Events
Photo Credit: Breathe Life Mural by Rob “ProBlak” Gibbs
Below are events put on by the HBPA and others within the HMS community and beyond. They consist of social and professional events, as well as opportunities that will provide a sense of community and support for black postdocs at HMS and its affiliates.
Bayer Co.Lab Site Visit
HBPA Bayer Co.Lab Site Visit – March 20, 2025
HBPA invites you to an exclusive site visit to Bayer Co.Lab in Cambridge, MA! This is a unique opportunity to explore Bayer’s cutting-edge incubator space designed to support biotech innovation and entrepreneurship.
Event Details:
📍 Location: Bayer Co.Lab, 238 Main Street, Cambridge, MA
📅 Date: March 20, 2025
Schedule:
🕒 3:00 PM – Tour of the Co.Lab space: Get an inside look at the facilities, learn about Bayer’s innovation initiatives, and connect with like-minded scientists and entrepreneurs.
🕟 4:30 PM – ScaleUP: Boston on Raising VC Funds: Gain valuable insights from industry leaders on navigating the venture capital landscape, securing funding, and scaling biotech startups.
This event is a must-attend for postdocs and early-career scientists interested in innovation, entrepreneurship, and biotech funding. Registration via our contact form is required for participation.
HBPA 4th Annual Symposium
Join Us for the 4th HBPA Annual Symposium and Networking Mixer!
Kick off the event with the HBPA Annual Symposium Networking Mixer on Thursday evening, December 12, 2024. This exciting evening is your chance to connect with a diverse group of mentors and professionals from academia and industry. Engage in meaningful conversations, build valuable connections, and find inspiration for your career journey. 👉 Register Here
Then, on Friday, December 13, 2024, join us for the main event: the HBPA Annual Symposium. This dynamic gathering brings together postdoctoral scholars, researchers, and professionals from diverse fields. The symposium highlights groundbreaking research, fosters collaboration, and provides a platform for the underrepresented minority (URM) postdoc community to showcase their work, share experiences, and build networks that empower future leaders in academia and beyond. 👉 Register Here
Navigating the Postdoc Path: Strategies for Success Across Career Stages
Join us for an exciting collaborative event in partnership with HMS DICP, featuring a distinguished panel of experts. This enriching discussion will provide valuable insights and strategies to navigate the postdoc journey, offering practical advice for success across various career stages. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable steps for advancing your career! Register Here
HBPA Visit to BluePrint Medicine
The program will include discussion on skill building for industry, one on one mock interviews, lab tours, networking, and lunch. Please register on this link below or using the QR code on the flyer attached.
HBPA Career Fair
HBPA is hosting a Career Fair aimed at connecting HMS postdoctoral scholars from diverse backgrounds with leading organizations in pharmaceutical and biomedical industries.
Gordon Hall Waterhouse Room 106
25 Shattuck St, Boston MA
Entrepreneurship for Scientists: An Introduction to the SBIR/STTR Grants from NIH
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Regmi and his colleague Dr. Tripurani from the NCI SBIR Development Center, will be visiting us on Monday July 8th to deliver a session about the SBIR/STTR grants from the NIH. These are seed grants for early-stage companies. Come along to find out more about these grants! Food will be provided.
Crafting Elevator Speech
Come learn to communicate your work in less than two minute, with the option to practice infront of camera in the Studio Lab
