Consultation Program

Unlock Expertise. Advance Your Career. Enrich Your Research.

Connect with experts and find mentors in your area of behavioral medicine with SBM’s member consultation program. Through this program, SBM members receive direct, personalized guidance from accomplished researchers and practitioners. Whether you’re new to the field and seeking career advice or an established academic looking to discuss your research, SBM mentors can help. This service is an exclusive perk of SBM membership!

Interested in Becoming a Consultant?

If you're interested in sharing your expertise with the SBM community, we welcome new consultants across all types and topics. Reach out to Andrew Schmidt at aschmidt@sbm.org to join our network of experts.

The Consultation Program Offers

Tailored Expertise: Access a broad spectrum of specialists for advice that’s precisely relevant to your unique challenges.
Career Advancement: Leverage the insights and experiences of seasoned professionals to navigate critical career decisions.
Community Support: Benefit from the collective wisdom of the SBM community, fostering a culture of mutual growth and support.

How the Program Works

Select Your Consultation Type: Choose from Academic, Industry, or Later Stage and Continuing Career Development to align with your current focus.
Explore Topics: Each type offers a curated list of topics, reflecting the latest trends and challenges in the field.
Connect with Specialists: For each topic, SBM has gathered individuals with specialized expertise, ready to share their insights and advice.

Consultation Types & Topics

Academic

Dive into academic excellence with topics ranging from foundational grant writing to innovative research methodologies:

Grant Writing (NIH Specific)
Grant Writing (non-NIH sources)
Teaching
Digital Health/Technology
Methods and Measurement
Dissemination and Implementation Science
Clinical Care
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Community/Participatory Research
General Career Consultation

And explore a series of "International Focus" topics specifically designed to address training gaps identified by our international student and early-career members:

How to Select a Funding Agency and Mechanism for Your First Grant
How to Respond to Peer Review Comments for Papers
How to Deliver an Oral Presentation in the Conference Setting
How to Give a Job Talk
Transitioning to Faculty
Balancing Academia and Caregiver Responsibilities

Industry

Bridge the gap between academia and industry with targeted advice on:

General Career Advice
Job Prep Advice
Transforming CV to Resume
Accessing Industry Jobs
Industry Consultancy
Start-Up Culture
Corporate Culture
Industry Grant Writing
Publishing Within Industry
Industry Transitions
Academic/Industry Partnerships

Later Stage and Continuing Career Development

Navigate the complexities of later career stages with topics such as:

Transitioning into/out of Academic Administration
Late Career Changes
Retirement Planning
Board Service
Coping with Aging and Generational Shifts
Implementation Research
Community-Engaged Research
Interdisciplinary Applications

How to Get the Most from Your Consultation

To ensure a productive consultation experience, please adhere to the following:

Make an Informed Inquiry: Conduct preliminary research in your area of interest to frame a well-informed question.
Choose Wisely: Select a consultant whose expertise closely matches your needs.
Be Specific: Provide clear and concise information to facilitate informed advice.
Brief Interactions: Expect succinct yet insightful responses tailored to your query.

Remember: Indicate “SBM Consultation Request” in your email subject line.

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