The Psychology of Peak Performance: A workshop series for all Graduate & Professional Students and Postdoctoral Scholars
Aug. 15, 2017—The Psychology of Peak Performance A workshop series for all Graduate & Professional Students and Postdoctoral Scholars Offered by the Psychological and Counseling Center, in conjunction with the Graduate School. Facilitator: David Sacks, PhD, HSP Time/Day: Wednesdays 12:00-1:00 in September Location: Alumni Hall Room 010, Conference Room Topics and Dates: 9/6 Perfectionism and the “Imposter Syndrome”...
Nashville Software School Info Session: Data Science, August 23rd
Aug. 11, 2017—Nashville Software School Info Session: Data Science Wed, August 23, 2017 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM CDT This special information session is for individuals interested in learning more about the Data Science Bootcamp at Nashville Software School. You'll hear more about the curriculum, tuition options, job placement services, etc. You will also have the opportunity...
Teaching Assistants needed for Organic Chemistry, Fall 2017, Vanderbilt University
Aug. 11, 2017—The Department of Chemistry is currently seeking graduate students or postdocs to serve as Teaching Assistants (TAs) to support 3 sections of Organic Chemistry lab (Lab Supervisors) and 6 Recitation Sections (Recitation Leaders). Lab Supervisors: The TA will be required to supervise lab and grade lab reports. Lab TAs will need to take a...
Job Opportunity: Associate Director of Foundation Relations, University of Virginia
Aug. 9, 2017—The Foundation Relations team in University Advancement is expanding and looking for two Associate Directors. The Associate Directors will be responsible for raising funds to support UVA's research, academic programs, and key initiatives. These fundraising positions will work closely with members of the administration, faculty, and development colleagues to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward foundation...
Job Opportunity: Medical Writer, Medpace, Cincinnati, Ohio
Aug. 8, 2017—Medical Writer, Medpace, Cincinnati, Ohio Overview Medpace is a global, full-service Clinical Research Organization (CRO) specializing in a multitude of therapeutic areas. Our headquarters are located in Cincinnati, Ohio and we are active in over 40 countries across the globe. We continue to steadily grow and are looking to add to our team! Our corporate...
ASPIRE Module: Biomedical Research and Media, Fall 2017
Aug. 7, 2017—The ASPIRE Modules are short, non-credit bearing electives that broaden the training experiences of biomedical sciences trainees. These elective modules provide efficient exposure to topics in four theme areas: Business/Entrepreneurship, Communication, Teaching, and Clinical research.The ASPIRE Modules are optional and open to any biomedical sciences PhD student or postdoctoral fellow who wishes to take them to supplement their research training....
ASPIRE Module: EQ + IQ = Career Success, Fall 2017
Aug. 7, 2017—The ASPIRE Modules are short, non-credit bearing electives that broaden the training experiences of biomedical sciences trainees. These elective modules provide efficient exposure to topics in four theme areas: Business/Entrepreneurship, Communication, Teaching, and Clinical research.The ASPIRE Modules are optional and open to any biomedical sciences PhD student or postdoctoral fellow who wishes to take them to supplement their research training....
ASPIRE Module: Networking Pacing Module, Fall 2017
Aug. 7, 2017—Will you be attending SFN, American Heart, American Society of Cell Biology Conference this fall? Let’s work together to better prepare for these networking opportunities! The ASPIRE Networking Pacing Module is a series designed to prepare attendees to incorporate networking into their everyday activities and prepare them to network at an upcoming conference. The ASPIRE Networking Pacing...
ASPIRE Module: Creating Effective Scientific Talks
Aug. 7, 2017—The ASPIRE Modules are short, non-credit bearing electives that broaden the training experiences of biomedical sciences trainees. These elective modules provide efficient exposure to topics in four theme areas: Business/Entrepreneurship, Communication, Teaching, and Clinical research.The ASPIRE Modules are optional and open to any biomedical sciences PhD student or postdoctoral fellow who wishes to take them to supplement their research training....
ASPIRE Module Fall 2017: Introduction to the Principles and Practice of Clinical Research (IPPCR)
Aug. 7, 2017—The ASPIRE Modules are short, non-credit bearing electives that broaden the training experiences of biomedical sciences trainees. These elective modules provide efficient exposure to topics in four theme areas: Business/Entrepreneurship, Communication, Teaching, and Clinical research.The ASPIRE Modules are optional and open to any biomedical sciences PhD student or postdoctoral fellow who wishes to take them to supplement their research training....
