Public Health Laboratory Ambassadors help build the laboratory workforce by promoting public health laboratory careers to students. We are seeking people passionate about the future of public health laboratory science to serve as ambassadors.
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Public Health Laboratory Ambassadors develop the laboratory workforce by promoting public health laboratory careers to students. Opportunities for outreach events include classroom presentations, guest lectures, STEM events, career fairs, local conferences and more! This initiative was developed by Cohort 16 of the Emerging Leader Program.
For those looking to become an ambassador, find eligibility and other information relating to the application below.
Institutions or individuals hoping to connect with current ambassadors can use the Ambassador Roster to identify ambassadors nearby.
APHL is seeking people passionate about the future of public health laboratory science to serve as ambassadors.
To become a Public Health Laboratory Ambassador, you must meet the following requirements:
"The Public Health Laboratory Ambassadors program has been incredibly helpful in our recruitment and outreach activities. The support and resources that are provided through the program are fundamental for any public health laboratory seeking to enhance and expand their outreach efforts."
Ambassadors can make an impact in the public health laboratory workforce by fostering relationships with local academic programs. It is common experience that some individuals are not aware of the existing STEM career opportunities in public health laboratories. As a Public Health Laboratory Ambassador, you will be equipped with resources to share your career experience with others while promoting career pathways in public health laboratory science.
Open to those with a background in public health laboratory science or experience in supporting the public health laboratory field including (but not limited to): scientists, laboratory assistants, operations (e.g., administrative roles, marketing, finance, IT), and many more! There are no specific job title, certification or degree requirements to join.
We are aware of the immersive nature of the work taking place across public health laboratories. For this reason, we have a minimum request of at least one documented and approved event (virtual or in person) per academic calendar year, preferably during the Fall or Spring term.
By participating in the Public Health Laboratory Ambassador program, you will have opportunities to increase your skills in outreach and recruitment, public speaking, networking with APHL and academic partners, and promoting career pathways in public health laboratory science.
If you need further assistance, contact the Public Health Laboratory Ambassador program.
Contact Us!Generating connections and content can be overwhelming. The Public Health Laboratory Ambassadors program maintains a toolkit to make outreach easier.
To gain access to these resources, please complete the interest form.
