Upcoming career events from Research!America
Jun. 2, 2026—Registration is now open for our free online earning lunch series, From Bench to Impact. Our webinar series will equip student researchers and early career scientists with the perspectives, tools, and networks needed to thrive in science, while creating equitable, community-informed, and policy-relevant research. You won’t want to miss this line up. Register by clicking...
STEM Educator Learning Community
May. 26, 2026—The Vanderbilt Collaborative for STEM Education and Outreach (CSEO) is seeking science and education graduate students and postdoctoral fellows interested in joining our STEM Educator Learning Community as a part of the Scientist in the Classroom Partnership (SCP) program for the 2026-2027 academic year. This is a training program for graduate students and postdocs to...
Translational Science Interagency Postdoctoral Fellowship (Cheminformatics/AI-ML/NAMs)
May. 20, 2026—Organization National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences, Rockville, Maryland, United States U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), White Oak Campus, Silver Spring, Maryland Scientific focus areas • Cheminformatics, AI/ML, Computational Chemistry • Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering, Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Physics, Pharmacology, and Basic Biomedical Sciences The NIH National Center for...
Vanderbilt Writing Studio Summer Dissertation Writers’ Retreat
May. 20, 2026—In addition to dissertators, we welcome graduate students and postdocs working on theses and other advanced writing projects.
Join the VICC Trainee Community!
May. 20, 2026—The Office for Cancer Research Training and Education Coordination (CRTEC) invites you to consider becoming a Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center (VICC) Trainee Member. This new membership opportunity is designed to support your growth in a collaborative, career-shaping environment and to help you develop as a scientist, clinician, and future leader in the cancer field. As a...
Job Opportunity: Postdoctoral Fellow, Micro & Immuno, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
May. 14, 2026—The Richer Lab in the Department of Microbiology & Immunology at the Indiana University School of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated postdoc to join our research team. The Richer lab has broad interests regarding mechanisms of T cell development, activation and memory generation in the context of acute and chronic viral infections. Current projects...
Open Call for Genentech Postdocs: Register for Info Session Mon 6/1
May. 14, 2026—We are excited to announce that Genentech, a world-class biotechnology company in South San Francisco, is launching an “Open Call for our postdoc program” aimed at identifying top scientific talent, independent of a specific job posting for a given scientist’s lab. Applicants provided the freedom to select three potential Genentech postdoc mentors that are most interested...
Pint of Science Nashville: An International Festival of Scientific Research
May. 11, 2026—Pint of Science is an international festival that aims to bring the latest scientific research to the public in an accessible and engaging format through presentations held in bars, pubs, cafés, and other community spaces. Established in 2013 by a community of postgraduate and postdoctoral researchers, Pint of Science has grown into a global movement...
Internship Opportunity – Research & Stakeholder Engagement Intern, CSNK2A1 Foundation, remote, June 2026-Feb 2027
Apr. 24, 2026—A part-time internship opportunity is available through the CSNK2A1 Foundation in collaboration with the CSNK2B Foundation for a Research & Stakeholder Engagement Intern supporting a Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) Engagement Award–funded patient-centered research initiative. This project will support cross-community stakeholder engagement across CSNK2A1-related and CSNK2B-related neurodevelopmental disorder communities, including development of a shared comparative...
Interested in a science policy career? Join VSPG!
Apr. 23, 2026—Are you curious about how science shapes government decisions? Whether you’re looking to transition from the lab to government or just want to understand the impact of your research, join the Vanderbilt Science Policy Group (VPSG) for our upcoming recruitment event! This is a perfect opportunity for anyone considering a career in science policy. By joining,...
Maxel Knowledge Expertise Program
Apr. 21, 2026—Maxel, a human intelligence research and product development lab, is assembling a small cohort of domain experts across industries including healthcare to document and contribute their knowledge over the next three months. This is a paid opportunity for a three-month engagement opportunity beginning June 2026. If you have a strong background in your field and...
