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Data Science for Social Good
Feb. 26, 2021—The Data Science for Social Good (DSSG) program is a ten-week experience where participants work as part of a data science team on a pre-selected project for a not-for-profit organization, Vanderbilt group, or government organization. In the event that there are multiple Social Good projects, interns will be able to rank their preference, and assignments...
Women in Data Science — Nashville 2021
Feb. 26, 2021—Women in Data Science (WiDS)–inspiring and educating data scientists worldwide, regardless of gender, and supporting women in the field. About this Event Interested in learning more about the work of your women colleagues and practitioners of data science? The Data Science Institute and Genetics Institute at Vanderbilt University are hosting a regional Women in Data...
Panel Discussion of Picture a Scientist
Feb. 24, 2021—Join the Vanderbilt Women’s Center for an upcoming discussion of the documentary Picture a Scientist. Before the discussion, you can watch the film on your own at this link: https://tinyurl.com/8vs7at8x. Here are details about the discussion: Panel Discussion of Picture a Scientist Janey Camp, Research Associate Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering Vicki Green, Stevenson Professor...
Beyond Academia Conference 2021
Feb. 24, 2021—Date: February 25 – 26, 2021 Location: Fully Virtual! Powered by Hopin. Details: Our flagship conference is a two-day event with close to 100 PhD speakers who successfully transitioned from academia to industry. We hope to see you there! Registration: You can register for free CLICK HERE. Sponsors: Many thanks to our departmental sponsors!
Apply for Postdoc Preview at Univ of Michigan Medical School
Feb. 24, 2021—As biomedical and life science graduate students wrap up their research and look ahead to future opportunities, we encourage them to consider the University of Michigan Medical School for a postdoctoral research fellow position. Twice a year, we host Postdoc Preview, a recruiting event that awards 20 applicants the opportunity to explore the extensive postdoctoral...
Daphne Koller, insitro CEO: Zoom seminar 2/24 at 12PM
Feb. 24, 2021—This is a great opportunity to hear from a preeminent scientist who has leveraged her scientific acumen toward entrepreneurship and non-profit activities. Definitely someone who can help inspire alternative scientific careers (and the company she founded is currently hiring!) Please join us Wednesday at noon. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87550168229?pwd=QW9rUnBtTG1Ubk41d2Z0a3RhaWJCQT09 Passcode: 268741
Meharry-Vanderbilt Community Engaged Research Core Call for Applications
Feb. 24, 2021—The Meharry-Vanderbilt Community Engaged Research Core announces a new round of Community Scholars Awards for the 2021-2022 school year. The Community Scholars Award provides support for two graduate or post graduate trainees to perform a community engaged research project collaboratively with a community-based organization, during the academic school year. Scholars will also participate in the...
Stanford Propel Postdoctoral Scholars Program, round 2 of applications open March 1
Feb. 23, 2021—For those in the biosciences, the Propel program is opening a second round of applications for its inaugural cohort. Propel Postdoctoral Scholars Program: Application opens March 1 Propel provides inclusive training for outstanding postdoctoral scholars in the School of Medicine focused on academic careers. Our mission is to recruit and develop a distinguished group of...
Stanford PRISM: Applications now open!
Feb. 23, 2021—PRISM-Spring-2021sm PRISM (Postdoctoral Recruitment Initiative in Science and Medicine) is an opportunity for select late-stage graduate students from broadly diverse backgrounds to explore postdoctoral training at Stanford, including interviewing with potential mentors, getting the inside scoop on postdoctoral training at Stanford from current postdocs, and accessing professional development to score the best postdoc for them. The...
UCSF Path to Postdoc is now recruiting
Feb. 19, 2021—UCSF is actively recruiting for their Path to Postdoc Program! They seek applications from outstanding senior graduate students interested in pursuing postdoctoral training at UCSF or the associated Gladstone Institutes, especially those from backgrounds historically marginalized in academic biomedical research. Please note that the deadline to apply for the June Cohort is May 17, 2022. This year, Path to Postdoc...
