberget 1, 921 42 Lycksele

Important dates:

Deadline for registration: 31st October
Start of the program: November 23rd, 14:00
End of the program: November 24th, 18:00

Please use the following link to register for the event:
https://forms.gle/1azgQJXUeANUkmVQ6

How to get to and from Lycksele with public transport:

Bus 31 connects Umeå and Lycksele. On Saturday morning, there is a bus from Umeå Hospital at 10.45 hs, or 10.55 hs from Umeå Bus Station. This bus arrives at Lycksele at 12.55 hs.
For coming back on Sunday there are two options: 12.30 hs (arriving at Umeå at 14.30 hs), or 18.45 hs (arriving at Umeå at 20.45 hs). Those who leave at 12.30 hs will not have the opportunity to visit the Forestry and Sami Museum and the Gammplatsen Historical Park and Nature Reserve. There is an item in the registration form for this, so that we know the number of people to tell the museum.
A single fare ticket costs 194 SEK, so the total to go to and from Lycksele would be 388 SEK per person. This is the only cost in the whole retreat that has to be paid by the participants. You can buy the ticket on the tabussen.nu app, or by card in the bus.
The complete timetable for Bus 31 can be found here.

UPS general meeting 2024 Nov
2024-11-13 16:00 - 17:00 | Glasburen, KBC
Dear Postdocs,
We are organizing an active member meeting. This is a regular active member meeting and we are always looking for new faces to join the society!
That is your opportunity to meet us, connect with us in person and you will learn more about the offices, and tasks. Most importantly, you can discuss with the existing office members how to manage responsibilities and the time investment required. We are always looking for new members to join us, there is a task for everyone, and you can decide how much time you would like to invest in the society. 🙂
If you don’t want be an active member but interested to know more about how we work, you are welcome as well.
We hope many of you will join us!
Date: Wednesday, 13th Nov
Time: 16:00-17:00
Place: Glasburen (in front of KBC cafe), if you don’t have access to KBC cafe, we will be there at the main entrance 5-10 minutes before time)

UPS Board game night 2024 Nov
2024-11-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Lindelhallen

Pubnight Nov. 2024
2024-11-07 18:00 - 21:00 | REX, RÅDHUSTORGET 1, Umeå, 90326

KBC days 2024
2024-11-05 08:00 - 2024-11-06 17:00
TBA

New staff at Umeå University
2024-10-30 09:00 - 15:30
Dear Postdocs,
If you are a new postdoc, this is for you.
“On 30th October 2024, a welcome day is being organised for all new staff and scholarship holders by Umeå University. The welcome day is an opportunity for you to learn more about the university´s vision, organisation, supporting activities and to quickly get into your work and the community.
The day begins with a warm welcome from the Vice-Chancellor, who will share more about the university’s vision, mission, and core values. This will be followed by a presentation on university’s idea – trends and traditions over 1000 years.
Throughout the day, presentations will be held in English covering topics such as career paths within academia, pedagogical qualifications, and academic writing. Simultaneously, presentations in Swedish will cover subjects such as the legal framework, decision-making structures at the university, and the digital workplace.
Refreshments and lunch will be provided during the day. During lunch, there will also be a Mini Expo where you’ll have the opportunity to meet invited guests, such as occupational health care, the Umeå Postdoc Society (UPS), as well as representatives from the HR department and our local unions.
You will find all the info here https://umeauniversity.sharepoint.com/sites/anstallning/SitePages/en/Ny-p%C3%A5-Ume%C3%A5-universitet.aspx
The day will conclude with a joint discussion on the importance of working in an international environment.
Register here

