» Career Symposia

The Career Symposia are organized by the Career Opportunities in Physiology Committee and cover all aspects of careers and career issues relevant to today’s trainees at all stages of their career (graduate, postdoctoral, early career).

Below are links to the Career Symposia from each year's Experimental Biology meeting.

Session to train scientists to effectively communicate the scientific process to the general public.

Many PhD professionals are now pursuing additional degrees to increase their ability to be competitive for new job opportunities in science.

New models of employment are being created that allow both the institutions and the faculty more flexibility and a variety of opportunities.

There are many career opportunities in the various branches and agencies of the US government.

The tenure and promotion process in both academia and industry are of crucial importance for career development.

Mid-career transitions are common and may involve equal or greater challenges and opportunities than those of early-career scientists.

Scientific collaboration is a critical feature of the research process.

If you are not able to interview successfully, you’re not likely to get the job.

The skills and savvy needed to establish and maintain research collaborations across political and cultural boundaries are essential components to a successful career in science.

A positive and successful postdoctoral experience is an essential component of the career development path.