Boston University Clinical & Translational Science Institute TL1 Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Regener
Feb. 19, 2021—This Post-Doctoral Fellowship is a recurring opportunity at Boston University- if you have any senior graduate students nearing the end of their PhD and interested in research in regenerative medicine, please let them know about this funding opportunity and have them check out BU research labs for postdoc opportunities in this research area so they...
Job Opportunity: Faculty Position on the educator track, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Nashville, TN
Feb. 15, 2021—Vanderbilt University School of Medicine Basic Sciences invites applications for a faculty position on the educator track. The position requires a Ph.D. in the life sciences, expertise in science education and pedagogy, and preferably two years of experience teaching and developing life sciences curricula. Scholarly work related to science education is highly valued. The faculty...
Forensic Science Internship, Defense Forensic Science Center | Forest Park, GA
Feb. 15, 2021—For more information and to apply https://www.zintellect.com/Opportunity/Details/EACE-2020-0014R Organization U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) Reference Code DFSC-2021-0001 How to Apply Components of the online application are as follows: Profile Information Educational and Employment History Essay Questions (goals, experiences, and skills relevant to the opportunity) Resume (PDF) Transcripts/Academic Records – Click here for detailed information about acceptable transcripts Recommendation...
Job Opportunity: Several positions open with Pfizer, Andover, MA/Morrisville, NC/Chesterfield, MO
Feb. 15, 2021—Pfizer is hiring for several positions! Alumnus Larry Thompson, PhD is currently a Senior Principal Scientist with the Analytical Research $ Development Team. If you are applying, put his name in the referral tab and send him a copy of your resume Lawrence.Thompson@pfizer.com External applicants can apply at http://pfizercareers.com/. Positions with the Analytical...
Job Opportunity: Assistant Professor of Biology – Microbiology or Plant Physiology (3 positions), Department of Biological Sciences, Tennessee State University, Nashville, TN
Feb. 12, 2021— The Department of Biological Sciences at Tennessee State University, a public Historically Black College and University (HBCU) located in Nashville, Tennessee, seeks applicants for three tenure-track positions at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 2021. Special consideration will be given to candidates with expertise in Microbiology (two positions) or Plant Physiology (one...
More Than Pronouns: A Dialogue on Trans-Inclusion in the Workplace
Feb. 11, 2021—RSVP – https://alumni.utoronto.ca/events-and-programs/more-pronouns-dialogue-trans-inclusion-workplace MORE THAN PRONOUNS: A DIALOGUE ON TRANS-INCLUSION IN THE WORKPLACE Navigating a career can feel complicated or confusing. For trans and nonbinary people, there can be additional barriers in place which make the process even more complex. Join this dialogue on trans and nonbinary inclusion in the workplace to address questions, challenges and complications in...
Vanderbilt Women’s Center Work-Life Workshops, Spring 2021
Feb. 11, 2021—The next session of Work- Life workshops will be: Leadership Skills Krystal Clark, Director, Employee Learning and Organizational Effectiveness Wednesday, February 17, 12:00 p.m. CT Please sign up here.
ASPIRE Module: Practical Strategies for Strong Writing, Spring 2021
Feb. 11, 2021—In this module, experts from the Vanderbilt Writing Studio will teach scientists to become more effective writers. Sessions will focus on understanding reader expectations, foundational principles of argumentative structure, and writing cohesive paragraphs and sentences. A third session will be held that will consist of a hands-on workshop, working with consultants at the writing studio...
Spring Workshops at the DSI
Feb. 11, 2021—The Vanderbilt Data Science Institute offers a series of workshops to get students, faculty, and community members familiar with data science tools. Workshops are open to the entire Vanderbilt community. See the website for Spring 2021 Offerings
McKinsey & Company will host a virtual Insight program in May 2021!
Feb. 10, 2021—For students with advanced professional degrees, come see what it’s like to work in management consulting at one of our one-day workshops this May. Immersive exercises and learning will give you an insider’s look into an exciting and rewarding career at McKinsey. Insight offers a program tailored to participants with academic backgrounds in STEM and...