Webinar: Advancing your science policy career: How to build the skills for the career you want

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Scientists and engineers are in a unique position to influence science policy through their technical expertise. Strong communication skills are essential to bridging the gap between science and society. Join the AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellowships (STPF) program and the Journal of Science Policy and Governance (JSPG) for this web panel showcasing opportunities for early career researchers (ECRs) to get involved in science policy. The session will feature STPF fellows and JSPG board members who share lessons learned from their careers in science policy, including their entry point into science policy, fellowship experiences, and the variety of science policy careers beyond a fellowship. The web panel will also discuss skills that contributed to their success, and highlight JSPG as an avenue for publishing their studies, and for sharpening writing and editing skills in science policy. 

Audience: Early career researchers (ECRs) interested in science policy careers

Objectives: 
Learn how AAAS STPF can help your career from current and former fellows
Obtain information about other ways to engage with the science policy community
Learn how JSPG can enhance your research and writing skills in policy 

Introduction: 
Jessica Soule: Project Director, Recruitment, Marketing & Alumni Engagement, AAAS STPF, 
American Association for the Advancement of Science

Moderator:
Adriana Bankston: Chief Outreach Officer, Journal of Science Policy and Governance @AdrianaBankston 

Panelists:
Lida Beninson: Senior Program Officer for the Division of Policy and Global Affairs at the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM), former AAAS STPF at the National Science Foundation & JSPG Governing Board Member

Iris R. Wagstaff: STEM Program Director in the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Department of AAAS & former AAAS STPF at the National Institute of Justice 

Benjamin Isaacoff: AAAS STPF at U.S. Department of State & former JSPG Editorial Board Member @bpisaacoff

Stephanie Davis: AAAS STPF at National Institute of Aging Office of Small Business Research & JSPG Editorial Board Member @StephMDavisPhD 

Registration deadline: September 9, 2020 at 5 pm EDT
Zoom link to be sent upon registration

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