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Society for Neuroscience (SfN) is seeking a consultant with expertise in higher education assessment
Jun. 18, 2019—The Society for Neuroscience (SfN) is seeking a consultant with expertise in higher education assessment to help us conduct a survey of neuroscience departments and programs. If you have suggestions of individuals or groups who may be interested in learning more about this project, please contact sraver@sfn.org. SfN conducts a periodic survey of neuroscience...
BCG Virtual Coffee Chats – June 26, 2019
Jun. 14, 2019—BCG Atlanta will be hosting virtual “coffee chats” on June 26 throughout the day for students interested in learning more about BCG consultancy. Alumna Dr. Aparna Shekar will be hosting the chats. Interested students register here https://talent.bcg.com/Events?folderId=10025867
Job Opportunity: Summer Neuroscience Instructor, Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth (CTY), Baltimore, Maryland
Jun. 13, 2019—Summer 2019 Employment Opportunities Neuroscience Instructor We are currently seeking highly motivated and qualified candidates to work in our summer programs. You can apply to work for us through this link. We are seeking individuals for the following course: Neuroscience (grades 7-10) In this course, students investigate the development, evolution, and structure of the brain...
Fall Course offering in Dr. Meiler’s lab
Jun. 13, 2019—NEW APPROACHES FOR PRACTICAL AND TIME EFFICIENT CLONING, CONSTRUCT DESIGN AND THE STRATEGIC SELECTION OF PROTEIN-PROTEIN INTERACTION TECHNIQUES. Course Description: Research techniques are always changing, they develop and improve and sometimes it is hard to stay fully informed. In this module we will talk about different methods and techniques you want to use to be...
Career Chat, AAAS Sci & Tech Fellowships, Thurs, 6/13
Jun. 7, 2019—Career Chat: Q&A with AAAS Science & Technology Fellows Thursday, June 13 3:30 – 5:00 pm Alumni Hall Café area RSVP Here Vanderbilt alumnus Joseph Rustick will share his personal experiences at the EPA as a AAAS (American Association for the Advancement of Science) Executive Branch fellow. Come learn about the opportunities, process, and outcomes...
“So You Want to be a Pharmacologist Doing Drug Discovery?…….Careers in Drug Discovery”
Jun. 7, 2019—Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Department of Pharmacology Special Seminar Series Terrence P. Kenakin, Ph.D., UNC-Chapel Hill 1:30 pm 206 PRB “So You Want to be a Pharmacologist Doing Drug Discovery?…….Careers in Drug Discovery”
Do You Play Fair? A Workshop about Bias in Academia
Jun. 7, 2019—Postdocs and graduate students are invited to explore how unconscious bias may impede student success in STEMM fields. Fair Play raises awareness about stereotypes and other racial biases in academia, which can inadvertently influence judgments about the behavior toward others Register here: https://redcap.vanderbilt.edu/surveys/?s=8RRKJXNMRH
Job Opportunity: Director of Education Opportunity, Montshire Museum of Science, Norwich, VT
May. 30, 2019—Montshire Education Director Job Posting Montshire Museum of Science Job Description SUMMARY DESCRIPTION The Director of Education provides leadership, vision, and oversight in developing, implementing, evaluating, and growing all aspects of the Montshire’s educational program offerings for children, teen, adult, family, and school and university audiences. The person in this position is a key strategist...
Job Opportunity: Anatomy Lecturer, Biology Department, Lake Forest College, Lake Forest, IL
May. 30, 2019—ANATOMY LECTURER The Biology Department at Lake Forest College seeks an adjunct faculty member to teach a lab-based Human Anatomy course (BIOL 208) during the spring semester of 2020. This teaching assignment counts as two course preps with the expectation of providing at least 7 hours per week of combined classroom and laboratory teaching. Although...
Massive is currently waiving the registration fee!