ASPIRE Module Fall 2017: Practical Strategies for Strong Writing
Aug. 7, 2017—The ASPIRE Modules are short, non-credit bearing electives that broaden the training experiences of biomedical sciences trainees. These elective modules provide efficient exposure to topics in four theme areas: Business/Entrepreneurship, Communication, Teaching, and Clinical research.The ASPIRE Modules are optional and open to any biomedical sciences PhD student or postdoctoral fellow who wishes to take them to supplement their research training....
ASPIRE Module Fall 2017: Clinical Laboratory Medicine
Aug. 7, 2017—The ASPIRE Modules are short, non-credit bearing electives that broaden the training experiences of biomedical sciences trainees. These elective modules provide efficient exposure to topics in four theme areas: Business/Entrepreneurship, Communication, Teaching, and Clinical research.The ASPIRE Modules are optional and open to any biomedical sciences PhD student or postdoctoral fellow who wishes to take them to supplement their research training....
ASPIRE Module Fall 2017: Technology Commercialization
Aug. 7, 2017—The ASPIRE Modules are short, non-credit bearing electives that broaden the training experiences of biomedical sciences trainees. These elective modules provide efficient exposure to topics in four theme areas: Business/Entrepreneurship, Communication, Teaching, and Clinical research.The ASPIRE Modules are optional and open to any biomedical sciences PhD student or postdoctoral fellow who wishes to take them to supplement their research training....
Tuition-Free Academic English Classes
Aug. 4, 2017—Fall Semester, Vanderbilt University English Language Center, 1208 18th Avenue South Tuition-Free Academic English Classes for VU students, faculty, and staff at the ELC. The Vanderbilt University English Language Center (VU ELC) offers tuition-free* courses for individuals at VU who have a first language other than English. English for Academic Purposes (EAP) classes include the...
ASPIRE Teaching Internship: Fisk University, Molecular Methods, Nashville, TN
Aug. 3, 2017—Fall 2017 ASPIRE Internship Opportunity: Teaching Internship: Molecular Methods Course and Lab Tuesday/Thursday 9:30-11:30am, Wednesday 3:30- 5:30 pm Fisk University 1000 17th Avenue North Nashville, TN 37208 Fisk University is a small, historically black liberal arts university with a history of excellence in academics through teaching, research, and service. It is Nashville’s oldest institution of...
ASPIRE Teaching Internship: Fisk University, Biophysical Chemistry, Nashville, TN
Aug. 3, 2017—Fall 2017 ASPIRE Internship Opportunity: Teaching Internship: Biophysical Chemistry Course and Lab Monday/Wednesday 1:00-2:30pm, Tuesday 2:50- 5:50 pm Fisk University 1000 17th Avenue North Nashville, TN 37208 Fisk University is a small, historically black liberal arts university with a history of excellence in academics through teaching, research, and service. It is Nashville’s oldest institution of higher...
ASPIRE Teaching Internship: Belmont University, General Biology , Nashville, TN
Aug. 3, 2017—Fall 2017 ASPIRE Internship Opportunity: General Biology course for nonscience majors Class Lecture/Discussion: Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:00-9:15 am Course-associated laboratory: Tuesdays 9:30-11:20 am Belmont University 1900 Belmont Blvd Nashville, TN 37212 Ranked No. 5 in the Regional Universities South category, Belmont University consists of approximately 7,700 students who come from every state and more than...
Perspective on ‘Communication with your supervisor’ from VU Biological Sciences Ph.D. Alumnus, Edward van Opstal
Aug. 2, 2017—Edward van Opstal’s final blog post for the NIH BEST’s PhD/Postdoc blog series has posted! This month he discusses communicating with your supervisor. Check it out at the link below: Communicating with your supervisor – Edward van Opstal, Ph.D. (wordpress.com)
Employment-based Immigration Options: Options for employment after Post-Doctoral Programs
Aug. 2, 2017—Monday, Aug 28; 4:00 – 5:15 pm 201 Alumni Hall Come discover employment options for international scholars beyond the post-doc years: H-1B, O-1, L-1, permanent residency and more will be covered. Sarah Hawk and Marissa Cwick from the law firm of Ogletree Deakins will talk about visa options and the permanent residency application. Vanderbilt...
Job Opportunity: Neuroscience Program Analyst, Vanderbilt Memory & Alzheimer’s Center, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN
Jul. 31, 2017—The Neuroscience Program Analyst (Health Policy/Services Analyst II) will assist with research activities, including grant and manuscript preparation, for a large NIH clinical research portfolio under the direct guidance of the Center Director. The position emphasizes human subjects research focused on investigating cardiovascular and cerebrovascular risk factors for abnormal cognitive aging, including mild cognitive impairment...