During the week of September 16-20, Salk celebrated National Postdoc Appreciation Week by thanking both pre- and postdoctoral trainees, who collectively make up approximately one-third of the Institute.
To celebrate the week, Salk’s Pre- & Postdoctoral Office, led by B. Bea Rajsombath, planned a variety of activities for Salk trainees, including an ice cream social, alumni panel, a night out at Petco Park for a Padres baseball game, networking opportunities, yoga, and more.
Rajsombath and her team support trainees throughout the year, serving as an invaluable resource that enhances the training experience at Salk.
“Graduate students and postdoctoral trainees are the backbone of Salk’s research labs,” says Salk Chief Science Officer Jan Karlseder. “These talented researchers design and conduct critical hands-on experiments, collect and analyze data, and drive new research directions. They co-author papers and grant applications and mentor other students and lab members. In short, their knowledge, ideas, and skills are essential for advancing science. Moreover, their fresh perspectives and enthusiasm often lead to innovative approaches and groundbreaking discoveries.
“On behalf of Salk’s leadership and faculty, we thank our grad students and postdocs—we appreciate your dedication, insights, and creativity.”