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2014 Career Handbook from Science Careers and AAAS
May. 5, 2014—The “2014 Career Handbook, Advice and Opportunities for Scientists” through ScienceCareers and AAAS is now available for viewing and reading online. http://sciencecareers.sciencemag.org/sites/default/files/CareerHandbook_… The goal of the booklet is to bring you useful, relevant information to help you navigate the job search process and manage your development in a way that leads you to a truly...
Job Posting: Communications Manager, Research!America
May. 1, 2014—Communications Manager, Research!America This full-time, exempt position reports to the Vice President of Communications and manages specific day-to-day communications functions, working with staff across the alliance to develop and execute a range of activities intended to raise awareness of medical and health research issues and Research!America’s mission. The ideal candidate has a blend of internal...
Job Posting: Manager, Viral Hepatitis/Policy & Legislative Affairs
May. 1, 2014—Manager, Viral Hepatitis/Policy & Legislative Affairs Salary Range: $55,000 – $75,000 commensurate with experience Location: Washington, D.C. Reports to: Associate Director, Viral Hepatitis and Director, Policy & Health Equity Purpose and Description: The Manager, Viral Hepatitis/Policy and Legislative Affairs (PLA) manages the day-to-day organizational viral hepatitis policy and program activities and projects and HIV prevention policy. The Manager...
Job Posting: Director, Women in Medicine, Association of American Medical Colleges
May. 1, 2014—Director – Women in Medicine and Science Location: N Street – Washington D.C. Job Code: 422 # of Openings: 1 Job Family: Program Management Description The Association of American Medical Colleges is seeking a Director – Women in Medicine and Science Responsibilities: · Support the Group on Women in Medicine and Science (GWIMS) as...
Job Posting: Government Affairs & Advocacy Specialist, the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network
May. 1, 2014—The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is a nationwide network of people dedicated to working together to advance research, support patients and create hope for those affected by pancreatic cancer. As a national not-for-profit organization for the pancreatic cancer community, we are looking for a bright, ambitious and team-oriented individual who is comfortable in a growth-oriented...
Phoebe S. Leboy Public Policy Fellowship
May. 1, 2014—The Phoebe S. Leboy Public Policy Fellowship was launched in the spring of 2010 in conjunction with the organization’s 40th Anniversary. One Fellow is selected bi-annually to work in Washington, D.C., as a full-time team member of the AWIS National Office and presents an exceptional opportunity for hands-on advocacy experience. AWIS is the largest multi-disciplinary...
Job Posting: Associate Professor, UT MD Anderson Cancer Center, Department of Critical Care
May. 1, 2014—Employer: UT MD Anderson Cancer Center – Department of Critical Care Posted: Friday, April 25, 2014 Location: Houston Discipline: Life Sciences, Biochemistry,Molecular Biology, Neuroscience Position Type: Full Time Job Type: Faculty Salary: Up to $115,000 annually A tenure-track Associate Professor position is available to strengthen our efforts in neuroscience research on topics broadly related to cancer survivors such as chronic pain, stress, and...
Job Posting: Lecturer, Biology Education, University of Maine
Apr. 30, 2014—Purpose:The School of Biology and Ecology seeks applicants for a two year fixed-length, fiscal year Lecturer position with an August start date. This position will have responsibilities for 50% biological education research and 50% teaching. Essential Duties & Responsibilities:One of the primary research responsibilities of this position is to contribute to research on faculty professional...
Job Posting: positions with DuPont Pioneer
Apr. 28, 2014—DuPont Pioneer is looking for qualified candidates (Ph.D. and M.S.) in the areas of quantitative genetics, molecular genetics, biostatistics, computational biology, etc. While DuPont Pioneer is a company vested in agriculture (mainly plant sciences), they are one that needs individuals in the areas mentioned above to increase innovation and remain a leader in the agriculture field. Most...