UPS general meeting 2024 Oct
2024-10-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Glasburen, KBC
Dear Postdocs,
We are organizing an active member meeting. This is a regular active member meeting and we are always looking for new faces to join the society!
That is your opportunity to meet us, connect with us in person and you will learn more about the offices, and tasks. Most importantly, you can discuss with the existing office members how to manage responsibilities and the time investment required. We are always looking for new members to join us, there is a task for everyone, and you can decide how much time you would like to invest in the society. 🙂
If you don’t want be an active member but interested to know more about how we work, you are welcome as well.
We hope many of you will join us!
Date: Wednesday, 09th Oct
Time: 16:00-17:00
Place: Glasburen (in front of KBC cafe), if you don’t have access to KBC cafe, we will be there at the main entrance 5-10 minutes before time)

UPS Autumn Hike Oct
2024-10-05 09:00 - 15:30
Dear Postdocs,

Winter is coming and UPS invites you to enjoy the last rays of sun at the sea! This time, we explore Strömbäck Kont’s Naturreservat.

HIKE DETAILS:

We take the Bus 126 at 9 am sharp from Vasaplan, platform M. The ticket is 54 SEK and you purchase it via the tabussen app. Yes, it is a bit early for some, I know, but there are not that many busses running this time of the year :=)

The track will lead us from Strömbäck village down to the top of the peninsula. The entire distance should be between 10 and 16 km, depending on our mood and condition.

The Bus 126 takes us back at 3.20 pm to Vasaplan M, where we arrive about 30 minutes later

WHEN: Saturday, October 5, 8.50 am at Vasaplan, platform M (check the link! It is a bit off the main bus station.)
REGISTER: If you are joining, please fill the form here. If you cannot make it after all, please let Anton know!!!
WHAT TO BRING: Hiking/robust boots, warm clothes (it is going to be 3 – 9 centigrade), water, food (for BBQ if you want), fika, a smile, camera, blanket or cushion to sit on
MORE INFORMATION: check out the hiking trail on https://www.naturkartan.se/en/vasterbottens-lan/stromback-kont

CONTACT: Contact Anton at anton.kirch@umu.se or 0046730646996

Pubnight Sep 2024
2024-09-26 18:00 - 21:00 | REX, RÅDHUSTORGET 1, Umeå, 90326
Dear Postdocs,
Time flies rather quickly and it is getting more chilly outside… but that also means that another legendary UPS Pubnight ???????? at Rex is round the corner, scheduled for Thursday Sep 26! Please register here so that we know how many people to count on for the reservation!
UPS has a beer & burger deal with REX for a burger (vegetarian or meat) of 145 SEK and a 400 mL beer of 65 SEK, 210 SEK for the package. Simply mention at the bar that you are from the Postdoc Society. Food can be ordered until 21:45, so plenty of time to finish your experiments first and then reward yourself with some comfort food and drinks! ????
Also, you who are new to Umeå/UPS – it’s a perfect opportunity to meet new interesting people????
So, what are you waiting for, register yourself and join us!

Any doubt? Contact UPS at info@umeapostdocs.com, or Katerina at +46 72 226 76 98 / katerina.cervena@umu.se

What: UPS Pub night
When: Thursday, August 29th, 18:00
Where: Rex Umeå, “Beer cellar” (corner entrance, stairs down), RÅDHUSTORGET 1, 903 26 Umeå https://goo.gl/maps/kpFYQkqRzY6ykPzY6
Register: Please register for this event. If you forget to register, you are still welcome to join spontaneously.

Improv club
2024-09-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Lindelhallen

UPS general meeting 2024 September
2024-09-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Glasburen, KBC
Dear Postdocs,
We are organizing an active member meeting. This is a regular active member meeting and we are always looking for new faces to join the society!
That is your opportunity to meet us, connect with us in person and you will learn more about the offices, and tasks. Most importantly, you can discuss with the existing office members how to manage responsibilities and the time investment required. We are always looking for new members to join us, there is a task for everyone, and you can decide how much time you would like to invest in the society. 🙂
If you don’t want be an active member but interested to know more about how we work, you are welcome as well.
We hope many of you will join us!
Date: Wednesday, 11th Sep
Time: 16:00-17:00
Place: Glasburen (in front of KBC cafe), if you don’t have access to KBC cafe, we will be there at the main entrance 5-10 minutes before time)

Disk Golf 2024
2024-09-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Maja Beskowskolan, Fridhemsvägen 8, Umeå, Sweden
Dear Postdocs,

With autumn around the corner, I would like to invite you to the first outdoor activity of the term: Let’s play a round of diskgolf in Berghem. If you don’t have disks and don’t know anyone to borrow from, you can get some at Fritidsbanken.

