SLB 2026 Professional Workshop Dinner

Navigating Career Transitions: From Someone Who’s Been There!

Join us for an exciting evening where the MTTC and Professional Development committee is planning a dinner workshop at SLB 2026 designed to help trainees build meaningful connections and explore the full range of career possibilities.

Building meaningful connections across career stages is at the heart of the Mentoring Circles initiative. The MTTC and Professional Development committee aims to create a welcoming space where graduate students and postdocs can come together, share experiences, and learn from one another. This workshop will bring together research associates, junior postdocs, and graduate students to encourage peer mentorship and candid conversation. This will be followed by a talk from a guest faculty member to offer perspective on a focused topic.

The goal of this workshop is to ensure that trainees feel heard, supported, and better equipped to navigate their careers. Conversations will explore practical, often unspoken challenges. Over dinner, learn more about how these programs can support your professional development, meet fellow trainees, and discover how to get involved. Whether you're seeking mentorship, exploring career options, or simply looking to expand your network, this is your opportunity to be part of exciting new initiatives!

Pre-registration required. This event is free to join for registered SLB 2026 conference attendees but you must pre-register using the invitation that will be sent to registered attendees in August. Limited availability and onsite space not guaranteed so be sure to reply when invited in August!