May. 30, 2019—Massive is currently waiving the registration fee (“If you think a friend should join the consortium, tell them to use the code MEXIA to get free membership!”). It’s a great tool to improve your scicomm abilities (and get paid after your first 2 articles!) Register here: https://massivesci.com/consortium/
Drug Discovery and Development Colloquium 2019
May. 20, 2019—The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Student Chapter of the American Association for Pharmaceutical Scientists (AAPS) will be hosting our 6th Annual Drug Discovery and Development Colloquium (DDDC) on the UAMS Campus in Little Rock, Arkansas from Thursday, June 13th to Saturday, June 15th. The UAMS AAPS Student Group invites you to register for this event. All presenting...
Job Opportunity: Healthcare Research Project Manager – VICTR, VUMC, Nashville, TN
May. 15, 2019— Healthcare Research Project Manager – VICTR Requisition Number 1809240 Your Role: Under direct supervision, oversees small projects or phases of larger projects. Responsible for coordinating activities of project team, identifying appropriate resources needed, and developing schedules to ensure timely completion of project. Effectively coordinates the activities of the team by becoming familiar with system scope and...
The Writing Studio is open for Maymester and Summer sessions!
May. 9, 2019—During Maymester (May 6-31) and Summer sessions (June 4-August 9), the Writing Studio will offer consultation hours between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday-Friday. Not on campus? Synchronous online appointments are available by request (follow link for request form and procedures). Requests must be made at least 24 hours prior to appointments (and by...
National Science Foundation (NSF) Program Officer Jan Cuny Talk – Monday 5/13
May. 9, 2019—Towards a more Inclusive and Diverse Computing Community Dr. Jan Cuny, National Science Foundation (NSF) Monday, May 13th, 3:30pm Cohen Memorial Hall, 203 https://events.vanderbilt.edu/index.php?eID=128400 All students should have the opportunity to take rigorous computer science (CS) courses that are relevant to their lives and their interests, courses that engage and inspire them. Whether they are...
Event: McKinsey Employer Info Session
May. 8, 2019—McKinsey brings together an outstanding group of colleagues from a wide variety of backgrounds to help leading organizations tackle their most complex challenges. We have long been a leader in strategic management and our work in healthcare is growing rapidly. More than 40% of our consultants have advanced degrees in fields outside of business, and...
Job Opportunity: Director, Graduate Faculty Development, UCSF, San Francisco, CA
May. 7, 2019—UCSF is looking for a Director of Graduate Faculty Development! https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/Home/Home?partnerid=6495&siteid=5226#jobDetails=2841780_5226 This is a BRAND NEW position to develop a program of professional development opportunities and resources for faculty who mentor and supervise basic science PhD students. The Director will work in UCSF’s Graduate Division, in close collaboration with other Grad Div staff, the...
Job Opportunity: Data Scientist, XSOLIS, Nashville, TN
Apr. 29, 2019—ABOUT THE COMPANY XSOLIS transforms how healthcare providers and insurers manage care and collaborate towards a smarter future. We help our clients leverage data to effectively support clinical expertise – from managing care transitions to making informed decisions on status, our data science team facilitates operational and financial success for healthcare organizations across the nation....
Applying for AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowship Roundtable Discussion
Apr. 26, 2019—Are you interested in a career in science policy? Have you thought about applying for the AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowship Program? Join us for this informative roundtable discussion with Shilpy Dixit, Teddy van Opstal, and Phil Ko, PhD, who have all been through the process of applying and interviewing for this prestigious program. Bring...
Job Opportunity: Assistant Professor of Biology, Cumberland University, Lebanon TN
Apr. 25, 2019—Qualified applicants are sought for a full-time Assistant Professor position in Biology. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities In addition to instructional duties, other responsibilities include assessment, mentoring and advising students, and university service. The biology faculty at Cumberland University work with biology and biochemistry majors, pre-professional and pre-nursing students, and students taking biology for a general...
ASCB Summer Biotech Courses openings still available!
Apr. 25, 2019—Openings Still Available for Both Summer Biotech Courses! Deadline Extended Until April 30 Join one of these week-long, hands-on courses to help you transition to a job in biotech or pharma. Discover the commercial side of science, network, and learn interdisciplinary skills through a team project. On average, more than 50% of past attendees have...