Schedule of Events
Jul. 30, 2018—9:00 – Welcome and Opening Remarks Ann Richmond, PhD, Assistant Dean for Biomedical Research Education & Training, Vanderbilt University 9:15 – Keynote Address: Biomedical Careers in Industry Robert Copeland, PhD, Vice President, Biology, Oncology Center of Excellence in Drug Discovery, GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals and Adjunct Professor of Biochemistry & Biophysics, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine 9:55...
About the Cheeky Scientist, Isaiah Hankel
Jul. 30, 2018—Isaiah Hankel, PhD Isaiah is a Ph.D. in Anatomy & Cell Biology and internationally recognized Fortune 500 consultant. He is an expert in the biotechnology industry and specializes in helping people transition into cutting-edge career tracks. Isaiah believes that if you feel stuck somewhere in your life right now, you should make a change. Don’t sit...
2016 Annual Career Symposium
Jul. 30, 2018—The Annual Career Symposium is a large event to bring together PhD students and postdocs for 1-2 days of career and professional development. The Annual Symposium is typically attended by 300-600+ trainees. This year, the BRET Office of Career Development is excited to welcome research and development professionals in industry. The unique perspectives, as well as practical tips about applying...
AGENDA
Jul. 30, 2018—Time Session Name of Speaker 9:00-10:00am Welcome and Keynote Dave Jensen, Managing Director, CTI Executive Search 10:10-11:10am Plenary Panel I JT Brogan, PhD, Manager, Global Emerging Markets Regulatory Affairs CMC, Biogen Dan Hutcheson, PhD, Research and Development Liaison Officer, Indivior Fatima Jones, PhD, Senior Study Director, Laboratory Specialist, Westat Laurie VanderVeen, PhD, Senior Scientist, Nektar Therapeutics 11:20-12:15pm Plenary...
Sponsors for the 2016 Career Symposium
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 Cellular, Biochemical, and Molecular Sciences Training Program Clinical and Translational Research Training Program in Pulmonary Medicine Immunobiology of Blood and Vascular Systems Training Program...
2016 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 2016 Summer Intensive for Entrepreneurship and Commercialization is limited to 20 participants who will break into teams and develop a...
Syllabus
Jul. 30, 2018—The module will meet Mondays and Thursdays, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., June 6-July 28, 2016, 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 a...
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...
Time Commitment
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 6 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...
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!
2016 Symposium Speakers
Jul. 30, 2018—We are pleased to welcome excellent speakers in various fields and experience levels. JT Brogan, PhD, Manager, Global Emerging Markets Regulatory Affairs CMC, Biogen JT (John Trevor) Brogan is a Manager in the Global Emerging Markets Regulatory Affairs CMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls) group at Biogen Inc. JT completed his undergraduate and graduate...
Local Companies at the 2016 Career Symposium
Jul. 30, 2018—The BRET Office of Career Development is excited to welcome 12 local companies to the 2016 Annual Career Symposium. Meet these employers at both the Networking Huddles and the Networking Reception that day. Learn more about the companies, the employees that work there, and how they contribute to the life science industry. The following companies...
How to Prepare for the Career Symposium
Jul. 30, 2018—We are excited you will be attending the 2016 Annual BRET Career Symposium on Thursday, June 2, 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...
2016 Annual Report
Jul. 30, 2018—Please review the Annual Report here!
2017 Management and Business Principles for Scientists
Jul. 30, 2018—Business principles affect all organizations. In today’s highly competitive and highly complicated working environments, understanding these principles gives leaders and managers a strategic advantage, enabling them to handle situations more effectively and make decisions more effectively. In spring semester 2017, the BRET Office of Career Development is offering a module for PhD students and postdoctoral fellows from...
About the 2017 Management and Business Principles Module
Jul. 30, 2018—Business principles affect all organizations. In today’s highly competitive and highly complicated working environments, understanding these principles gives leaders and managers a strategic advantage, enabling them to handle situations more effectively and make decisions more effectively. This module is a unique distillation of the tools and skills needed to be successful in business, whether your business...
Syllabus for 2017 Management and Business Principles
Jul. 30, 2018—The module will meet most Fridays from 8:00-10:00 a.m., January 13 – April 6. There will be a required 1/2 day retreat the afternoon of Wednesday, March 1. The module will be a mix of interactive didactic sessions (pre-retreat) and small team-based projects with short lectures on project management and problem-solving, (post-retreat). Due to the interactive nature of this...
Time commitment for 2017 Management and Business Principles
Jul. 30, 2018—This module is designed to provide an efficient introduction to practical business concepts and tools. The total time commitment for this module is about 4-5 hours/week, including in-class meetings and out-of-class readings. For the first half of the module (January 13-February 24), the module will consist of interactive didactic sessions. Each didactic session will require 1-2 hours...
2017 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 interest in business and management principles and introductory training on the topic. It’s also a great conversation starter with prospective employers!
ASPIRE to Connect 2017
Jul. 30, 2018—ASPIRE to Connect is a half day workshop aimed at building professional relationships. Gain practical tips and learn techniques to meet new people and cultivate authentic professional connections. Only once per year does this workshop occur, and we are excited to provide it again for the fourth year in a row! Details for this popular event:...