Sharon Milgram PhD

Fri Dec 8: Unlocking Potential: Exploring the NIH and Diverse Research Opportunities for Community College, Post-Baccalaureate, and All Aspiring Medical Professionals and Scientists

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Sharon Milgram, PhD
Director, Office of Intramural Training & Education
National Institutes of Health
Friday, December 8, 2023, 
2pm-3:30pm PST

Click on the YouTube link below to view this webinar. Once you have viewed the presentation, you can log back in and take the Quiz for this event. A score of 70% or above will earn you a Certificate for 2 hours of Medical Mentorship.

Workshop Description:
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) stands as a beacon of innovation and discovery. Yet, are you fully aware of the boundless opportunities it provides? If you are a premed student – whether in community college, post-baccalaureate, or pursuing other majors – the NIH offers paid research experiences that could transform your career.
Join us for “Unlocking Potential: Exploring the NIH and Diverse Research Opportunities,” a workshop specially tailored for aspiring medical professionals and scientists. Dr. Sharon Milgram, the Director of the NIH Office of Intramural Training & Education, will be your expert guide. Her illustrious career and prominent roles across renowned institutions, makes her a wellspring of wisdom and insight.
Dr. Milgram has pioneered programs, shaped over 5000 trainees’ careers, and tirelessly advocated for mentorship, leadership, wellness, and resilience. Her unparalleled experience ensures a workshop brimming with inspiration, information, and invaluable advice.
Don’t miss this chance to ask questions directly from Dr. Milgram and discover how you can successfully apply for research programs at the NIH, the world’s premier research institution located not just in Washington DC, but with sites across the US.
Come, uncover pathways, and unlock potentials that you never knew existed. Register now to secure your place in this enlightening journey toward a successful future in medical research!

About the Speaker:
Dr. Sharon Milgram received a BS degree in Physical Therapy from Temple University & a PhD in Cell Biology from Emory University. She completed postdoctoral training at The Johns Hopkins University before joining the faculty at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. There, she rose to the rank of Full Professor in the Department of Cell & Developmental Biology. Dr. Milgram served as the Associate Director of the Medical Scientist Training Program, Director of the Interdisciplinary Biomedical Sciences Graduate Program, & the Director of the Summer
Undergraduate Research Experience. In 2007 she joined the NIH Office of the Director as the Director of the Office of Intramural Training and Education (OITE) where she directs a trans-NIH Office dedicated to the career advancement of over 5000 trainees. Dr. Milgram lectures widely on science careers, mentorship, leadership, management, wellness, & resilience in research environments. She lives in Silver Spring, Maryland with her wife. 

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Topic: Unlocking Potential: Exploring the NIH and Diverse Research Opportunities for Community College, Post-Baccalaureate, and All Aspiring Medical Professionals and Scientists
When: Friday, Dec 8, 2:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

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