DETAILS:

Where: Maja Beskowskolan, Umeå Berghem
When: Saturday, September 6, 1 pm

We can play as long as you like (I guess 1h – 2h). It is a nice course for beginners.
Register: Please fill out the form here

What to bring: Hiking/robust boots, the ground might be a bit muddy, kläder efter väder
Contact: Anton at anton.kirch@umu.se or +46730646996

Find a flyer attached.
Hope to see you there!

Pubnight
2024-08-29 18:00 - 21:00 | REX, RÅDHUSTORGET 1, Umeå, 90326
Let’s get together after the summer break and enjoy some drinks and burgers underground, at another legendary UPS Pubnight@Rex next Thursday Aug 29! Please register here so that we know how many people to count on for the reservation!
UPS has a beer & burger deal with REX for a burger (vegetarian or meat) of 145 SEK and a 400 mL beer of 65 SEK, 210 SEK for the package. Simply mention at the bar that you are from the Postdoc Society. Food can be ordered until 21:45, so plenty of time to finish your experiments first and then reward yourself with some comfort food and drinks!
Also, you who are new to Umeå/UPS – it’s a perfect opportunity to meet new interesting people
So, what are you waiting for, register yourself and join us!

Any doubt? Contact UPS at info@umeapostdocs.com, or Katerina at +46 72 226 76 98 / katerina.cervena@umu.se

What: UPS Pub night
When: Thursday, August 29th, 18:00
Where: Rex Umeå, “Beer cellar” (corner entrance, stairs down), RÅDHUSTORGET 1, 903 26 Umeå https://goo.gl/maps/kpFYQkqRzY6ykPzY6
Register: Please register for this event HERE. If you forget to register, you are still welcome to join spontaneously.

UBI Houst Breakfast
2024-08-28 08:00 - 09:30 | tvistevägen, Tvistevägen 48 A, Umeå
House Breakfast on August 28th, from 8:15 to 9:00 AM at Tvistevägen 48, Conference room ”Skogen”.
Speaker: Ludwig Stendahl from Connect Sverige Region Norr, who will share insights on how they can support accelerating and enhancing growth in promising companies.
➡ Sign up now (breakfast included): https://house-breakfast-seminaraugust.confetti.events/
PS. The seminar starts at 8.30, breakfast from 8.15.

UPS general meeting 2024 August
2024-08-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Glasburen, KBC
Dear Postdocs,
We are organizing an active member meeting. This is a regular active member meeting and we are always looking for new faces to join the society!
That is your opportunity to meet us, connect with us in person and you will learn more about the offices, and tasks. Most importantly, you can discuss with the existing office members how to manage responsibilities and the time investment required. We are always looking for new members to join us, there is a task for everyone, and you can decide how much time you would like to invest in the society. 🙂
If you don’t want be an active member but interested to know more about how we work, you are welcome as well.
We hope many of you will join us!
Date: Wednesday, 14th Aug
Time: 16:00-17:00
Place: Glasburen (in front of KBC cafe), if you don’t have access to KBC cafe, we will be there at the main entrance 5-10 minutes before time)

