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Perspective on ‘Reaching the public’ from VU Biological Sciences Ph.D. Alumnus, Edward van Opstal
May. 31, 2017—Edward van Opstal’s new blog post for the NIH BEST’s PhD/Postdoc blog series has posted! This month he discusses Reaching the Public. Check it out at the link below: Reaching the public – Edward van Opstal, Ph.D. (wordpress.com)
Internship Opportunity: Outreach Intern, Center for Science and Democracy, Cambridge, MA
May. 30, 2017—Outreach Intern 6 Month Paid Internship Center for Science and Democracy Union of Concerned Scientists Cambridge, MA Office http://www.ucsusa.org/about/jobs-ucs#outreachintern Do you think science should be a force for positive change instead of a political football? Are you excited about organizing and training energized young scientists to be better advocates? Here’s an opportunity to use your...
BIOTECH HEDGE FUND FELLOWSHIP, CHAMBERS POINT CAPITAL, NEW YORK, NEW YORK
May. 30, 2017—BIOTECH HEDGE FUND FELLOWSHIP CHAMBERS POINT CAPITAL, NEW YORK, NEW YORK Position Description: Chambers Point Capital, LP is a life-sciences focused hedge fund based in New York. At our core we are committed to supporting healthcare innovation by investing in passionate scientists and ambitious management teams that are on the cusp of breakthroughs in the...
The Boston Consulting Group ADC May 30 Energy Virtual Session
May. 24, 2017— Join us for a Virtual Lecture on Tuesday, May 30 at 6:30 pm ET with a senior ADC BCG Principal who will discuss his transition into consulting and share his experience creating client impact on a recent energy case. Please register for this virtual event by 8 am ET on May 30. This event will not be recorded....
Job Opportunity: BioFrontiers Institute Assistant Director of Interdisciplinary Education, University of Colorado
May. 18, 2017—University of Colorado – BioFrontiers Institute Assistant Director of Interdisciplinary Education Who we are: At the University of Colorado BioFrontiers Institute, researchers from the life and physical sciences, computer science, and engineering work together to uncover new knowledge at the frontiers of science, and to partner with industry to make their discoveries relevant. The Institute...
Biology Education Research Postdoctoral Scholar-Univ of Nebraska
May. 17, 2017—Postdoctoral Scholar University of Nebraska-Lincoln The University of Nebraska-Lincoln School of Natural Resources and Department of Biochemistry are looking for a Postdoctoral Scholar to help us transform life sciences and STEM education by integrating new technologies into the classroom. We are an interdisciplinary group of life sciences educators, researchers, and technology innovators who are...
AAAS Center for Science Diplomacy hosting workshop
May. 16, 2017—Science Diplomacy & Leadership Workshop 2017 Course dates: September 10 – September 16, 2017. Application deadline: May 30, 2017. The AAAS Center for Science Diplomacy is hosting a first-of-its-kind workshop in science diplomacy. The week-long experience incorporates academic lectures, field visits, professional development workshops, networking opportunities, and leadership training. The workshop is designed to benefit participants from a...
Pepsico Journey Through Science day Applications due May 26, 2017
May. 15, 2017—Two weeks left to apply to the Journey through Science Day at The New York Academy of Sciences. Applications will be accepted until Friday, May 26th, 2017. Journey through Science Day – Discover the Opportunities On September 18th, 2017 the Science Alliance at the New York Academy of Sciences and PepsiCo will host a special Journey through Science...
Job Opportunity: Associate Director or Research, Citizens Unites for Research in Epilepsy (CURE); Chicago, IL
May. 12, 2017—Associate Director of Research Citizens United for Research in Epilepsy (CURE) is seeking an Associate Director of Research to join our Research team. The Associate Director of Research will work closely with other Research Team members to develop and implement CURE's research strategy, drive progress toward a cure and maintain CURE's position at the forefront...
