We have our first “Former Fellow Follow-up” of the year! Dr. Zélia Worman, former postdoctoral fellow in the lab of Dr. Henry Levin, Section on Eukaryotic Transposable Elements, talks about the path she took to become Director of Researcher Engagement and Education for a private company. In this informative Q&A, fellows can follow how Dr. Worman explored several types of positions outside the lab before finding her perfect fit.
We also have a “Rep Report” that is packed with exciting opportunities for fellows. In particular, the NIH Fellows Committee (best known as FelCom) is filling several liaison and chair positions now. Don’t delay—letters of interest are due April 4 ! Serving in a leadership position on a committee is an excellent way to gain some of the communication and teamwork skills needed for many career fields.
For our pre-med trainees, the “Clinical Corner” column has returned after a brief hiatus. This installment includes a recap of the recent Q&A session on preparing a medical school application. If you weren’t able to make the event last month, this quick summary highlights the main points covered—including advice on letters of recommendation, prerequisite courses, and MCAT preparation.
Enjoy the change in season, and see you next month!
Your Editor in Chief,
Shana R. Spindler, PhD
This newsletter is for NICHD fellows and by NICHD fellows. We want to hear from you ! Please send your questions, comments, and ideas to our editor at shana.spindler@nih.gov.