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2025 USASP Early Career Forum

Join us at the 2025 USASP Early Career Forum, a dedicated pre-conference event on April 29th designed to support trainees (currently completing their degree) and early-career professionals.

April 29, 2025, Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, Chicago, IL


Programming begins at 12 pm ET. Registration for the Early Career Forum is included in the 2025 USASP meeting registration.

 

This year’s program will offer a flexible, interactive experience with a variety of sessions to help you gain critical skills, connect with experts in the field, and build a network of peers. Whether you are interested in expanding your research skills, exploring non-academic career paths, or developing essential professional tools, the Early Career Forum offers tailored opportunities to meet your goals.Program

 

Highlights:

  • Concurrent Session Tracks: Choose from sessions that meet your unique needs, including:

    • Mock Study Section: Get an inside look at the NIH review process by observing and participating in a simulated study section guided by experienced reviewers.

    • Industry and Non-Academic Career Roundtables: Explore diverse career paths beyond academia with professionals who have made these transitions, gaining practical advice on how to navigate similar paths.

    • Power Skills (Soft Skills) Development: Receive small group mentoring on essential skills like team management, budgeting, and effective communication.

  • Mentorship Roundtables: Take part in intimate, guided discussions with mentors across multiple career stages. With a “choose your own adventure” format, attendees can rotate among topics and mentors, enhancing their networking and learning opportunities.

  • Rapid-Fire Poster Pitch Session: Showcase your research in a fast-paced, 1-minute presentation to highlight key findings and encourage connections. This session provides an additional platform for trainees to present their work before the main conference. More information to come!

The 2025 Early Career Forum is designed to be flexible, allowing participants to customize their experience to maximize personal and professional growth. Mark your calendar and be part of a dynamic community focused on advancing knowledge and building future leaders in pain research!  

 

We are looking forward to connecting with you!

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