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Career Sponsorship

The Career Sponsorship committee empowers women in bioinformatics to grow into leadership roles through focused mentorship, career advocacy, and access to professional networks.

Committee Chairs

Aysheh Alrfooh

Aysheh Alrfooh

Co-chair, Career-Sponsorship Committee

Peili Zhang

Peili Zhang

Co-chair, Career-Sponsorship Committee

Committee Members

Marissa Sumathipala

Marissa Sumathipala

Member, Career-Sponsorship Committee

About

The Career Sponsorship committee is dedicated to empowering women in bioinformatics to advance into leadership positions. We go beyond traditional mentorship by actively advocating for our members’ career growth and connecting them with influential networks.

What We Offer

  • Active Sponsorship: Committee members advocate for participants’ career advancement
  • Leadership Development: Programs and resources focused on building leadership skills
  • Strategic Career Planning: Guidance on navigating career transitions and advancement
  • Network Access: Connections to influential leaders and decision-makers in the field
  • Visibility Opportunities: Platforms to showcase your work and expertise

Sponsorship vs. Mentorship

While mentorship provides advice and guidance, sponsorship involves active advocacy for your career advancement. Our sponsors:

  • Recommend you for opportunities
  • Advocate for your promotions and raises
  • Connect you with key decision-makers
  • Amplify your achievements and expertise

Join the Program

Whether you’re seeking sponsorship or want to sponsor others, we provide structured programs to facilitate meaningful career advancement relationships.