Planning to Apply for an NIH Research Grant?
In collaboration with three other institutes, we are again offering our popular NIH Grant Writing Course! Led by Dr. Paula Gregory (Associate Dean for Faculty & Research Development, School of Biomedical Sciences; Director, Office of Postdoctoral Affairs University of North Texas Health Science Center), this course will help students prepare a successful NIH grant proposal, with special emphasis on the career transition “K” grant series.
In a small-group setting (via Zoom), classes will combine didactic presentations with group discussions, assignments, and proposal writing. There will also be an NIH mock study section. During the process of scoring real grant applications, trainees will learn about the review process and the key aspects of a successful application.
NICHD has four slots available. If you would like to join this course, please contact Dr. Erin Walsh (erin.walsh@nih.gov) with your plans for grant applications (e.g., K99) in the next year.
All sessions are 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. via Zoom. Below is the (tentative) schedule:
- March 7 & 8
- March 21 & 22
- April 11 & 12
Hear from NICHD fellows who recently completed the course: Tips from Fellows: Paula Gregory Grant Writing Course & Workshops
Call for Applications for Center on Compulsive Behavior Fellowships 2024
The Center on Compulsive Behavior (CCB) will fund outstanding candidates, both clinical and basic science researchers, who are interested in studying topics aligned with the mission of the CCB and with a strong desire for interactions and collaboration with the labs in the IRP. Applications are open for postdoctoral fellows in the IRP within their first twoyears, or incoming postdoctoral fellows joining an IRP laboratory before September 30, 2024.
Additional information and the call for applications can be downloaded from the CCB Fellowship Program website. Application submission closes by 6 p.m. on Monday, January 15th , 2024 .
NICHD Annual Postbac Seminar Series: Professional Development and Career Exploration
Our Annual Postbac Seminar Series continues into the new year! Join us on Tuesdays from 1 to 2 p.m. (schedule and details below). The intent is to create a comfortable environment within a small group of peers to help postbacs improve their analytical skills as scientists, while expanding their knowledge of biomedical research and its relevance to human health.
Currently there are about 85 postbacs conducting clinical and basic science research in our intramural laboratories. During your one or two years of training here at the NICHD, we want you to have an enriched research experience, while at the same time growing more prepared and excited about your chosen career path.
This series also focuses on professional development:
- Learning how to present your science
- Exploring different career trajectories
- Meeting physicians and scientists from various clinical or research settings
- Preparing for the medical or graduate school application cycle (including interviews!)
Have an idea for a seminar topic? Know somebody who would make a great speaker for the series? We want to hear from you! Email Dr. Erin Walsh (erin.walsh@nih.gov) with your thoughts.
| Schedule of Topics (All sessions are on Tuesdays from 1 to 2 p.m.) | |||
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| January 9 | Career Consultant, Lauren Celano | How to evaluate, build and highlight transferable and career relevant skills | Virtual |
| January 16 | Office of Education Director, Erin Walsh, PhD | The Medical School Application Process | Bldg. 35A, Room 610 |
| January 23 | Career Consultant, Lauren Celano | Building a positive online personal brand (LinkedIn) | Virtual |
| February 20 | NICHD Clinical Director, Catherine Gordon, MD, MS | Clinical Research Careers: Meet the NICHD Clinical Director | Bldg. 35A, Room 610 |
| February 27 | Office of Education Director, Erin Walsh, PhD | The Medical School Personal Statement | Bldg. 35A, Room 610 |
If you are interested in attending, please email Ms. Veronica Harker (veronica.harker@nih.gov) to register and let her know which sessions you plan to attend. Zoom links will be distributed a few days prior.
Three-Minute Talks (TmT) Competition 2024
Now Seeking Postdoc & Clinical Fellows, Graduate Students & Postbacs
- Learn how to explain your research effectively to a broad scientific audience, in three minutes or less, with one-on-one professional training from public speaking coach Scott Morgan.
- Get the chance to win up to $1,000 for use towards approved training or scientific conference participation.
- Visit the NICHD TmT Program website for more details: up to 10 DIR fellows (postbac, predoctoral, postdoctoral, visiting and clinical) are invited to compete for these science communication honors.
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NIH TmT Competition
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NIH UNITE: Ending Structural Racism (ESR) Activities
The NIH UNITE initiative was established to identify and address structural racism within the NIH-supported and the greater scientific community.
The ESR Intranet includes various resources like the Toolkit, Newsletter, FAQs, and other information. UNITE Milestones and Progress and the Co-Chairs Corner (public ESR webpages) are other avenues to stay informed on UNITE efforts.