Job Opportunity: Scientific Portfolio Analyst, Lockheed Martin, Bethesda, MD
Apr. 27, 2014—Scientific Portfolio AnalystLockheed Martin, Office of Portfolio Analysis, Bethesda, MD Job Description Keeps the Director of office informed of important changes in Portfolio Analysis methods, techniques, and theory. Serves as a subject matter expert (SME) in the development, advancement, and application of portfolio analysis. Participates in the training program by developing course content, training materials,...
Tennessee Science Standards Development Team Opportunity
Apr. 24, 2014—Tennessee Science Standards Development Team Opportunity The State Board of Education formed a committee to evaluate the current science standards in Tennessee and propose a direction for future standards. This committee concluded the first phase of work and directed the department to propose a set of revised Tennessee standards for science education. If adopted, new...
Job Opportunity: Molecular Technician, Diagnovus
Apr. 24, 2014—Diagnovus is seeking a Molecular Specialist to join our team of scientists to develop and run molecular tests for underserved diseases. The candidate need have the following skills at the minimum Degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or related field plus 2-3 years of relevant experience. Bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years of experience. Experience with DNA...
FDA Commissioners’s Fellowship Program 2014
Apr. 24, 2014—FDA invites outstanding healthcare professionals, scientists, and engineers to apply to its two-year Fellowship Program, where they will receive regulatory science training and the chance to conduct cutting-edge research on targeted scientific, policy, or regulatory issues under the mentorship of an FDA senior scientist. Class of 2014 Application Process Key Dates Application period for the CFP...
Bard College’s Citizen Science Program
Apr. 24, 2014—Bard College’s Citizen Science Program is a science literacy program required of all first year students, regardless of intended major. Held in January, this short, intense academic program introduces our students to scientific thinking by engaging them in problem-based learning computing, laboratory and classroom experiences. We are currently accepting applications from excellent scientists who are interested...
ACS Science Policy Fellowship
Apr. 24, 2014—The ACS Science Policy Fellowship Program places one fellow in the ACS Office of Public Affairs (OPA) for one to two years. The fellow works with experienced OPA staff to provide information to policy-makers on the role of science in public policy, advance specific recommendations on issues affecting the chemical enterprise, and inform and involve...
Job Opportunity: Research Nutritionist, Research Associate, USDA
Apr. 21, 2014—Job title: Research Nutritionist, Research Associate, GS-0630-11Department: Department of AgricultureAgency: Agricultural Research ServiceJob Announcement No: RA-14-012-HPosition Information: Full-Time- Excepted Service Term NTE 2 YearsDuty Location: USDA- ARS, Grand Forks Human Nutrition Research Center, Grand Forks, ND View MapWho May Apply: United States CitizensKey Requirements: A Ph.D. is required Description: The incumbent’s position in diets and cancer...
How do I tell my PI?
Apr. 21, 2014—Grad students and postdocs are often apprehensive about talking to their faculty adviser about their career interests, especially if their interests lie outside the “traditional” career path of becoming a tenure-track professor at a university. But did you know that only ~15% of biomedical sciences PhDs go on to become tenure-track professors? That’s right… 85%...
Job Opportunity: Professor, Biology, Whittier College
Apr. 21, 2014—The Biology Department at Whittier College is accepting applications for two Visiting Professor appointments in Biology starting September 2014. Candidates must have broad training in biology, and will demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate teaching excellence. Whittier College is a residential four-year liberal arts institution that prepares students from diverse backgrounds to excel in a complex...
Vanderbilt Center for Teaching: Certificate in College Teaching
Apr. 17, 2014—The purpose of the Certificate in College Teaching, co-sponsored by the Center for Teaching and the Graduate School, is to assist graduate students and post doctoral fellows who wish to gain a clearer, deeper, more active approach to teaching and learning in higher education. The certificate focuses on the research on how people learn and best...
Vanderbilt Center for Teaching: SoTL Scholars Program
Apr. 17, 2014—The SoTL Scholars Program introduces participants to the principles and practices of the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, an international, multidisciplinary field of disciplinary specialists studying student learning. SoTL is a synthesis of teaching, learning, and research in higher education that aims to bring a scholarly lens—the curiosity, the inquiry, the rigor, the disciplinary variety—to what happens...