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Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Training Program in Molecular Therapeutics for Pediatric Cardiology
Feb. 2, 2026—CHOP is recruiting postdocs for our NHLBI-Funded Research Training Program in Molecular Therapeutics for Pediatric Cardiology. This outstanding postdoctoral program, now in its 27th year, is a collaborative effort, based in the Cardiac Center at CHOP, that involves mentored research training from leading scientists at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and the University of Pennsylvania School of...
2026 Tax Workshop: How to Complete your Grad Student or Postdoc Tax Return
Feb. 2, 2026—The Graduate School and Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, with support from the Office of Biomedical Research Education and Training, have partnered with Dr. Emily Roberts of Personal Finance for PhDs to offer three tax return preparation workshops for tax year 2025. The workshop, How to Complete Your Grad Student or Postdoc Tax Return (and Understand...
Postdoc Peek at Rutgers Health
Jan. 28, 2026—Rutgers Health and Rutgers Brain Health Institute (BHI) invite senior graduate students and early postdoc fellows to apply for Postdoc Peek, a two-day, all-expenses-paid, on-campus visit on May 19–20, 2026. Participants will explore postdoctoral training and research opportunities in a wide variety of disciplines at Rutgers, connect with faculty, and learn about life and research across Rutgers campuses. Learn...
Transition to Industry webinar via Torrey Pines Training Consortium
Jan. 26, 2026—Transition to Industry: February 25-26, 2026 The Torrey Pines Training Consortium has developed this course for early career scientists who are considering transitioning to a career in industry. Instructors and panelists with extensive industry experience will share their insights and provide guidance to help clarify the pathway to establishing a successful career in industry from...
2026 Virtual Career Expo
Jan. 23, 2026—Are you looking for an internship, postdoc, fellowship or full-time role? As a trainee at Vanderbilt, you are invited to attend the GCC Virtual Career Expo (VCE). This free virtual job fair brings together employers from the fields of STEM, Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences seeking advanced degree talent (Masters, PhDs, Postdocs and Alumni). ...
Job Opportunity: Data Analyst, BioCentury, remote
Jan. 23, 2026—Location: Remote (U.S.-based) Team: Data & Analytics Position Type: Full-Time We do not sponsor or take over sponsorship of any immigration visa or permanent residency. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer and not need sponsorship by BioCentury for employment at any time. BioCentury is seeking a Data Analyst to...
VU Writing Studio: Spring Break Dissertation Writers’ Retreat
Jan. 22, 2026—The Writing Studio’s annual Dissertation Writers’ Retreat series provides dissertating graduate students with time to work individually in a quiet, collegial atmosphere. During retreats, we couple ample writing time with optional, one-on-one consultations and daily workshops meant to focus writers on their argumentation, chapter structure, and daily writing goals. We hold an annual week-long retreat...
CTTC Lunch & Learn: From Idea to IP
Jan. 22, 2026—Tuesday, January 27 • 12-1pm at Vanderbilt University Alumni Hall Memorial Room Join us to learn the fundamentals of intellectual property that all researchers should understand as they push the boundaries of science in their labs. Intellectual property can be complex and multi-dimensional, with many important details to navigate. At the upcoming CTTC Lunch and...
Gulf Research Program’s Science Policy Fellowship
Jan. 22, 2026—The Gulf Research Program’s Science Policy Fellowship helps scientists gain first-hand experience applying science to policy as they spend one year on the staff of federal, state, local, or non-governmental agencies in the Gulf region. With the guidance of a mentor, fellows delve into activities like policy development, evaluation, restoration planning, grants management, and stakeholder...
VICB welcomes P&G
Jan. 15, 2026—Amber Teufel, Ph.D., MBA (Director of Life Sciences Global Baby, Feminine, and Family Care) and Sydnee McKee, Ph.D. (Synthetic Organic Chemist) from Procter & Gamble will visit on Wednesday, February 4 to present in the VICB seminar series. Procter & Gamble has a strong industrial presence in chemical biology. Their visit to Vanderbilt represents a valuable...
CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellowship
Jan. 13, 2026—Applications for the CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellowship are now open! As CCST Fellows, PhD scientists, engineers, and social scientists spend one year in Sacramento, California, working as staff in the State Assembly, State Senate, a State Agency, or Offices of the Governor. Fellows get a front-row seat learning about the craft and process...
Research, Operations, Management, & Strategy (ROMS) Fellowship
Jan. 9, 2026—The UMMS Research, Operations, Management, & Strategy (ROMS) Fellowship is now accepting applications through Monday February 16, 2026. The ROMS Fellowship is a 2-year paid full-time position, providing a unique and valuable experience for biomedical Ph.D. graduates and postdoctoral trainees, as they transition from the research bench to rewarding careers in research operations and administration. APPLY: https://umms.infoready4.com/#freeformCompetitionDetail/2001755 DEADLINE: February 16,...
Podcast alert: PostPhD Directions
Dec. 23, 2025—Check out the PostPhDirections podcast series, which features interviews with PhDs in a variety of non-academic positions. The anecdotes of PhD labor market insertion presented in the interviews are useful for PhD career explorers.
Summer 2026 Calico Internship Program
Dec. 17, 2025—At Calico we’re tackling aging, one of life’s greatest mysteries. Our company’s mission is to increase our understanding of the biology that controls human aging to devise interventions that enable people to lead longer and healthier lives. Calico’s highly innovative technology labs, its commitment to curiosity-driven discovery science, and, with academic and industry partners, its...
PhD Career Stories: Strategy & Operations
Dec. 15, 2025—Please join us in welcoming alumna Dr. Seema Sinha, PhD, Director of Diagnostics Strategy at LabCorp. Dr. Sinha is based in Seattle and will share her interesting path and role. Wednesday, January 14 • 3:00pm • Virtual Dr. Seema Sinha, PhD, is currently the Director of Diagnostic Strategy at Labcorp where she has held this...
University of Michigan Postdoc Preview
Dec. 15, 2025—Applications will be opening on January 2 for the University of Michigan Medical School in-person Postdoc Preview recruiting event happening on May 7-8, 2026! The Spring event awards up to 20 applicants the opportunity to explore the extensive postdoctoral research and training opportunities available at U-M. During a fully-funded two-day visit, candidates will interview with...
MassBio’s Spring 2026 Accelerator Cohort Apps open
Dec. 14, 2025—The application for MassBio’s Drive’s Spring 2026 accelerator cohorts is now open until January 16, 2026, at 12:00 PM (noon) ET. For this upcoming cycle, the programs will focus on: Biotech, powered by MassBio: Scientific founders or emerging startups with a therapeutic pipeline or platform with an asset. Biomarkers & Diagnostics, powered by SCbio: Scientific...
Save the Date: Dan Beaudry
Dec. 14, 2025—Power Ties Author and Alum Dan Beaudry to Speak at VU ISSS will host a career session on Feb. 4 at 2:30pm with Dan Beaudry, VU alum and author of Power Ties: The International Student’s Guide to Finding a Job in the U.S. Dan will introduce key job search strategies and guidance on navigating the...
SciLine No-Cost Media Trainings
Dec. 14, 2025—SciLine no-cost media trainings This month, SciLine is pleased to offer two media trainings for scientists looking to learn the basics about working with the media and to improve their interview skills. Understanding the media: A starter guide for scientists TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2 P.M. ET (1pm Central) This free, virtual, one-hour course—designed specifically for...
ExxonMobil Biomedical Sciences Seeking Toxicology Intern, Summer 2026
Dec. 10, 2025—ExxonMobil Biomedical Sciences, Inc. (EMBSI) is seeking a toxicology intern during summer 2026. EMBSI’s internship program gives graduate students the opportunity to gain real work experience in industrial toxicology while enhancing their technical and critical thinking abilities. Interns will work on their own project(s) under the guidance of EMBSI toxicologists in areas related to hazard...