The ASBMR Mentorship Program stands as a beacon of tailored guidance for our members. Crafted to offer personalized mentorship, the program centers around specific objectives—whether it's refining a manuscript, securing a postdoc position, or applying for a prestigious grant or award. Within this partnership, mentors and mentees collaborate closely, channeling their combined efforts towards accomplishing these targeted goals.
This initiative holds transformative power, not only nurturing the career progression of early-stage investigators, ensuring their valuable presence in the dynamic musculoskeletal field, but also reigniting the enthusiasm of seasoned ASBMR members by reconnecting them meaningfully with our vibrant society. Join us in this journey of mentorship, where expertise meets aspiration, fostering growth and resilience within our community.
Key Dates:
Applications will open on Wednesday, December 4, 2024 and close on Friday, January 10, 2025. Application notifications will be shared in January 2025. Please contact the ASBMR Business Office at asbmr@asbmr.org with questions.
Eligibility:
Mentees:
- Be a current ASBMR member in good standing
- Early-career (i.e. current postdoc, student, etc.) and mid-career
Mentors:
- Be a current ASBMR member in good standing
- Meet with your assigned mentee for 1 hour each month for the duration of the program (i.e. 3 – 9 months depending on the mentee’s needs)
Application Process for Mentees:
Applicants will need to include:
- NIH Biosketch or CV
- Maximum 2-Page Letter of Interest that includes:
- The reasons you are interested in the program.
- What obtainable, measurable goals do you wish to accomplish from the mentorship program.
- Description of your career objectives.
Interest Form for Mentors (2 short-answer questions):
- What kind of topics/issues do you think you could be a good mentor for?
- Please write a brief explanation of your past experience as a mentor.