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Science Outreach Specialist, Universities Space Research Association, Moffett Field, CA
Oct. 6, 2017—USRA is hiring a Science Outreach Specialist to implement science outreach activities designed to increase and enhance the scientific engagement and output of the Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA). This includes developing workshops, presentations, events, newsletters and web-based materials that are uniquely suited to the needs of the astronomical science community. This position is based...
Life Science TN 2017 Annual Conference- November 9, 2017, Registration now open!
Oct. 6, 2017— WHEN Thursday, November 9 WHERE Hutton Hotel – Nashville, Tenn. WHAT IS LST|CON? Life Science Tennessee’s one-day, power-networking, and educational event, LST|CON, featuring industry experts and innovators. You’ll network with other members, advocates and life science leaders to discuss the latest ideas, innovations and policies pertaining to our industry.ALL IN ONE DAY. It’s a fast-track, streamlined platform for...
The next Women in the Academy Workshop will be Thursday October 19th!
Oct. 5, 2017— “Getting to the Ph.D.: What I Know Now That I Wish I’d Known Then” Brittany Allison, SyNERGI Postdoctoral Fellow, The Graduate School Amanda Clayton, Assistant Professor of Political Science Jessie Hock, Assistant Professor of English Thursday, October 19 12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m. Buttrick 123 Lunch provided
Job Opportunity: Assistant Director, Center for Biomedical Career Development (cBCD) at University of Massachusetts Medical School
Oct. 5, 2017—Assistant Director, Center for Biomedical Career Development (cBCD) at University of Massachusetts Medical School Housed in the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences (GSBS), the cBCD supports the career and professional development of our ~700 PhD and postdoctoral biomedical trainees at UMass Medical School. In addition to offering opt-in resources and services in the areas of career...
Job Opportunity: Director, Research and Faculty Development Team, University of Idaho
Oct. 4, 2017—The Director of the Research and Faculty Development Team (RFDT) in the Office of Research & Economic Development (ORED) is responsible for the University of Idaho (UI) proposal, research and faculty development efforts and for the coordination of a team approach to support the UI’s goal to be classified as an R1 research institution by...
BOLD Fellows Program Now Accepting Applications for 2018
Oct. 4, 2017—The BOLD Fellows program helps graduate students from all disciplines design and develop online learning experiences, from building online learning modules to fostering online spaces for their students to interact. Each Fellow works with a faculty member who has identified a teaching “problem” in a particular course, working to develop a potential solution, integrate it...
Alumni Career Stories: Kim Petrie
Oct. 3, 2017—The October issue of the Vanderbilt Basic Sciences Newsletter, Basically Speaking, features BRET Office of Career Development's very own Kim Petrie, PhD and her career story. Check out her story here!
Job Opportunity: Research & Program Officer, Stanford University School of Medicine
Oct. 2, 2017—Research & Program Officer – 76502 Description Stanford University School of Medicine, located in the heart of Silicon Valley, was founded in 1858 with a mission to be the premier research-intensive medical school that improves health through leadership, diversity, and a collaborative approach to discovery and innovation in patient care, education, and research. The Office of Faculty Development & Diversity fosters excellence across Stanford Medicine through an inclusive faculty community that reflects the global nature of medicine and science...
Insight Data Fellows Programs for Jan 2018 Open Now
Sep. 30, 2017—Insight Data Fellows Programs is now accepting applications for the January 2018 fellowships in Data Science, Health Data Science, Data Engineering, and Artificial Intelligence. 900+ Insight alumni are now data scientists and data engineers at Facebook, LinkedIn, The New York Times, Apple, Airbnb, Netflix, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Github, Slack, Seven Bridges Genomics, Twitter, Bloomberg,...
Apply now for Nov 6 workshop on STEM Policy & Advocacy featuring AAAS and Toby Smith of the AAU
Sep. 29, 2017—STEM Policy & Advocacy: Making Your Voice Heard Monday, November 6, 2017 10:45-5:30 PM Vanderbilt University Keynote address by Tobin (Toby Smith), Vice President for Policy at the Association of American Universities "Engaging Policymakers" workshop facilitated by the American Advancement for the Association of Science (AAAS) “Engaging the Public with Social Media” seminar facilitated by AAAS Sponsored...
