Job Opportunity: Science Associate, American Association of Immunologists, Bethesda, MD
Aug. 5, 2014—THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF IMMUNOLOGISTS, BETHESDA, MARYLAND The American Association of Immunologists (AAI), a professional biomedical research association, seeks scientist to assist with activities including writing assignments and assisting in the peer-review and editorial process for a major scientific journal. This is a full-time, exempt position. Advanced degree (Ph.D., or related) in biological science; fluency...
PhD Career Connections: Management Consulting with Laura Terry + small group opportunity
Aug. 1, 2014—The BRET Office of Career Development presents: PhD Career Connections: Management ConsultingFriday, September 129:00-10:00AMLight Hall 214 featuring Laura Terry, PhD, consultant, McKinsey & Co. Reservations kindly requested through Eventbrite. **There will be two separate small-group workshops with Dr. Terry later that day. You must register and attend the morning PhD Career Connections series to attend...
Job Opportunity: Scientific Editor, Journal of Experimental Medicine, New York, NY
Jul. 31, 2014—JOB DESCRIPTION: The Journal of Experimental Medicine seeks a scientific editor to work in collaboration with the in-house scientific editors and the academic editorial board to attract and identify high-quality manuscripts in the diverse fields covered by the journal. Under the general direction of the Executive Editor, the successful candidate will help oversee all aspects...
Job Opportunity: Interdisciplinary Program Director, National Science Foundation, Arlington, VA
Jul. 30, 2014—Become a part of our mission to maintain and strengthen the vitality of the US science and engineering enterprise. For over 60 years, the National Science Foundation (NSF) has remained the premier Federal agency supporting basic research at the frontiers of discovery across all fields, as well as science and engineering education at all levels....
Job Opportunity: Health Science Communications Coordinator, Kelly Government Solutions, Rockvale, MD
Jul. 30, 2014—Kelly Government Solutions is a strategic supplier and business partner to the federal government and its key suppliers. Through our partnership with the National Institutes of Health, Kelly Government Solutions offers administrative, IT, engineering, scientific, and healthcare professionals the opportunity to work with one of the most prestigious research organizations in the world. We are...
Conference opportunity for biomedical engineers interested in science policy
Jul. 28, 2014—AIMBE is hosting a Public Policy Training Institute on September 3-5 in Washington, DC geared toward educating and informing participants about the public policy landscape that surrounds health and regulatory science. Attendees will learn from some of Washington’s top insiders about the role of policy in shaping the scientific enterprise. Sessions with confirmed speakers are highlighted below. ...
American Medical Writers Association annual conference, Oct 8-11 in Memphis
Jul. 25, 2014—The AMWA Annual Conference is the ultimate resource for medical communicators around the world, offering educational and networking opportunities beyond compare in the field. Join the AMWA’s 74th Annual Conference from Oct 8-11 in Memphis. Learn more about the conference here: http://www.amwa.org/events_annual_conference
PhD Career Connections: Nonprofit Administration and Program Management
Jul. 24, 2014—We welcome Maryrose Franko, PhD, Executive Director of Health Research Alliance for our August PhD Career Connections. PhD Career Connections: Nonprofit Administration and Program Management Wednesday, August 9th 11:00am – 12:00pm Light Hall 214 Registration is requested. Maryrose Franko is the Executive Director of the Health Research Alliance (HRA) a multi-national consortium of nonprofit organizations working to maximize...
Job Opportunity: Policy and Program Analyst, Ripple Effect, Rockville, Maryland
Jul. 23, 2014—BackgroundThe National Institutes of Health (NIH) is the leading supporter of biomedical research in the world. Ripple Effect is looking for someone with breadth and depth to work with our Federal clients at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) – someone who is solution-oriented and uses determination and creativity as a regular part of the...
Job Opportunity: Science Policy Analyst, The American Association of Immunologists, Bethesda, Maryland
Jul. 23, 2014—The American Association of Immunologists (www.aai.org), a professional society of research scientists, seeks a Science Policy Analyst to provide scientific expertise to the AAI public affairs program. Duties include analyzing and responding to relevant issues affecting biomedical research and supporting various AAI programs and activities. Ph.D. in immunology or related field, post-doctoral research experience, and...