Innovation Cup Summer Camp for PhD Students and postdocs
2024-07-20 08:00 - 2024-07-26 17:00
The Innovation Cup is aimed at post-graduate students and postdocs worldwide who are interested in the pharmaceutical and chemical industry. It is organized by the company Merck KGaA and held near Frankfurt, Germany. Participants will enjoy lectures and the opportunity to develop an idea into a finished project plan together with their team. Participating teams can win 20,000 euros for the most convincing project plan.
PhD students and postdocs in biology, chemistry, physics, medicine, biotechnology, computer science, data sciences, biochemistry, pharmacy, engineering, or related fields are invited to apply.
Deadline to register is January 31st, 2024

Game night 2024 June
2024-06-14 18:00 - 22:00 | KBC atrium
Dear postdocs,
Are you interested in playing some board or card games with other postdocs? Where you are not the only one constantly overthinking every move or turn? Interested in having a lot of fun by playing some games, chatting with nice people and disconnecting from your work for a little while on a Friday night?
Here is your solution! The Umeå Postdoc Society invites you to the next Game Night ????
Playing! Chatting! Socializing! And most importantly: Having fun!
So don’t miss the opportunity to chat and play games with other postdocs. We will provide board and card games for everyone to play, but don’t hesitate to bring your own games to share! Lastly, bring your own food and drinks to enjoy (we will provide some non-alcoholic drinks and snacks).

WHAT: Game Night
WHEN: Friday, June 14th, starting at 6:00 pm
WHERE: KBC Atrium, 3rd floor, KBC building, next to the cafeteria
(https://link.mazemap.com/4UwRU9RS)
REGISTER: It is very important that all interested people register at the following link: https://forms.office.com/e/0L1k1i13Lz
ANY DOUBTS? Contact Sarah on sarah.harmening@umu.se or +49 1795418399

UPS general meeting
2024-06-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Glasburen, KBC
Dear Postdocs,
We are organising an active member meeting on Wednesday, 12th June. This is a regular active member meeting and we are always looking for new faces to join the society!
That is your opportunity to meet us, connect with us in person and you will learn more about the offices, and tasks. Most importantly, you can discuss with the existing office members how to manage responsibilities and the time investment required. We are always looking for new members to join us, there is a task for everyone, and you can decide how much time you would like to invest in the society. 🙂
If you don’t want be an active member but interested to know more about how we work, you are welcome as well.
We hope many of you will join us!
Date: Wednesday, 12th June
Time: 16:00-17:00
Place: Glasburen (in front of KBC cafe), if you don’t have access to KBC cafe, we will be there at the main entrance 5-10 minutes before time)

Improv club
2024-06-04 18:00 - 19:30
More details: https://umeapostdocs.com/ups-improv-club/

Hiking 2024 June 1
2024-06-01 10:30 - 17:00 | grössjön
Dear Postdocs,
There is still time to sign up for the UPS Spring Hike tomorrow Saturday June 1st to Grössjön, start 10:30 from Tomtebo!
Let’s have a look at how nature explodes after the snow! This trip is especially dedicated to families. That means the trail is short and easy and we will adjust the pace and agenda to the kids. If you are not a family, you are still welcome to join! Depending on who is there, we can split the group and you take the entire walk around the lake instead.
HIKE DETAILS:
We will start off from a parking spot nearby and our first goal would be to reach “Topp i Grössjön” (about 1 km from the start). There we can have a BBQ (I’ll bring charcoal/firewood). Depending on the group and participants, we can go back from there or walk further around the lake/to the bird watch tower. The tower itself was down the last time I visited the spot, but it’s a nice view anyway.
The route has some plank walks in between and I would generally not recommend bringing a buggy. My youngest daughter naps in some kind of bag pack. However, since the BBQ spot is so close to the parking, we will find a solution for every family and their needs.
WHEN: Saturday, June 1, at 10.30 am
END: Depending on how you/we feel, generally around 3 or 4 pm but leaving at any stage is fine.
WHERE: We will meet south of Tomtebo at a parking spot https://maps.app.goo.gl/nEd1tx3XZykLXoMo6. It is easily reachable by bike or car. If you want to come by bus you can walk there from one of Tomtebo’s bus stops in about 15 minutes.
REGISTER: If you are joining, please fill the form here. If you cannot make it after all, let Anton know!!!
WHAT TO BRING: Hiking/robust boots, mosquito repellant, kläder efter väder, water, food (for BBQ if you want), fika, a smile, camera, blanket or cushion to sit on
MORE INFORMATION: check out the hiking trail on www.naturkartan.se
CONTACT: Contact Anton at anton.kirch@umu.se or 0046730646996

