Early Career Scientist Activities

SITC knows the future of the cancer immunotherapy field relies on the contributions of
early career scientists.

Times and program schedule subject to change.

An annual Student/Scientist-in-Training Membership is available for only $100. 


From access to grants, fellowships and professional development opportunities, to invitations to present at high-profile meetings, as well as the mentoring and networking opportunities at our Annual Meeting listed below, a SITC membership is an invaluable resource for any young investigator. 

Early Career Scientist Meet-the-Expert Lunch

Organized by members of SITC’s Early Career Scientist Committee.

Thursday, Nov. 5 from 12–1:30 p.m. MT

The Early Career Scientist Meet-the-Expert Lunch will focus on unique issues related to early career scientist career development and will provide attendees the opportunity to interact with experts in key areas of immunotherapy. The Meet-the-Expert Lunch will address different relevant topics in a setting that fosters attendee/expert interactions and provides networking opportunities with leaders in the field. Experts will answer questions and lead informal dialogue to help provide guidance and career advancement advice. Lunch will be provided to all participants. 

Grant Writing Workshop

Organized by members of SITC’s Early Career Scientist Committee.

Thursday, Nov. 5 from 2:30–5:05 p.m. MT

This program will feature two sessions. The Grant Writing Essentials session opens with an overview of NIH grants, followed by grant writing strategies, effective grant proposal writing, K and F awards, establishing and retaining funding with industry partners, assembling a successful young investigator and career development award application for foundations, using AI for grant writing and it concludes with a patient advocate panel. The Breakout session (in-person only) will consist of breakout question and answer sessions on various types of grants. In-person attendees will be able to select the table they would like to sit at for discussion. 

Early Career Scientist Speed Mentoring

Organized by members of SITC’s Early Career Scientist Committee.

Thursday, Nov. 5 from 7–8 p.m. MT

The ECS Speed Mentoring Event will provide early career scientists the opportunity to receive mentorship from an expert in the field of cancer immunotherapy in a one-on-one setting. Hosted by SITC's Early Career Scientist Committee, mentees will be matched with an expert mentor allowing time for a discussion with an expert mentor. Also, during this event we will provide an opportunity for networking in an adjoining area. Mentees are required to indicate interest to attend this event when registering for SITC's annual meeting. Mentees are selected on a first come first serve basis and will be contacted for participation. 

Early Career Scientist Networking/Sparkathon Alumni Reception

Organized by members of SITC’s Early Career Scientist Committee.

Thursday, Nov. 5 from 8–9:30 p.m. MT

This event, hosted by the Early Career Scientist Committee, will allow all early career scientist attendees to meet colleagues and make early connections that can be fostered throughout the rest of the conference. Join us to learn about the yearly activities of the Early Career Scientist Committee, the society’s year-round commitment to young investigators, and how you can get involved.

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