RRM 2025 Pre-Meeting Workshops


Two optional FREE workshops for registered trainees (students and postdocs), limited to 25 enrollees each, will be offered on Friday morning preceding the meeting, from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Limited lodging at Sawmill Creek Resort on Thursday evening may be available based on need.


Workshop registration is closed. Thank you to all who registered!

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RRM 2025 Workshop #1: Navigating Science in Uncertain Times: A Career Trajectories Panel (Huron Room, Lodge 2nd floor)


Schedule:

9:00am Registration Opens

9:15am Welcome & Introductions

9:30am Panel Discussion Part I: Career Journeys & Pivots

10:15am Coffee Break & Networking

10:35am Panel Discussion Part II: Adapting to Today's Scientific Landscape + Q&A

11:30am Session wrap up w/ Lunch

11:35am Sponsor Spotlight: Plasmidsaurus (Justin Blethrow)

12:00pm End of Workshops


Panelists: 

Dr. Nathan Howell, Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Case Western Reserve University

Dr. Geneva LaForce, Scientific Editor, iScience, Cell Press

Dr. Justin Blethrow, Product Manager, Plasmidsaurus

Dr. Megan Forrest, Clinical Geneticist, University of Chicago Medicine


Moderated by: Dr. Joseph Luna, Department of Biochemistry, School of Medicine, Case Western Reserve University


Workshop Focus: Learn from others' journeys - An honest conversation with RNA scientists about their career paths, unexpected turns, and strategies for thriving in today's evolving landscape. Gain external perspectives on navigating challenges, adapting to change, and building sustainable careers through shared experiences and wisdom from those who've walked different paths.


Target audience: Graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and research scientists seeking authentic perspectives on a building sustainable scientific career.


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RRM 2025 Workshop #2: Discovering Your Career Path in RNA Science and Beyond: A Self-Assessment & Development Workshop (Erie Room, Lodge 2nd Floor)


Schedule:

9:00am Registration Opens

9:15am Introduction: Career Planning & Finding Satisfaction in Science

9:30am Values Assessment Activity

10:15am Coffee Break

10:35am Interest Inventory & Skills Assessment

11:30am Session wrap up w/ Lunch

11:35am Sponsor Spotlight: Plasmidsaurus (Justin Blethrow) - Combined session with Workshop #1

12:00pm End of Workshops


Presented by: Dr. Tessianna Misko, Director of Career and Professional Development, Graduate Education Office, School of Medicine, Case Western Reserve University


Workshop Focus: Discover your own path - A hands-on session using evidence-based self-assessment tools to identify your unique strengths, values, and professional goals. Through structured activities and guided reflection, in this workshop you will develop your personal framework for making career decisions that align with your values and goals.


Target audience: Those seeking personal clarity and self-knowledge to guide their individual career development journey in RNA research and related fields.