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Alumni Profile: Kayla Boortz Young, PhD, Commercialization Program Manager, Life Science Washington
Sep. 15, 2020—The article was originally published in Results & Discussion, Issue 6, Fall 2017. By Kendra Oliver, PhD, Postdoctoral Fellow Kayla (Boortz) Young, Ph.D., is living the dream in Seattle, Washington. Previously a Commercialization Program Manager at Life Science Washington, she ran a mentoring program for early-stage life science companies (medical devices, pharma, health IT, global...
Alumni Feature: Dr. Laurent Audoly
Sep. 15, 2020—This article was originally published in Results & Discussion, Issue 5, Spring 2017. Dr. Laurent Audoly has seen the world over. Thanks to his degree in Pharmacology from Vanderbilt University, he has been able to balance a career in the pharmaceutical industry along with a career in teaching. Since leaving Nashville, Dr. Audoly has held...
Future Directions: Tech Transfer with Tom Utley, PhD
Sep. 15, 2020—This article was originally published in Results & Discussion, Issue 4, Fall 2016. By Marilyn E. Holt, Graduate Student Thomas Utley, Ph.D., views science from the top of a metaphorical mountain. As a member of the licensing department at the Vanderbilt Center for Technology Transfer and Commercialization, Dr. Utley works directly with inventors to get...
Tennessee Brewer Uses Scientific Principles to Elevate Beer Creation Process
Sep. 15, 2020—This article was originally published in Results & Discussion, Issue 3, Spring 2016. By Andrew Wiese, Graduate Student Cell biologist turned brewmaster, Dr. Laura Burns, left an academia-centered career path three years ago for the opportunity to pursue her passion for fermentation and beer creation. Taking advantage of a unique opportunity, Dr. Burns turned a...
From Neuroscience to Strategic Consultant
Sep. 14, 2020—This article was originally published in Results & Discussion, Issue 2, Fall 2015. From Neuroscience to Strategic Consultant By Courtney Anthony-Bricker, graduate student Anuraag Sarangi is the quintessential alumni success story. After Dr. Sarangi earned his Ph.D. in neuroscience from Vanderbilt University in 2009, he completed a brief stint as a postdoc at the University...
Webinar: Best Practices for Competitive Grant Applications (pay to watch)
Sep. 14, 2020—Columbia University is offering the following webinar. (Cost $79) Best Practices for Competitive Grant Applications: NIH Funding for Research & Career Development Activities Friday, October 23, 2020 • 12:30pm to 5:30pm 4.00 ACCME Credits Webinar Available REGISTER HERE FACULTY Jaime S. Rubin PhD, Professor of Medical Sciences, Columbia University AGENDA Federal Funding Agencies & Funding Mechanisms Best...
VU Advanced Degree Consulting Club sponsor Case Interview webinars
Aug. 31, 2020—The Vanderbilt University Advanced Degree Consulting Club (VUADCC) has organized two upcoming webinars with Peter K., a professional case interview coach, to help prepare graduate students with interviews for management consulting firms. The first webinar will cover “Intro to Consulting Case Interview” and will be held on Tuesday, September 15 at 10-11:30 am CT. The second...
Job Opportunity: Lab Operations Support Manager, The Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL), Woods Hole, Cape Cod, MA
Aug. 21, 2020—LAB OPERATIONS SUPPORT MANAGER The Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL) is dedicated to scientific discovery and improving the human condition through research and education in biology, biomedicine, and environmental science. Founded in Woods Hole, Massachusetts in 1888, the MBL is a private, nonprofit institution and an affiliate of the University of Chicago. Located in the picturesque...
VSPG Chat with Dr. Teddy van Opstal, AAAS Fellow
Aug. 14, 2020—VSPG Chat with Dr. Teddy van Opstal, AAAS Fellow — Thurs., 9/3 at 5pm CT Thursday, September 3, 5pm CT Mark your calendars for Thursday, September 3rd at 5 PM CT/6 PM ET for a VSPG Chat with Dr. Teddy van Opstal. Teddy is a Vanderbilt alumnus who earned his PhD in Biological Sciences in...
