Becoming a NAML member opens your institution up to a variety of benefits.
Benefits of Belonging to NAML
Networking
Collaborative Information Sharing Connect with peers at national and regional meetings to share insights on laboratory infrastructure, operations, safety, and budget management.
Strategic Decision Support Gain direct access to a diverse, knowledgeable network of colleagues to assist with problem-solving and strategic planning.
Organizational Influence Active members directly shape NAML’s goals and annual priorities by serving on working groups and committees.
Targeted Career Center Advertise vacant positions, research opportunities, and specialized courses directly to member institutions.
Advocacy
Professional D.C. Representation Seasoned government relations professionals advocate on NAML’s behalf before Congress, federal funding agencies, and like-minded science and education organizations.
Monthly Online Public Policy Briefings: Access real-time political and policy insights on research and infrastructure funding via monthly Public Policy Committee Zoom calls open to all members.
Meaningful Legislative Impact Shape national policy by providing Congressional testimony, commenting on legislation, and advising federal officials on coastal, ocean, and Great Lakes research and education issues.
Direct Access to Decision-Makers Engage in-person with federal leaders and partner organizations at annual national meetings in Washington, D.C.
Education
Pedagogical Best Practices The active Education Committee collaborates to assimilate teaching resources and eliminate barriers to exceptional educational experiences at NAML institutions.
Professional Development Webinars Access training resources focused on building strong workforce teams, recruiting and supporting minorities in STEM, and launching virtual field experiences.
Community of Practice Network Join informal, virtual Zoom spaces for open peer discussion on evolving educational topics.
Regional Organizations
Targeted Regional Focus Participate in one of three dedicated geographic chapters: NEAMGLL (Northeastern), SAML (Southern), or WAML (Western).
Biennial Laboratory Site Visits Meet onsite at different labs every two years to gain practical insights into facility design, resource use, housing, and seawater systems.
Student Support Funding Benefit from regional programs explicitly designed to fund and support the research activities of students at member institutions.
Become a NAML Member
Join any one of our regional organizations based on your labs location and gain access to educational resources, student support programs, and job or research opportunity boards.
