2026 Trailblazers Postdoctoral Symposium - UT Austin

Greetings, 

We are excited to announce that the 2026 Trailblazers Postdoctoral Symposium will be held at The University of Texas at Austin on June 1, 2026.  The event is dedicated to showcasing and celebrating the exceptional research contributions of postdoctoral scholars in all areas of molecular biosciences from across the country.

The symposium provides selected speakers an unparalleled opportunity to gain exposure and recognition within the broader academic and professional community. The symposium also offers an exciting opportunity for networking and collaboration, allowing selected speakers to interact with peers in their fields and establish connections that can shape their future career trajectories. 

Selected speaker will have expenses covered for travel, lodging, and meals associated with the symposium.  We will also assist with arrangements, including flights through our contracted travel agency.  

As outlined below, application is easy, and application materials must be received by January 25, 2026.

Who should apply: We are seeking applications for postdoctoral scholars in any sphere of molecular biology and related fields who have demonstrated exceptional research capabilities, innovation, and potential.  We welcome applicants who are planning to apply for tenure-track faculty positions in the Fall of 2027 or later.  The sole purpose of the event is to showcase emerging leaders in the field, so applicants have no obligation to seek employment at UT Austin.

How to Apply: Only three documents are required.  

• CV (required)
• Statement of Future Research Plans (required, one-page limit)
• Why you? (A 300-word statement about how you would bring value to the symposium.)
• Combine all documents into a single PDF and follow this application link to apply. 

Event Details:

• Date: Monday, June 1, 2026
• Location: The University of Texas at Austin, NHB 1.720 and the Texas Science & Natural History Museum
• Symposium Title: Trailblazers Postdoctoral Symposium

We are grateful for your help in identifying talent for this fantastic program.

Sincerely,

John Wallingford