Professional Programs

SACNAS professional programs are designed to support professionals, including postdocs, to strengthen their competencies and reach their career goals. Programs are specifically designed with both professional development and community-building aspects in mind. These well-rounded programs equip and empower professionals to thrive in their careers and continue their STEM journey with tangible skills, a network of support, and an empowered sense of self.

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NSF & SACNAS GRANT WRITING AND PEER REVIEW WORKSHOP

SACNAS has previously received funding from NSF to host a fully funded workshop on Grant Writing and Peer Review for early career scientists. Participants of this workshop will learn to critique NSF grant proposals as well as have the opportunity to develop their own proposal with the guidance of peers and advisors.

2025 Applications Are Anticipated to Open Early Summer

About the Program

The NSF & SACNAS Grant Writing and Peer Workshop is held annually (subject to grant funding).

Accepted applicants participate in 2.5 days of intensive, experiential training of the NSF review process and receive assistance in crafting their own NSF proposal for successful submission.

Participants will use the proposal they submit within their original application as their working product to use throughout the workshop. This proposal will be reviewed by peers individually and within a group to provide constructive feedback to the participant.

The Details

Program Dates & Location: Coming soon.

Eligibility: Applicants should be postdocs or early career professionals who are interested in submitting a grant proposal to either the Biological Sciences (BIO) or STEM Education (EDU) directorates at NSF. Note: Advanced graduate students may be considered.

You can learn more about BIO directorates at NSF HERE. You can learn more about EDU directorates at NSF HERE.

This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No. 1935813. Any opinions, findings and conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation (NSF)

SACNAS Postdoc Community Program (SPCP)

The next generation of talent

Formerly known as the SACNAS Postdoc Cohort Program, SPCP has been reimagined to strengthen our effort to create an inclusive, year-round, welcoming community for postdocs across the country via the platform Discord.

SPCP participants will have an opportunity to network, share resources, and insights, gain a community, AND participate in SACNAS-supported seminars relevant to their current position throughout the year.

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SACNAS Postdoc Community Program (SPCP)

The next generation of talent

Join Your Community Today

About the Program

Benefits:

Building community with the next generation of SACNISTA professionals
Opportunity to engage with fellow postdocs, and share resources & experiences, and have fun!
Information on relevant seminars and trainings
Unique opportunities for participation in other SACNAS events and more!