Pivot (Step-by-step)
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https://pivot.proquest.com/dashboard
Sign In:
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Navigate to the Pivot website (pivot.proquest.com).
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Click on the person icon in the corner.
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Use institutional login credentials to sign in.
Explore the Home Screen:
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The main screen is called the dashboard or home screen.
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There is a large search bar.
Perform an Initial Search:
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Enter relevant search terms (e.g., materials) in the search bar.
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Review the results but note that there might be too many or too few.
Refine Search Using Filters:
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Click on the "Refine" button to add more search terms and filters.
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Add specific terms related to your interest (e.g., computing, theory, computational).
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Apply location filters (e.g., Virginia) to narrow down results.
Exclude Unwanted Opportunities:
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Identify and exclude opportunities from irrelevant fields using the "Exclude Opportunities" section.
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Refine the search until a reasonable number of results are obtained.
Save the Search:
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Save the refined search by clicking "Save Search."
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Provide a name for the search (e.g., Occupational Materials Research).
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Opt to receive email alerts for new opportunities matching the criteria.
Explore Saved Searches:
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Navigate to the saved searches section to view and manage saved searches.
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View, track, or share searches as needed.
Explore Specific Opportunities:
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Click on specific opportunities to view detailed information.
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Track opportunities of interest to receive updates.
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Utilize the tracking feature to organize potential funding options.
Repeat for Different Funding Types:
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Repeat the process to search for different types of funding (e.g., research funding, awards).
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Save separate searches for each funding type.
10. Utilize Known Opportunities:
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If aware of a specific opportunity (e.g., ONR YIP program), search for it.
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Use identified tags and filters to find similar opportunities.
11. Set Up an Advisor Alert:
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Go to the Advisor Alert section.
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Update and customize your profile with information such as publications and expertise.
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Review and manage recommended funding opportunities based on your profile.
12. Save Searches for Other Roles:
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Switch roles (e.g., from faculty to graduate student).
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Perform searches tailored to the new role's needs (e.g., travel funding for a Chinese graduate
student).
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Save relevant searches for future reference.
13. Track and Manage Opportunities:
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Track specific opportunities of interest.
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Utilize the tracking feature to organize and keep track of potential funding opportunities.
14. Review and Adjust Advisor Alerts:
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Regularly review Advisor Alerts based on profile updates.
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Adjust filters and preferences to ensure relevant opportunities are received.
15. Stay Informed and Take Action:
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Regularly check emails for alerts and updates.
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Take action on opportunities by reaching out to program officers and submitting applications.
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Grant Forward (Step-by-step)
1. Log In:
7. Save or Explore Opportunities:
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Go to the Grant Forward website with your university email (doesn’t allow NetBadge).
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Save your search if you wish.
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Log in with your credentials. If you forgot your password, there should be a password
recovery option.
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Explore specific postdoc opportunities. Each opportunity will have information like
description, sponsor, deadlines, stipend amount, eligibility, and more.
2. Navigate to Grant Types:
8. Bookmark Opportunities:
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Grant Forward categorizes postdoc job opportunities as grants, which might seem
unusual.
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After logging in, go to the "Search Grant Opportunities" section.
3. Advanced Keyword Search:
Click on "Advanced Keyword Search."
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Enter keyword phrases related to your search. The text suggests using the words
"computational materials."
Similar to Pivot's "Tracked Ops," you can add opportunities to your favorites or
bookmarks.
9. Share Opportunities:
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Share interesting opportunities with colleagues if desired.
10. Additional Information:
4. Review Results:
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Look for useful information at the top, such as the URL for the application and contact
information.
11. Conclude and Return:
Review the results of your search. The text mentions getting over 2000 results.
5. Apply Filters:
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If you want to return to the main screen or slide, navigate back as needed.
12. Explore Additional Features:
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Similar to Pivot, Grant Forward provides filters or facets on the left side.
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Under "Grant Types," find and select "Postdoc Opportunities" or something similar.
6. Refine Results:
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If the number of results is too high, further refine your search.
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Grant Forward uses categories, and in this case, the text suggests entering the category
"materials."
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Grant Forward, like Pivot, has additional data beyond funding opportunities, such as
profiles, conferences, calls for papers, awarded grants, researchers, and a directory of
sponsors. Explore these features if needed.
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Remember, these steps are derived from the text provided, and the actual Grant Forward
platform may have updates or changes. If you encounter issues or need more specific
guidance, you may want to refer to the official Grant Forward documentation or seek
assistance from their support team.
https://www.grantforward.com/index
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