Pubnight
2024-05-23 18:00 - 19:00 | REX, RÅDHUSTORGET 1, Umeå, 90326
Here is for the link: https://forms.office.com/e/20iVg4BSXg

Pint of Science festival 24 - Rex
2024-05-15 18:00 - 20:00 | REX, RÅDHUSTORGET 1, Umeå, 90326
Pint of Science is an annual science festival that takes place every May and brings researchers to local fun venues to share the latest happenings in the world of science. The perfect opportunity for you to meet the people shaping the science of tomorrow. Come and share a unique moment with them!
Booking Link
May 15 : https://pintofscience.se/event/rex

Pint of science festival 24 - Gröna Älgen
2024-05-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Gröna Älgen, Kungsgatan 101, Umeå, 90331, Sweden
Pint of Science is an annual science festival that takes place every May and brings researchers to local fun venues to share the latest happenings in the world of science. The perfect opportunity for you to meet the people shaping the science of tomorrow. Come and share a unique moment with them!
Booking Link
May 14 : https://pintofscience.se/event/art-and-science

Pint to science festival 24 - Rött
2024-05-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Rött, Axtorpsvägen, Umeå, Vastabotten, 903 37, Sweden
Pint of Science is an annual science festival that takes place every May and brings researchers to local fun venues to share the latest happenings in the world of science. The perfect opportunity for you to meet the people shaping the science of tomorrow. Come and share a unique moment with them!
Booking Link
May 13 : https://pintofscience.se/event/roett

Postdoc Day 2024
2024-04-25 09:00 - 23:00
We are thrilled to announce the second edition of Postdoc Day, organized by SLU Postdoc Associations (SLUPA) and Umeå Postdoc Association (UPS)! This event promises to be even more enriching and engaging than before. Your presence is key to making this event a resounding success. We warmly invite you to join us for Postdoc Day 2024.
Event Date: April 25th, 2024
Event Timing: 09:00-23:00 (tentative)
Event Address: Kårhuset Origo, Gösta Skoglunds väg 25, 907 36 Umeå
Features:
???? Enlightening Seminars: Embark on a series of insightful sessions addressing the unique challenges of postdoc life.
???? Mental Health Seminar: Join us for a workshop led by FALCK, featuring mindfulness exercises to support your well-being.
???? Pizza Networking Evening: Indulge in delicious pizza slices while mingling with fellow postdocs and expanding your network.
We look forward to your participation and the opportunity to connect with you during this exciting event. Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Register here before 16th April!

Deadline to register for the Postdoc day 2024
2024-04-16
Don’t forget to register here!
Details on the event can be found here: https://umeapostdocs.com/event/postdoc-day-2024/

UPS General Assembly
2024-04-15 16:00 - 17:30 | https://link.mazemap.com/DWGiKw2G
Welcome to the annual UPS general assembly!
In the Assembly we make a balance of the last year, receive feedback from the postdoc community as a whole, and very importantly, we elect the new authorities (President and Vice-President) for the upcoming year!
We hope to see you there, it’s important that we all participate and help in creating a better community for all Umeå Postdocs! Besides, there will be fika! 😉
What: UPS General Assembly 2023
When: Monday, April 15th, 16.00 to 17.30 hs
Where: KBC Stora Fokusrummet (KBF301), 3rd floor, KBC Building. Mazemap: https://link.mazemap.com/DWGiKw2G
