Program providinig new staff (new hires and transfers) in the School of Science with a resource
The Peer to Peer Mentoring Program aims to provide new staff (new hires and transfers) in the School of Science with a source of information about job responsibilities, MIT policies and procedures, and Institute organization and culture; to help both coaches and new staff increase their confidence and expand their skill sets; and to promote a cooperative and connected working environment for all participants.
Program Structure:
Peer connections will be established, tracked, and evaluated by the Dean’s Office.
Peer connections last for 3 consecutive semesters, but can be renewed at end of term if both peers agree.
Program coordinators (PC) will monitor coaching relationships and act as a liaison with HR.
Peer advisors and their advisees will schedule an initial meeting, but the advising will be conducted primarily by phone and email, initiated by the advisee.
Advisees will be supported by SOS and MIT web resources.
Learn more about the program and the roles involved at the Peer to Peer Mentoring Program Wiki.
Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Are you interested in learning more about the program as an advisor, an advisee, or a content expert for quick conversations on a specific topic? Please fill out the form below so we can work on finding a match!Name *FirstLastEmail *PhoneDepartment *BiologyBrain and Cognitive SciencesChemistryEarth, Atmospheric and Planetary SciencesMathematicsPhysicsOtherI am interested in being involved in this program in the following role(s) (check all that apply and choose your areas of interest for each role below):serving as a peer advisorhaving a peer advisorserving as a staff content expertI am interested in SERVING AS AN ADVISOR for someone interested in the following areas (please check all that apply):Communications – technical: website, photographyCommunications – writing and editing for print, social media, and other formsSpace/Facilities – space system, process for renovationsFinancial – projections, GIB, tools, account types, transactionsResearch Administration – pre-award, post-award, under-recoveryDirect faculty support (administrative support)Human resources – recruiting, retaining, transactions, visas, diversityFaculty affairs – faculty searches, promotions, onboarding new faculty.EHS related activitiesEvent planning and coordinationAcademic administration: graduate, undergraduate, appointment processingMIT’s cultureMIT’s administrative structuresOther (please note below)If you selected "other" above, please explain here:Please enter any topics for which you would like TO ADVISE someone that are not listed in the above checklist here.I am interested in HAVING AN ADVISOR who could help me with the following topics (please check all that apply):Communications – technical: website, photographyCommunications – writing and editing for print, social media, and other formsSpace/Facilities – space system, process for renovationsFinancial – projections, GIB, tools, account types, transactionsResearch Administration – pre-award, post-award, under-recoveryDirect faculty support (administrative support)Human resources – recruiting, retaining, transactions, visas, diversityFaculty affairs – faculty searches, promotions, onboarding new faculty.EHS related activitiesEvent planning and coordinationAcademic administration: graduate, undergraduate, appointment processingMIT’s cultureMIT’s administrative structuresOther (please note below)If you selected "other" above, please explain here: Please enter any topics for which you would like to DISCUSS WITH AN ADVISOR that are not listed in the above checklist here.I would consider SERVING AS A CONTENT EXPERT for staff who would like to learn more about the following topics (please check all that apply):Communications – technical: website, photographyCommunications – writing and editing for print, social media, and other formsSpace/Facilities – space system, process for renovationsFinancial – projections, GIB, tools, account types, transactionsResearch Administration – pre-award, post-award, under-recoveryDirect faculty support (administrative support)Human resources – recruiting, retaining, transactions, visas, diversityFaculty affairs – faculty searches, promotions, onboarding new faculty.EHS related activitiesEvent planning and coordinationAcademic administration: graduate, undergraduate, appointment processingMIT’s cultureMIT’s administrative structuresOther (please note below)If you selected "other" above, please explain here:Please enter any topics for which you might consider serving as CONTENT EXPERT that are not listed in the above checklist here.Before agreeing to participate, please consider if you can provide the following...1. I want to openly and honestly share my knowledge and experience with others.
2. I have the time to commit to a mentoring relationship. 3. I am able to listen carefully and to give constructive feedback.I agree to all of the above statements.Any additional information, comments, or suggestions?Feel free to get in touch directly with Kelly Murray at kmurray@mit.edu If you do not receive confirmation of this submission within 48 hours, please contact us at scncinfo@mit.edu. Thank you!MessageSubmit