Early-Career Investigators

Graduate students and postdoctoral fellows are an integral part of The Obesity Society. Established obesity researchers value our opinions, and regularly find time to inspire and guide the next generation of researchers to refine and tailor our work to focus on current issues and include the latest technologies and techniques. When you join as a graduate student or postdoc Obesity Society member, you are already a participant in our group—welcome!

Our goal is to foster the growth of our careers through forming contacts with other junior researchers, and also to promote relationships with senior researchers in our areas of interest. To reach this goal, we have formed an international committee of experienced junior researchers who are available for you to contact directly. A strong and well-connected group of young researchers will lead the way to future scientific discoveries that are vital to finding the solution to obesity and related diseases. We hope to answer any questions you may have, and to inspire you to get involved in The Obesity Society and help you to solidify a strong and successful career in obesity research.

2004 Report to Council from the Graduate Student & Postdoctoral Fellow Committee

Graduate Student and Postdoctoral Fellow Committee Members

The Obesity Society Resources

Tips from the Professionals

Benefits of Obesity Society Membership

Employment Opportunities

Positions Wanted

Funding Opportunities

Summary of Steps to Success: The Transition from Graduate School to Professional Life (PDF, 60 KB), presented by Shine Chang, Ph.D., Associate Director, NCI Cancer Prevention Fellowship Program at The Obesity Society's 2001 meeting in Quebec City.

Other Resources

www.psychwatch.com

ub-counseling.buffalo.edu/ccv.html (a web resource site created by college and university counseling centers worldwide)

nextwave.sciencemag.org