Teaching opportunity with 2026 Discovery Biomedical Research Summer Program
Apr. 21, 2026—The Vanderbilt’s 2026 Discovery Biomedical Research Summer Program needs your expertise to help spark a passion for science in local high school students! This program introduces rising juniors and seniors to the world of biomedical research through one-on-one mentoring, hands-on lab skills, and relatable STEM discussions. For many participants, this is their first glimpse into...
Bits-in-Bio Nashville Chapter- join the local slack group!
Apr. 17, 2026—Announcing a new Nashville Chapter for the Bits-in-Bio community, a global community using software to improve human and planetary health. Bits in Bio connects computational experts with life scientists to accelerate the bioeconomy. Through our global community and focused virtual and in-person events, we provide practical resources for both established researchers and newcomers tackling challenges...
Event notice: Belmont presents “How to Be a Lifelong Student”
Apr. 17, 2026—“How to be a Lifelong Student” Destin Sandlin of Smarter Every Day Wednesday, April 22 | 1:30–2:30 PM | Massey Performing Arts Center Smarter Every Day is a science-focused YouTube channel with 11 million subscribers and over 1 billion views — one of the top-rated science channels on the platform. Destin’s work is all about...
ASPIRE Internship: Medical Writing Intern (Remote), CMEsquared
Apr. 15, 2026—Medical Writing Intern CMEsquared™ May-July, 2026 (remote) Our Company CMEsquared™ is dedicated to improving clinical care and patient outcomes by providing the highest quality education in dermatology for dermatologists and other providers who care for patients with skin disorders. CMEsquared develops both live and enduring CME-accredited activities in collaboration with ACCME-accredited joint providers. Innovative formats and...
Part-Time Short-Term Research Assistant (Biomedical Literature Data Entry & Validation), BioCentury, Inc.
Apr. 9, 2026—Part-Time Short-Term Research Assistant (Biomedical Literature Data Entry & Validation) Company: BioCentury Inc. Location: Remote Compensation: $27/hour Timing: Training in early May 2026; project work mid-May through early June 2026 Duration: 2–3 weeks initially, with potential extension in 2026 Time Commitment: Minimum 8 hours per week. BioCentury, a leading information services company serving the biopharma...
Registration is open for May 5th Seattle DROP–virtual postdoc recruitment event
Apr. 9, 2026—Announcing Seattle DROP: Discover Research Opportunities for Postdocs on May 5th Interested in postdoc opportunities in Seattle, WA? Join us for Seattle DROP, a virtual biomedical postdoc recruitment event on May 5th from 8AM-1PM PT. Sponsored by the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, the University of Washington and Seattle Children’s Research Institute. Learn about research opportunities, a panel on The...
Cold Spring Harbor Postdoc Recruiting Event
Apr. 8, 2026—The CSHL Postdoctoral Program Office Hosts its Inaugural Virtual Postdoc Recruitment Event When? June 17th, 11 AM – 5 PM ET Where? Zoom link will be provided after registration Who should attend? Current graduate students and postdocs Event Sessions Research Talks by Attendees Discussions with CSHL Faculty and Postdocs Career Development and Institutional Resources Community...
National Academies NRC Postdoctoral and Research Associate Programs
Apr. 8, 2026—Interested in a research career in government? The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine sponsors awards for postdoctoral and senior researchers at participating federal laboratories and affiliated institutions. These awards provide the opportunity for recipients to do independent research in some of the best-equipped and staffed laboratories in the U.S. Research opportunities are open to U.S....
Postdoc Houston recruitment event (free, virtual), May 14, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m CST
Apr. 3, 2026—The Postdoc Offices at Baylor College of Medicine, Houston Methodist, UT MD Anderson Cancer Center, and UTHealth Houston invite PhD students to attend Postdoc Houston! Postdoc Houston is a free virtual event for prospective postdoctoral scholars on May 14, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Central Time. Discover the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical complex in the world. Learn why Houston is a great place to live and work. Explore postdoctoral opportunities at our institutions. Meet...