What do we do?
Many PhD students in STEM fields are passionate about science communication and consider pursuing a career in science education, science writing, medical writing, or medical science liaison. NYCSciComm aims to guide students to navigate career options in science communication, build strong and supportive professional networks among peers, and bring accessible and digestible scientific concepts to the public.
Why join us?
As our member, you will have access to professional development opportunities, educational resources, upcoming educational and networking events at a discount, newly posted blogs, volunteering opportunities with us to build your resume, and announcements about job openings in science communication and beyond.
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Board of Directors
President Miriam Fein
Vice President Shejla Pollozi
Executive Editor Jennifer Cable
IT Officer Xinjun Zhang
Social Media Manager Annalisa Arcella
Advisory Team
Yue Liu
Founder/Past President (Aug. 2016 – Sept. 2017), NYC Science Communication
Associate Director, Merck
Eric Vieira
Founder, Uni Tech Advisor, LLC
Director of Special Research Programs, Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research, City University of New York
Course Director (Manhattan), Fundamentals of the Bioscience Industry Program, Stony Brook University
Ushma Neill
Vice President, Scientific Education & Training, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
Editor at Large, Journal of Clinical Investigation
Yaihara Fortis Santiago
Manager of the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
Support
The New Media Lab in the Graduate Center, CUNY