The Final Chapter: BEST Book Published
Aug. 10, 2020—This fall, the story of the NIH BEST Consortium was finally complete. All 17 institutions gathered tales of their success, and Vanderbilt served as the main facilitator and author of this compendium. BEST: Implementing Career Development Activities for Biomedical Research Trainees provides an instructional guide for institutions wanting to create, supplement, or improve their career...
Interactive Webinar on BWF Career Awards at the Scientific Interface (CASI)
Jul. 28, 2020—Burroughs Wellcome Fund (BWF) Career Awards at the Scientific Interface (CASI) provide $500,000 over five years to bridge advanced postdoctoral training and the first three years of faculty service. These awards are open to U.S. and Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and temporary residents. Learn more and join us as we welcome Dr. Louis Muglia, MD...
Wednesday Afternoons with ASPIRE
Jun. 30, 2020—Since the ASPIRE Bistro, Job Search Series, and Cafe seminars are on a summer hiatus until August, join us on Wednesday afternoons for an open hour of Q&A. Bring your career exploration questions for an open 60 minutes with at least two members of the ASPIRE Team! Zoom log-in and information is below. Questions? Email...
Need a space during a meeting with the ASPIRE Team?
Jun. 26, 2020—We know that sometimes it is hard to talk confidentially about your career in this unprecedented time of Zoom, especially when you are in the lab surrounded by your colleagues. If you are on campus and need a quiet place to have your Zoom meeting with an ASPIRE team member, let us know and we...
Job Posting: Lecturer, Introductory Biology and Anatomy & Physiology, Belmont University, Nashville, TN
Jun. 7, 2020—Biology Department Lecturer Posting – Introductory Biology and Anatomy & Physiology Belmont University is seeking applicants for the position of Lecturer in the Biology Department of the College of Science and Mathematics. A comprehensive, coeducational university located in Nashville, Tennessee, Belmont is a student-centered Christian university focusing on academic excellence. Nashville is truly our students’ second campus,...
Job Search Series: Informational Interviews
Jun. 4, 2020—Wednesday, June 17 2:00 pm Virtual Kate Stuart, Assistant Director, BRET Office of Career Development ASPIRE Program After the career symposium last month, many of the speakers emphasized the importance of informational interviews. Come learn about one the most powerful, yet underutilized, networking tools available to you. Find out what an informational interview entails, how...
Careers in User Experience Zoom panel
May. 4, 2020—Join the Graduate School as they host: Career Chat: Careers in User Experience Wed., May 6, 2:00 – 3:00 pm (Central time) Register: https://calendly.com/ruth-schemmer/career-chat-careers-in-user-experience (Zoom info will be sent with registration confirmation) Have you wondered exactly what User Experience is? Would you like to know more about careers in this arena? Our panel of alumni...
NIGMS webinar series next week, including Careers in Biotech
Apr. 30, 2020—Attend the New Webinar Series for the NIGMS Training Community We’re pleased to announce a new webinar series for students, postdocs, and faculty. Each hour-long webinar will include a 10- to 15-minute presentation by the speaker followed by a moderated question and answer session. Our hope is that these webinars will enhance our trainees’ ongoing...
Short-term Congressional Digital Service Fellowship
Apr. 30, 2020—The Congressional Digital Service Fellowship The COVID-19 pandemic has transformed Congress into a remote and virtual institution literally overnight. Capitol Hill was not prepared for this moment and is now confronting a number of urgent digital challenges. We are looking to immediately recruit a small collaborative tech team for an eight month fellowship to help...
Become a Summer Virtual Undergrad Mentor
Apr. 27, 2020—Expand your skill set in digital learning and science communication by becoming a summer virtual undergraduate mentor! Mentor undergraduate students completing a virtual summer research experience. Mentors will help support a virtual summer program broadly addressing cardiovascular research and health. A major role will be working with a small group, 2-5, students who will develop...
Job Opportunity: Manager, Marketing Analytics, Campaign Monitor, Nashville, TN
Apr. 8, 2020—Interest in this role at an email marketing firm? Let Ashley Brady (ashley.brady@vanderbilt.edu) know! Experience and qualification in some kind of quantitative field/discipline is a plus, as well as being proficient in R or Python for data manipulation/processing. 3-5 years experience in an Analytics is a firm requirement, but this can be interpreted broadly and...