For Early Career Scholars

The bulk of ESIN’s membership is comprised of Early Career Scholars, individuals who are actively engaged in research or scholarship related to social inequalities and health disparities among minority populations.  There are no disciplinary restrictions associated with becoming an Early Career Scholar; current members come from a variety of fields including education, psychology, social work, law, and public health.  

Eligibility

To be accepted as an ESIN Early Career Scholar, you must hold one of the following positions: 

• Postdoctoral fellow;
• Assistant or Associate professor (non-tenured); or a
• Research associate or early career investigator with an earned doctorate.

In addition, you must be:

• No more than 8 years out of graduate school;
• Actively engaged in a social, behavioral, and natural science programs of research; and
• Have a demonstrated commitment to training other investigators of color.

Expectations

ESIN is a community that depends on each member’s contribution to the overall organization.  As such, the designation of an ESIN Early Career Scholar carries with it some serious expectations.  Early Career Scholars are expected to share what they gain in terms of learning, research or career development with the whole ESIN community.  More specifically, ESIN expects its Early Career Scholars to:

• Share intellectual resources with other ESIN members including databases, journal articles, calls for abstracts and proposals, and findings from the latest research;
• Take an active role in the professional development of other ESIN members by forwarding job announcements, highlighting grant opportunities, posting scientific meeting notices, and providing information about new fellowships or postdoctoral programs;
• Make regular use of the ESIN website by taking part in on-line discussions or answering calls for collaboration;
• Maintain a regular, updated profile on the ESIN website; and
• Donate personal time, expertise, and money in support of ESIN’s activities.

Benefits

ESIN provides a host of benefits for its Early Career Scholars including:

• Opportunities to conduct collaborative research, disseminate research findings to a broader audience, and network with other ESIN members;
• Access to a growing archive of research literature related to ethnic/racial minorities;
• Access to an on-line, searchable database system composed of research scientists, national databases, training programs, and career tools such as sample grant proposals;
• Learn about scientific conferences, methodological seminars, and other professional development activities;
• Access to a number of rigorous research-training programs and opportunities;
• The chance to participate in collaborative, research-based Study Groups; and
• Find a Mentor.

Excellent Scholarship is a Prerequisite for Social Change