Rising Stars: at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), in partnership with MilliporeSigma, announces the launch of a Rising Stars in Cell and Developmental Biology Symposium in early Fall 2024. This event aims to provide talented postdocs from diverse backgrounds the opportunity to present their research and engage with our scientific community, in preparation for future academic roles.
Designation: Symposium Participant
Research Area: Cell and Developmental Biology, Genetics, Genomics
Location: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC)
Eligibility/Qualification: Postdoctoral fellows specializing in cell and developmental biology, genetics, and genomics, including members of historically underrepresented groups.
Description: Selected applicants will be invited to visit UIUC to present their research during the symposium and meet with CDB faculty, postdocs, students, and MilliporeSigma scientists. The department and MilliporeSigma will cover travel expenses and lodging.
How to Apply: Submit your application as a single PDF file via this form. Your PDF must include the following:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Research statement describing research accomplishments and future interests (one page maximum)
- Diversity statement describing the applicant’s contributions and experiences related to enhancing diversity and inclusivity in the scientific community (one page maximum)
We appreciate your application submission. For additional questions, please contact the CDB departmental office administrator at cdb-office@illinois.edu or Xin Li, CDB seminar committee chair and associate professor at lixin@illinois.edu.
Last Date for Apply: May 22, 2024
