Becoming a Principal Investigator: Career Timeline and Milestones (Online Event)
Becoming a Principal Investigator: Career Timeline and Milestones
October 29, 2025 | 1:00 PM–2:30 PM ET
The transition from postdoc, student, or fellow to Principal Investigator (PI) is an exciting career milestone that comes with new responsibilities, challenges, and opportunities. However, there can be a wide gap in the skills and knowledge needed to smoothly make this transition and excel as a PI.
This online webinar addresses topics that those transitioning to independence in academia should be aware of as they successfully advance to their next career stage. It is designed for postdocs, early-career faculty, and researchers aspiring to or preparing to lead their own labs or projects. Participants will gain practical insights into the multifaceted role of a PI—balancing scientific vision with leadership, mentorship, and administrative responsibilities.