Job opportunity: Faculty and Adjunct Positions at Cumberland University, Lebanon TN
May. 11, 2017—Faculty and Adjunct Positions at Cumberland University Assistant Professor, Biology Job Type: 9-month Faculty appointment Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate classes in Biology, academic advising, continuous course and program level assessment, committee work, and other related duties as assigned. Excellent written and oral communication and the willingness and ability to work...
Learn more about the Rita Allen Fellowship for Science Communication
May. 8, 2017—RITA ALLEN FELLOWSHIP FOR SCIENCE COMMUNICATION THE RITA ALLEN FOUNDATION, BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS Position Description: The Rita Allen Foundation and WGBH Boston are pleased to announce the Rita Allen Fellowship for Science Communication. This new program will provide a year's support for one fellow to study the field of science media, experiment with successful media formats...
Biophysical Society’s career webinar:Career Planning & Job Searching for Entrepreneurial-focused Science Professionals, May 25
May. 8, 2017—Career Planning & Job Searching for Entrepreneurial-focused Science Professionals Thursday, May 25, 2017, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time This webinar will address how entrepreneurial-focused scientists can design a plan that will incorporate their career goals with their interests, passions, and skills. Register today to learn about the basics of launching your own company, developing your brand, and...
Multiple Postdoc opportunities with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
May. 8, 2017—The CDC offers multiple Public Health Fellowships, each with their own specific criteria, functions, and varying lengths. The full list can be found at the link below. https://www.cdc.gov/fellowships/full-time/doctoral.html We learned about this opportunity – and more! – in a great article from Steven D Griffith, PhD, posted on linkedIn
AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellowships-Applications open May-November 2017
May. 8, 2017—AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellowships This program provides scientists and engineers the opportunity to serve year long fellowships and to learn firsthand about policy making. There are approximately 300 Fellows placed each year, making this the largest by volume program listed in this article. Fellows are placed in and around DC in various offices based on...
Job Opportunity: The Tennessee Department of Agriculture chemistry lab-Chemist positions; CLOSES TOMORROW 5/9/17!
May. 8, 2017—CHEMIST (2 positions), DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, CONSUMER AND INDUSTRY SERVICES DIVISION, DAVIDSON COUNTY Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in chemistry and experience equivalent to one year of full time professional work as a chemist. Substitution of Education for Experience: Additional graduate coursework in chemistry may be...
Postdoc opportunity: Technology Leadership Development Program; BD Biosciences; various locations
May. 8, 2017—Technology Leadership Development Program (TLDP) Program Overview: The Technology Leadership Development Program consists of three successively more challenging assignments that can span multiple businesses and/or locations within BD, strengthening the skills of these high-potential associates while developing their leadership skills across multiple disciplines. A career path is sculpted for each TLDP candidate based on the individual’s...
Alumni Career Stories: Courtney Bricker-Anthony
May. 8, 2017—The Vanderbilt Basic Sciences newsletter Basically Speaking: News From Basic Sciences, will be featuring career stories from graduate students and postdocs who have benefited from put ASPIRE program. Check out the first post here on Courtney Bricker-Anthony More about this Basically Speaking feature: Vanderbilt is one of only ten institutions nationwide to have received a Broadening Experiences...
American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology is now accepting applications for the summer session of our online course, “The Art of Science Communication”
May. 8, 2017—The ASBMB Public Outreach Committee is proud to offer “The Art of Science Communication”, an online course available for ALL scientists and STEM professionals. The next session starts on JUNE 5. Overview: The goal of the course is to provide participants with fundamental training in science communication, focusing in particular on how to present science to a...
Postdoc opportunities: Novo Nordisk
May. 8, 2017—R&D Regulatory Affairs Graduate Program Looking for a life-changing career within R&D regulatory affairs? Then look no further. The 2-year Regulatory Affairs graduate programme will give you comprehensive knowledge of our regulatory work and the Drug Development Process, enabling you to find the niche where your competencies and interests coincide. This is a great opportunity...
Alumni Career Stories: Kim Riley
May. 8, 2017—Vanderbilt Basic Sciences newsletter Basically Speaking features Kim Riley's career story. Check it out here!