Career Resource: How to Get a Job in Industry by Dr. Tom Novak
Jun. 12, 2015—Dr. Tom Novak is the Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at Cellular Dynamics International (CDI). Given his academic experience (PhD from Caltech and Postdoc from Yale) and industry experience (Wyeth-Ayerst, Roche, Fate Therapeutics, CDI), Dr. Novak has great advice for students and postdocs on how to successfully transition from academia to industry. Read below to...
Job Opportunity: Visiting Assistant Professor, Biology, Birmingham-Southern College
Jun. 11, 2015—Birmingham-Southern College is accepting applications for a one-year non-tenure track Visiting Assistant Professor in the area of cellular/molecular biology and genetics starting August 2015. Teaching responsibilities will include an introductory course in cell/molecular biology and also genetics, plus associated labs for a teaching load of three units (labs plus lectures) per semester, plus an intensive...
SFARI Bridge to Independence Award program opportunity
Jun. 11, 2015—Although the quality of autism research has never been higher, the transition from formal mentorship to independent faculty position remains a daunting task for many early-career researchers in the field. To help support talented early-career scientists in autism at this critical stage, SFARI (Simons Foundation Autism Research Initiative) is pleased to announce its new Bridge to Independence Award,...
Job Opportunity: Life Sciences Associate, Open Philanthropy Project
Jun. 5, 2015—The Open Philanthropy Project is looking for Life Sciences Associates to help us explore a wide range of possible approaches to funding life sciences research. These possible approaches include funding work on neglected diseases and conditions, supporting breakthrough fundamental science, and working to improve science policy and infrastructure. We are looking for someone who can...
Bain & Company Advanced Degree Recruiting
Jun. 5, 2015—As an imminent Advanced Degree holder, a career with Bain & Company will help enable you to become a strategic thinker and a business leader. We believe our unique training, office culture, and robust client base makes us unique among our peers. But we recognize that leaving your chosen field could be quite the leap...
Free Online Training: 20 Tips to Become a Networking Ninja
Jun. 5, 2015—Does the word "networking" cause you to break out in sweats? Well, this free online training may be the remedy to your perspiration problem. Discover how you can start building meaningful relationships that are beneficial to your career. Online Training: 20 Tips to Become a Networking Ninja Join us online on Wednesday, June 10 from 2:00-3:00...
Versatile PhD: Careers in Marketing for STEM PhDs (June 8-12)
Jun. 5, 2015—STEM Graduate Students and Postdocs: Versatile PhD will host a free web-based asynchronous panel discussion on Careers in Marketing for STEM PhDs, June 8-12. All panelists are PhDs from STEM fields, including: – a Market Insight Manager at a health insurance company – a Marketing Development Manager at Eastman Kodak – a Data Scientist at...
Life Science Tennessee’s “Ask the Experts” Panel Series, June 8
Jun. 5, 2015—Ask the Experts: Advice on Academic Partners, IP and Regulatory Hurdles for Life Science Start-Ups: June 8, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP 511 Union Street, Suite 2700, Nashville, Tenn. The "Ask the Experts" panel series is an educational panel discussion for early stage entrepreneurs and researchers who want to...
Time to apply for AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowships
Jun. 5, 2015—AAAS seeks candidates from a broad array of backgrounds and a diversity of geographic, disciplinary, gender, and ethnic perspectives as well as disability status. Fellows have ranged in age from late 20s to early 70s. They represent a spectrum of career stages, from recent PhD graduates to faculty on sabbatical to retired scientists and engineers....
June ASPIRE Cafe for Postocs
Jun. 5, 2015—Postdocs, if you have not already had the chance to attend, please come for coffee and pastries to a Postdoctoral ASPIRE Café for Career Planning session to learn more about the Vanderbilt ASPIRE Program and to explore topics in career development and professionalism. The 2nd Thursday of the month serves as an "orientation" to ASPIRE by providing an overview of the program and helping postdoctoral...
