Discover Scientific Opportunities at NIH
The Future Research Leaders Conference (FRLC) is a career-development opportunity for talented early-career biomedical and behavioral scientists from diverse backgrounds. During the FRLC, selected early-career scientists showcase their research to the NIH scientific community and gain insights from NIH leadership and investigators about developing independent research careers. The event focuses primarily on post-doc and junior-faculty level investigators.
The last FRLC was be held at the NIH Campus in Bethesda, MD, May 20–21, 2019.
Early-Career Investigators
What does FRLC offer you?
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Share your research with the NIH Institutes or Centers (ICs) relevant to your scientific area via a symposium or chalk talk.
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Network with NIH investigators via one-on-one and group meetings for the purpose of:
- Gaining insights on developing an independent research career.
- Learning about the ongoing work and needs of relevant NIH ICs.
- Establishing connections that could lead to future collaborations or mentorships.
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Participate in tours of research facilities on the NIH campus.
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Learn about several pathways for joining the NIH intramural workforce, including:
Scientific Organizations
We invite you to adopt a FRLC-like event at your organization to:
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Increase visibility of your institution to attract diverse prospective scientists' talent.
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Increase engagement of your existing scientific community.
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Provide mentoring opportunities.
Questions about FRLC? Contact: FRLC@nih.gov