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
International
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
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
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
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.
Enhance Your Research and Career!
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