The goal of Future Faculty Fellows Workshop is to prepare postdocs to apply for academic positions in biosciences by providing resources to understand and write job applications, gain teaching and mentoring experience, and build communication and job-seeking skills.
Sessions are led by experienced faculty from the UW School of Medicine, partner institutions, and workshop alumni. Faculty presenters have experience both within and outside of the university setting.
2027 Workshop Dates
- Thursday, May 6 from 9 am – 5 pm
- Friday, May 7 from 9 am – 12 pm
Sessions will only be hosted in-person. A virtual option will not be available.
Registration
Registration for 2027 Future Faculty Fellows Workshop will open in February 2027.
Workshop Topics:
- Demystifying academia
- How to write research and teaching statements
- Preparing for your interview
- Careers outside of research universities
- Understanding search committees
- New Faculty Panel
- Mentorship
- Department Chairs panel
Important Facts:
- The workshop is free and open to any postdoctoral fellow from the University of Washington School of Medicine, Allen Institute, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, Institute for Systems Biology, Seattle Biomedical Research Institute, and Seattle Children’s Research Institute
- Lunch will be provided on both days
- Includes both interactive presentations and discussions
- Sessions will not be recorded to promote interactive discussion and insider tips for academic success
- The workshop is directed by Dr. Chet Moritz, Professor of Rehabilitation Medicine, and by Dr. Rosana Risques, Associate Professor of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology.
For more information on the workshop, please contact somevent@uw.edu