ASBMB Annual Meeting

Emerging Investigator Seminar: Networking, career insights & cutting-edge research

Courtney Chandler
March 19, 2025

Conferences are prime opportunities for students approaching graduation, researchers looking to expand their teams and industry groups scouting talent. The ASBMB Annual Meeting in April will feature numerous ways to explore career paths and research advancements, including the Emerging Investigator Seminar — a full-day event designed to showcase early-career scientists and foster networking.

If you specifically want to seek out up-and-coming scientists, hear the latest research or discuss potential career opportunities, the Emerging Investigator Seminar is the place for you. This all-day seminar will offer a chance to hear from budding researchers, network and learn about scientific career opportunities.

John Jimah
John Jimah

John Jimah, assistant professor at Princeton University and Emerging Investigator Seminar co-chair, said it is designed to give early-career researchers a platform to present their research, gain feedback and build connections.

 “This initiative reflects ASBMB’s commitment to developing the next generation of scientific leaders,” he said.

Other co-chairs of the event include Mary Andorfer, an assistant professor of chemistry at Michigan State University: Christopher Radka, an assistant professor of microbiology, immunology and molecular genetics at the University of Kentucky; and Andrew Santiago–Frangos, an assistant professor of biology at the University of Pennsylvania.

Held on the first day of the meeting, the event kicks off with presentations from graduate students and postdocs, selected for their innovative research across BMB. A career panel will follow offering insights and advice for those planning their next move. The panel will feature individuals from academia, industry and beyond, including Manisha Ray, an assistant professor of chemistry and biochemistry at Loyola University Chicago, and Natalie Chan, associate director of innovation at AbbVie.

Jimah said networking is another key focus of the event. For tips and tricks on networking, check out this recent ASBMB Today article.

“Conferences can feel overwhelming, and this seminar helps attendees form connections early — on the first day of the meeting — making the larger ASBMB meeting more accessible and collaborative,” he said. “Seeing these interactions unfold will be incredibly rewarding.”

He added: “These interactions lay the foundation for professional relationships that can continue well beyond the meeting.”

The seminar will take place on April 12, 2025. Advanced registration is required — visit the 2025 ASBMB Annual Meeting registration webpage to reserve your spot now.

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Courtney Chandler

Courtney Chandler is a biochemist and microbiologist in Baltimore, Md., and a careers columnist for ASBMB Today.

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