OBW MENTORSHIP

The Forth Cohort of our Oregon Bio Women’s Mentorship Program is Underway!

Thank you for your interest in the Oregon Bio Women (OBW) Mentorship Program. The current (fourth) cohort is now underway. Please check back in June 2026 for information on participating in the next session.

Program Mission

The mission of the Oregon Bio Women Mentorship Program is to accelerate the professional development and growth of women across Oregon’s life sciences community.

Whether you’re early in your career or a seasoned professional, this program creates space for meaningful connections, shared learning, and professional growth.

What to Expect

• 9-month structured mentorship experience

• Facilitated mentorship and collaborative sessions to build community

• Monthly resources and learning opportunities

• Real connections, real growth

Past Mentees & Returning Mentors

• Past mentees: This is your opportunity to step into a mentor role

• Returning mentors: We’d love to have you back

Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected bioscience community.

Become an OBW Mentor

Show your active support for women working in Oregon’s life sciences sector by volunteering as a mentor. A modest time commitment can have a lasting impact.

Program Highlights & Expectations

• Meet with your mentee for a minimum of one hour per month for 8–9 months (remote or in person)

• Maintain communication between meetings as needed

• Engage with the OBW support team for guidance

Eligibility Requirements

• People identifying as women

• Employed in bioscience

• Current Oregon Life Sciences member*

• Relevant expertise aligned with mentee needs

Become an OBW Mentee

Why Join as a Mentee?

The OBW Mentorship Program provides mentees with dedicated, independent mentorship tailored to individual professional goals. Mentors support mentees’ educational and career aspirations based on what matters most to them.

Program Highlights & Expectations

• Meet with your mentor for a minimum of one hour per month for six months

• Meetings may be remote or in person

• Maintain regular communication between meetings

• OBW staff support the mentorship experience

Eligibility Requirements

• People identifying as women

• Employed in the life sciences

• Current Oregon Life Sciences member*

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Additional Information

The Oregon Bio Women Mentorship Program focuses on professional development.
Entrepreneurs seeking business-focused mentorship are encouraged to explore the Bio Mentoring Program offered by our partners at OBI.

Contact

For more information, please email obw@oregonlifesciences.org with “OBW Mentorship” in the subject line.