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Charting the Course: A Guide to the Research Ecosystem

"Charting the Course: A Guide to the Research Ecosystem" is a weekly seminar series for early-career faculty and postdoctoral fellows designed to provide the support needed to focus on developing the key skills young scientists require to progress beyond just doing good research.

Attendees will be introduced to issues such as finding sources for research funds, writing effective grants, and building a network of professional colleagues.

Current Sessions

The fall 2025 seminars will be held from September 8 through November 24. You can register to attend any of the seminars. This is a free professional development series.

REGISTRATION

2025 SCHEDULE

2025 Video Archive

2025 SEMINAR SLIDES AND DOCUMENTS

Archived Sessions

Check out our archived video library to learn more about NIH funding opportunities, the grant review process, NIH proposals, and more.

2024 Archived Videos 2024 Seminar Slides and Documents

Meet Our Team

Faculty Director

Dr. McGee

Rick McGee, PhD
Associate Dean for Faculty Recruitment & Professional Development
Professor of Medical Education

Faculty Director

 FarzanehSorond

Farzaneh Sorond, MD, PhD
Vice Dean of Faculty Affairs
Professor of Neurology

Program Coordinator

Jamie Ziegler

Jaime Ziegler
jaime.ziegler@northwestern.edu

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