This popular and highly interactive seminar provides faculty at the assistant professor level with foundational leadership knowledge and skills that will enable them to achieve their career goals, advance, and thrive as a successful leader in academic medicine and science.
The seminar will present a foundation for modeling leadership behavior, and participants will learn critical skills and strategies to assist them as they prepare for academic promotion/advancement and to identify and take advantage of leadership opportunities.
Seminar activities will focus on expanding attendees’ network of colleagues through the facilitation of peer discussions, large- and small-group sessions, and activities to gain additional insights from faculty and peers alike. There is an emphasis on establishing personal leadership skills and practices to serve as a foundation for success as faculty prepare to advance to higher faculty ranks and navigate into leadership positions.
Who Should Attend?
The Early-Career Seminar for Faculty is designed for physicians and scientists with an appointment at an AAMC member school of medicine, with a minimum of two years of experience (as of the date of the seminar) as an Assistant Professor. We recognize every faculty member’s career progresses at a different pace. Thus, generally this seminar is designed for faculty who have held an academic appointment at a school of medicine for 8 years or less.
While this course is designed for Assistant Professors, experienced and aspiring faculty are welcome to participate if the curriculum aligns with their leadership development goals.
Previous attendees have provided feedback regarding the positive impact of full participation in all seminar programming, including plenary and breakout sessions, peer collaboration activities, and evening networking events. These seminars are designed to immerse and engage attendees in an intensive learning experience through interactive table discussions, focused learning and application, and networking opportunities.
Upcoming Seminar
July 7-10, 2026
The Westin Westminster
Westminster, CO
Registration & Fees
The registration fee for the 2026 seminar is $2,300 for the early bird registration and $2,650 for standard registration. Early bird rates will only be available until June 1. This fee covers the cost of the seminar, course materials, some meals, and networking activities. The registration fee does not include the optional CME fee, travel expenses, or hotel accommodations.
Please note that Early Career Faculty Leadership Development Seminar now uses a registration-based enrollment process, making it easier to secure your spot while maintaining the same rigorous learning experience. This update is intended to allow participants to plan and confirm their participation with greater ease.
Program Objectives
Upon completion of the seminar, participants will be able to:
- Demonstrate leadership behaviors that include effective communication, expanding self-awareness, increasing financial acumen, and other leadership topics necessary for skill development and career advancement.
- Gain insights into overcoming challenges and developing strategies for navigating interpersonal dynamics in the workplace.
- Create individualized leadership goals that align with their long-term career vision and short-term goals for academic promotion/advancement.
- Expand their network of colleagues within academic medicine and science.