Job Opportunity: Senior/Junior Scientific Officer, Ripple Effect, Fort Detrick, Maryland
Jul. 23, 2014—Ripple Effect is seeking highly qualified candidates who will be available upon contract award in September 2014. Project DescriptionThe Congressionally Directed Medical Research Program within the Department of Defense funds biomedical research in response to the expressed needs of its stakeholders – Congress, the American public and the military. CDMRP requires an experienced and cohesive team of...
Funding Opportunity: Kaluza Prizes, Deadline July 31
Jul. 22, 2014—In 2014 the American Society for Cell Biology, in collaboration with Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, is awarding three cash prizes ($5,000, $3,000, and $1,000) to honor academic excellence in graduate student research. Seven other finalists will receive travel awards to attend the ASCB/IFCB Meeting in Philadelphia, PA, December 6-10. Six of the top 10 finalists...
Job opportunity: Data Analyst, NextGxDx, Franklin, TN
Jul. 21, 2014—NextGxDx provides an online genetic testing marketplace that offers healthcare professionals and hospitals the ability to access up-to-date listings of all genetic tests fromm CLIA-certified laboratories, view pertinent information about each test, order tests online, and manage results electronically within the HIPAA-compliant portal. By providing clinicians with a one-stop-shop to search, compare, and order genetic...
McKinsey & Co application deadline on Sunday, July 20
Jul. 18, 2014—McKinsey application deadlines are this Sunday! 2015 Full-time Associate Opportunities Full-time Application Deadline: Applications accepted online now through July 20, 2014 Full-time Interviews: August through September 2014 If you like the idea of a career alternative that will stimulate and challenge you, along with the opportunity to work with highly motivated colleagues in a supportive, team-based environment, please visit...
Be a FOCUS co-leader for Fall 2014
Jul. 17, 2014—If you are interested in gaining teaching experience, please consider serving as a FOCUS co-Leader for the Fall semester of 2014. FOCUS sessions are small group literature discussions for first year graduate students. Two co-leaders will be paired with a faculty member and mentored through the process to teach small group discussion sections. The...
Internship Opportunity: White House Public Service Leadership Program, Washington DC
Jul. 17, 2014—The White House Internship Program provides a unique opportunity to gain valuable professional experience and build leadership skills. This hands-on program is designed to mentor and cultivate today’s young leaders, strengthen their understanding of the Executive Office and prepare them for future public service opportunities. The White House Internship Program’s mission is to make the...
Teaching Opportunity: Dept of Biological Sciences needs TAs
Jul. 11, 2014—The Department of Biological Sciences needs TAs to serve in the introductory lab, BSCI 110B this Fall semester. The commitment is typically 12-15 hours per week on average. BSCI will pay 30% of your stipend for the Spring semester. If you are interested, please contact Dr. Steve Baskauf (steve.baskauf@Vanderbilt.Edu) for details of what your duties would be....
Job Opportunity: AGTC Senior Research Associate – Preclinical Research & Development
Jul. 10, 2014—Job Description MissionThe Preclinical R&D Senior Research Associate is responsible for implementing a scientific plan, and working independently in the lab with minimal supervision Reporting Relationship• The Senior Research Associate will report directly to the Director, Preclinical Research & Development Essential Duties and Responsibilities Construct, characterize, and manufacture rHSV helpers for rAAV production Small scale...
5 Most Promising Biotech Jobs By 2022
Jul. 10, 2014—In this recent article from BioSpace, Angelina Rose explains the 5 most promising biotech positions by 2022: Biomedical Engineer, Biostatistician, Biochemists and Biophysicists, Nuclear Technicians, and Medical Scientist. “Foretelling the future of the American workforce is difficult—unless you’re a psychic with a crystal ball. The rest of us must rely on an array of data if we want to predict where the best...
Funding Opportunity: The Wellcome Trust/DBT India Alliance Senior and Intermediate Fellowships in Biomedical Research
Jul. 10, 2014—Senior Fellowships: For researchers with a proven track record of leading an independent research group to establish or expand their research programme in India. For applicants with 7-15 years of post-PhD research experience. Intermediate Fellowships: For postdoctoral researchers who want to establish an independent research career in India. For applicants with 4-7 years of post-PhD...