ASPIRE Internship: Adventure Science Center TWISTER Intern
Sep. 29, 2017—Adventure Science Center 800 Fort Negley Blvd. Nashville, TN 37203 TWISTER Internship 2017 The Adventure Science Center (ASC) is an independent, not-for-profit educational institution that ignites curiosity and inspires the lifelong discovery of science. TWISTER (Tennessee Women in Science, Technology, Engineering & Research) is a daylong professional conference for high school girls, presented by women...
ASPIRE Internship: Insight Genetics, Inc.
Sep. 29, 2017—ASPIRE Internship Opportunity: Insight Genetics, Inc. Genomics Department 2 International Plaza Dr. Suite 280 Nashville, TN 37207 Insight Genetics (http://www.insightgenetics.com/) is dedicated to improving the lives of cancer patients through the design, development, and deployment of molecular diagnostic assays. Insight Genetics is seeking candidates for an internship in the Quality & Regulatory Affairs Department....
The Open Notebook/Burroughs Wellcome Fund fellowship for early-career science writers now accepting applications
Sep. 28, 2017—Applications now being accepted for the next two rounds of The Open Notebook/Burroughs Wellcome Fund fellowship for early-career science writers. The next TON/BWF fellowship period will begin on January 2, 2018 and end on August 31, 2018. The subsequent fellowship period will begin on July 1, 2018 and end on February 28, 2019. Applicants may express interest for one or both...
Vanderbilt Programs for Talented Youth is now accepting course proposals for its Summer 2018 student programs
Sep. 28, 2017—Vanderbilt Programs for Talented Youth is now accepting course proposals for its Summer 2018 student programs. PTY programs provide high-ability students opportunities to take unique classes developed and taught by Vanderbilt faculty and/or graduate students. Proposals from all disciplines are encouraged. Course proposals should include: Curriculum vitae (for new instructors only) Course title(s) and a brief course description of...
Upcoming campus information sessions to learn more about the Vanderbilt MPH Program
Sep. 27, 2017—The Vanderbilt Master of Public Health (MPH) Program is a two-year interdisciplinary program offered through the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health. Since 1996, the program has been training future research scientists and public health professionals to be leaders and innovators dedicated to improving public health...
Job Opportunity: Risk Assessment Specialist – Chemicals, The Leyden Group
Sep. 25, 2017—The person sought for this position will work in a group of expert regulatory and product safety professionals within a Department of Regulatory Affairs and Product Stewardship. Our client company is a large and diverse, specialty chemical company located in the Southern U.S. With the emergence of regulations requiring exposure and risk characterization, the company...
Job Opportunity: Neuroscience Imaging Analyst, VUMC, Nashville, TN
Sep. 25, 2017—The Vanderbilt Memory & Alzheimer's Center is accepting applications for a Neuroscience Imaging Analyst for immediate hire. The analyst will work with research faculty, imaging scientists, and the Center Director to develop and implement protocols for processing neuroimaging research data. The analyst will also facilitate grant and manuscript preparation and supervise trainees for a large...
October schedule for The Psychology of Peak Performance: A workshop series for all Graduate & Professional Students and Postdoctoral Scholars
Sep. 25, 2017—The Psychology of Peak Performance A workshop series for all Graduate & Professional Students and Postdoctoral Scholars Offered by the Psychological and Counseling Center, in conjunction with the Graduate School. Facilitator: David Sacks, PhD, HSP Time/Day: Wednesdays Noon-1:00 P.M. Location: Alumni Hall Room 010, Conference Room October Schedule: 10/4 Effective Goal Setting 10/11 No Session...
Job Opportunity: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor as a Biochemist / Cell or Molecular Biologist, Williams College, Williamstown, MA
Sep. 25, 2017—The Biology Department at Williams College, a premier liberal arts college with a long-standing tradition of excellence in the sciences, invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, to begin July 2018. We are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the intellectual vibrancy and diversity of the academic community...
Job Opportunity: Student Development Specialist, University of Texas at Arlington
Sep. 20, 2017—The Office of Graduate Studies at the University of Texas at Arlington is hiring a Student Development Specialist. This position will be involved with developing, presenting, and maintaining a systematic program to support graduate student success. This position will assist the Director with day-to-day management of programming and other duties necessary to deliver, evaluate, and...