Chair
Elissa Kim, MA, Co-Chair
Riley O'Neill, MA, Co-Chair
The Emerging Leaders (EL) SIG is a vibrant community of trainees across biopsychosocial science and medicine. Our membership includes more than 50 SBSM Associate Members—from undergraduate students to postdoctoral scholars and residents—committed to shaping the future of integrated research and clinical practice.
Our Mission
We are dedicated to:
- Supporting trainees as they grow into impactful scholars and leaders in biopsychosocial science and medicine
- Advancing SBSM’s research, clinical, and membership goals
What We Do
EL offers meaningful opportunities for leadership, service, and professional development that enhance the career trajectories of SBSM trainees. Members contribute directly to Society initiatives and help drive innovation and community building within SBSM.
Programs & Initiatives
Our year-round activities and annual meeting programming include:
- Mentor–Mentee Events
- Trainee Social Hours
- Grant Writing Roundtable
- Conference Networking Roundtable
- Scientific & Medical Inclusivity Roundtable
- Trainee Guide to Grant Writing
- Job Market Webinar Series
- Monthly “Trainee Takeovers” on SBSM social media
- Service on the SBSM Program Committee
- Service on the SBSM Membership Committee
- Contributions to I2EyE program development
The Emerging Leaders SIG is a key voice for trainees within SBSM—expanding access to resources, fostering community, and empowering the next generation of leaders in biopsychosocial science and medicine.
Interested in getting involved? Email us at sbsmemergingleaders@gmail.com — we’d love to hear from you!