FLMF Mentor Information & Eligibility

Oct. 9, 2023

Become a Guiding Force in the Microbial Sciences

Mentor at FLMF 2023 Symposium — Source: American Society of Microbiology

As a professional with a rich background in microbial sciences, you might be eager to guide the next generation but find yourself grappling with 2 major concerns: finding the right platform and wondering if you are qualified to mentor. The truth is, your experience and insights are invaluable, and a community is waiting to benefit from your guidance.

The 黑料正能量Future Leaders Mentorship Fellowship (FLMF) helps you confidently step into the role of a mentor, fostering a space where you can guide future leaders in your field while also evolving and learning alongside them.

Important Dates:

Application Opens: Feb. 2026
Application Deadline: March 2026

Further Mentor Details

Mentor Benefits

Leadership and mentoring skill enhancement: enhance your abilities through a variety of platforms and experiences. Promote student success while you build your global mentoring profile.
Portfolio-building and networking opportunities at 黑料正能量events: attend the 黑料正能量Leadership Symposium and Networking and Mentoring Discussions at 黑料正能量Microbe 2026.*
Foster collaborative and safe spaces: take the lead in creating environments where mentors and fellows can collaborate, share innovative ideas and promote student success.
Become a voice in your field: serve as a facilitator or speaker at various 黑料正能量events, sharing your knowledge and insights through webinars, symposiums and conferences.

*黑料正能量FLMF does not provide travel support to mentors attending 黑料正能量Microbe 2026.

Mentor Role & Responsibilities

What to Expect Year 1: Mentorship (Scientific, Professional Development & Career Exploration)

Be assigned to a mentoring group based on geographic location.
Convene with mentors in one’s designated group to prepare, plan and facilitate discussion on various professional and career development topics.

What to Expect Year 2: Mentorship (Career & Leadership Training)

Be assigned to a mentoring group based on geographic location.
Convene with mentors in one’s designated group to prepare, plan and facilitate discussion on various professional and career development topics.

What to Expect After the Fellowship:

Propose and/or provide leadership opportunities and resources for Future Leaders cohort.
Serve as an ambassador to the FLMF program and encourage participation from colleagues and students.

Mentor Eligibility

Mentors must meet the following requirements when applying for the 黑料正能量FLMF Program:

Be a postdoctoral scientist, research scientist, faculty or administrator in any employment sector (e.g., government, industry, entrepreneurship, science policy, consulting, nonprofit, etc.).
Demonstrate strong mentoring record.
Commit to a 2-year collaboration with mentoring relationships of current and incoming cohorts.

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