2015 Annual Career Symposium Speaker Information
Jul. 30, 2018—The Career Symposium Planning Committee is excited to welcome the following speakers for the 2015 Annual Career Symposium, "Science Careers That Put Your Communication Skills to Work!" Plenary Session Speakers Dr. Denise Bottiglieri, PhD Denise received her PhD in Pharmacology from the University of Florida, and her postdoctoral training in Clinical Pharmacology from Vanderbilt University. She was offered...
2015 Annual Career Symposium Agenda
Jul. 30, 2018—AGENDA Time Ballroom Board of Trust Room 9:00-9:10am Welcome by Kathy Gould, Associate Dean for Biomedical Sciences 9:10-10am Session ONE Plenary Speaker: Denise Bottiglieri, PhD SESSION TWO: Concurrent Panels 10:10-11am SCIENCE POLICY PANEL featuring Hillary Carter, PhD and Efrain Garcia, PhD MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS PANEL featuring Nicole Garbarini, PhD Kathleen...
2015 Annual Career Symposium Sponsors
Jul. 30, 2018—Please thank the following groups for their generous support of this event: The Vanderbilt Medical Alumni Association The Training Grants in Biomedical Sciences Biochemical and Chemical Training for Cancer Research Bioengineering Interdisciplinary Training for Diabetes Research Cellular, Biochemical and Molecular Sciences Training Program Chemistry-Biology Interface Training Grant Clinical and Translational Research Training Program in...
Modules: Frequently Asked Questions
Jul. 30, 2018—Updated: July 2018
2017-19 Archive
Jul. 30, 2018—2018-19 Series 2017-18 Series
ASPIRE on the Road Spring 2018 – Company Information
Jul. 30, 2018—Amgen 360 Binney St. Cambridge, MA Amgen is one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. Amgen is a values-based company, deeply rooted in science and innovation to transform new ideas and discoveries into medicines for patients with serious illnesses. Merck 33 Avenue Louis Pasteur Boston, MA 02115 (617) 992-2000 "This multi-disciplinary research facility, which opened in 2004, is...
Presentation Materials, ASPIRE to Connect 2018
Jul. 30, 2018—Below are the links to power point slides for some of the sessions that utilized them “Big Help for Small Talk” Ruth Schemmer, PhD, Assistant Dean, Career Development, Vanderbilt University Graduate School “Leveraging LinkedIn” Kim Petrie, PhD, Assistant Dean, BRET Office of Career Development, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine “The Art of the Follow Up...
Annual Career Symposium 2018: R3: Research & Research-Related Careers in Academia, Government, & Nonprofits
Jul. 30, 2018—The BRET Office of Career Development and the Training Grants in Biomedical Sciences are excited to announce the 2018 BRET Annual Career Symposium, “R3: Research and Research-Related Careers in Academia, Government, and Nonprofits.” Friday, June 1, 2018 9:00am-5:00pm Student Life Center Registration is required. Please see the menu list to review speaker information, the...
Schedule for 2018 Annual Career Symposium
Jul. 30, 2018—Time Content Speaker 9:00am Ballrooms A&B Keynote address: "Blind Men and Elephants – biomedical research from many perspectives” Lynn Matrisian, PhD, MBA Chief Science Officer, Pancreatic Cancer Action Network Ballrooms A&B Board of Trust Downstairs 1&2 10:05 -11:00 am The Role of a Teaching Professor 10 minute talk from each + Q&A Katie Coate,...
2018 Symposium Speaker Information
Jul. 30, 2018—We are pleased to welcome excellent speakers in various organizations and experience levels. Check out the schedule to see when you can hear these speakers throughout the day.
How to Prepare for the 2018 Career Symposium
Jul. 30, 2018—We are excited you will be attending the 2018 Annual BRET Career Symposium on Friday, June 1, starting at 9am in the Student Life Center. Dress in business casual. Please arrive on time! Registration begins at 8:30am. Our first speaker begins very promptly at 9:00am. Pick up your nametag. Your nametag will include instructions for the...
Sponsors and Committee for 2018 Annual Career Symposium
Jul. 30, 2018—Please thank the following groups for their generous support of this event: Cellular, Biochemical, and Molecular Sciences Training Program Chemistry Biology Interface Training Grant Institutional Predoctoral Training Program in Biomedical Imaging Science Integrated Biological Systems Training in Oncology Interdisciplinary Training in Rheumatic Diseases Microenvironmental Influences in Cancer Molecular Biophysics Training Grant Molecular Endocrinology Training Program Postdoctoral Program in...
2018 Summer Intensive for Entrepreneurship and Commercialization
Jul. 30, 2018— This summer, the BRET Office of Career Development is offering a short course for biomedical sciences (including biomedical engineering) and chemistry PhD students and postdoctoral fellows interested in learning fundamental business principles of commercializing a scientific innovation. The 2018 Summer Intensive for Entrepreneurship and Commercialization is limited to 20 participants who will break into teams and develop...
2018 Summer Intensive, About the Module
Jul. 30, 2018—The Summer Intensive is a foundation course in innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization for PhD candidates and post-doctoral fellows who are interested in exploring careers as innovation-focused faculty, technology entrepreneurs, strategy consultants, or executives in technology-based firms.The course focuses on the critical issues facing the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of a twenty-first century corporation, including the assessment of...
2018 Summer Intensive Syllabus
Jul. 30, 2018—The module will meet Mondays and Thursdays, 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 p.m., June 14 – August 6, 2018, with a one-week break over July 4. Module structure Flipped classroom model: online lectures and course material are reviewed out-of-class so teams can use class time to discuss how course concepts apply to their innovation. All module participants will receive...
2018 Summer Intensive Module Time Committment
Jul. 30, 2018—This module is designed to provide an efficient introduction to practical concepts and tools relating to commercializing new technologies. Participants can expect to spend 4 hours/week in class, and up to 4-5 hours/week for out-of-class readings and project research. All module participants will receive a Certificate of Completion at the end. Attendance policy Because the course is interactive...
2018 Summer Intensive Certificate of Completion
Jul. 30, 2018—All participants in this module will receive a Certificate of Completion at the end. By including the Certificate of Completion for this module on your CV, you demonstrate an innovation mindset and knowledge of a framework for evaluating new technologies for commercial potential. It's also a great conversation starter with prospective employers!
ASPIRE on the Road 2018, About the Companies
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Sponsors and Committee for 2018 Annual Career Symposium (Draft)
Jul. 30, 2018—Please thank the following groups for their generous support of this event: Cellular, Biochemical, and Molecular Sciences Training Program Chemistry Biology Interface Training Grant Institutional Predoctoral Training Program in Biomedical Imaging Science Integrated Biological Systems Training in Oncology Interdisciplinary Training in Rheumatic Diseases Microenvironmental Influences in Cancer Molecular Biophysics Training Grant Molecular Endocrinology Training Program Postdoctoral Program in...
Alumni Gatherings: Engage, Connect, Discover
Jul. 30, 2018— The Office of Career Development serves as the main contact for biomedical Ph.D. and postdoctoral trainees once they leave Vanderbilt. Beyond asking alumni to volunteer their time at career exploration or professional development events, the office facilitates connections to current trainees. Furthermore, access to alumni helps us better understand career outcomes and informs our...