Volunteer to be on a Career Development Committee!
Jun. 5, 2015—Did you enjoy this year's symposium and/or the monthly PhD Career Connections series? Why not join either of the planning committees to organize these events?! Kate Stuart will be meeting with interested trainees during the month of July to help prospective volunteers find the right fit with their career interest. Email Kate Stuart to set...
Apply for the 2015 Grant Writers Coaching Group for NIH Awards
Jun. 5, 2015—Apply Today for the 2015 Grant Writers Coaching Group for NIH Awards September 18-19, 2015 The Westin Buckhead Atlanta, Georgia APPLY TODAY This September, the AAMC will offer the Grant Writers Coaching Group for NIH Awardsfor faculty actively working on a K or R proposal. The workshop will be led by Dr. Rick McGee, Associate Dean...
CDC Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS) recruiting new class of officers
May. 28, 2015—The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS) is now recruiting for the next class of EIS officers. The application period is open through August 17, 2015. EIS is a 2-year fellowship in applied epidemiology that offers a unique combination of on-the-job-learning and service. EIS officers, often called CDC’s “disease detectives,” conduct...
Apply by June 2 for the VU Summer Intensive for Enrepreneurship and Commercialization
May. 28, 2015—This summer, the BRET Office of Career Development is offering a pilot short course for biomedical postdocs and graduate students interested in learning fundamental business principles of commercializing a scientific innovation. The 2015 Summer Intensive for Entrepreneurship and Commercialization will run Mondays and Thursdays from June 22-August 3. Course participants who will break into teams...
Looking for two new fellows: Scientist in the Classroom Program
May. 28, 2015—The Scientist in the Classroom Partnership (SCP) Program at Vanderbilt is looking for two new fellows for the 2015-2016 school year! Each fellow will earn a topping up award of $7000 to participate in the program. The program includes a two-week summer workshop (or 3 weeks – mornings only depending on your placement) for fellows and teachers,...
2015 STEM Think Tank and Conference in Nashville in July
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Special ASPIRE Postdoc Cafe featuring Andrea Stith
May. 15, 2015—Postdocs, join the ASPIRE Program and the Office of Career Development on Thursday, May 28th, 2015 for a special session (in lieu of the regular 9 am time slot) from 4:15-5:15 pm in 350 Light Hall: “Mentoring and Being Mentored- How to Develop this Essential Leadership Skill” Featuring special guest speaker, Andrea Stith, PhD Asst. Dir. for Interdisciplinary Education,...
Junior Associate, Document Control – Operations, Cumberland Pharmaceuticals, Nashville
May. 14, 2015—Cumberland Pharmaceuticals in Nashville, Tennessee, is recruiting for a position within its Regulatory and Scientific Affairs group. See position details below. To apply, send a cover letter/resume to Sasha Boustani (sboustani@cumberlandpharma.com). PART I. Position Title: Junior Associate, Document Control Department: Operations Reports To: Senior Director, Regulatory & Scientific Affairs Date: May 2015 PART II. ...
Patent Agent/Scientific Advisor-Patterson Intellectual Property Law, PC, Nashville
May. 14, 2015—Patterson Intellectual Property Law, PC seeks candidates for the position of Patent Agent/Scientific Advisor. Patterson is a 20 lawyer intellectual property law firm in Nashville, TN. Qualified individuals will have: BS/MS/PhD in one of the following fields: Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Chemical Engineering Biomedical Engineering Computer Engineering Chemistry Biology Biochemistry Industry experience in your field...
From Vanderbilt to AAAS Fellowship Information Panel
May. 13, 2015—The AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellowships provide opportunities for scientists and engineers to learn first-hand about policymaking while contributing their knowledge and analytical skills in the federal policy realm. Learn about the opportunities, process, and outcomes from the personal experiences of alumni Hillary Hager Carter, Nicole Garbarini, and Efrain Garcia as well as current...