Job Opportunity – STEM Lecturers in Biology, UNC-Chapel Hill
Sep. 27, 2013—The positions involve assisting with innovative Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) course redesign of introductory biology courses and teaching 2-3 classes per semester in courses such as Introductory Biology, Ecology and Evolution, Genetics and Molecular Biology, Cell and Developmental Biology and Human Anatomy and Physiology. The successful candidates will also contribute to the implementation...
Job Opportunity – Scientist/Senior Scientist at BioSeek, South San Francisco
Sep. 27, 2013—Job Title: Scientist/Senior ScientistJob Code: DRx020-2013Department: R&DStatus: ExemptReports To: Senior Director, Research BiologyLocation: South San Francisco, CA DESCRIPTION A Scientist/Senior Scientist position is currently open at BioSeek, a division of DiscoveRx for a highly motivated and innovative scientist with strong technical and collaborative skills. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting scientific research in...
Job Opportunity – Lab Head at HHMI-Janelia Farms
Sep. 27, 2013—The application deadline is 2PM ET November 15, 2013. Highlights Access to unparalleled scientific and technical facilities Internally funded, requiring no extramural grants No formal teaching responsibilities Minimal administrative duties Learn more and apply online at www.janelia.org/sci
Job Opportunity: Life Sciences Consultant, Putnam Associates, Burlington, MA
Sep. 26, 2013—Are you looking to develop your strategic expertise in the life sciences – one of the most dynamic, challenging and rewarding fields for consultants? Putnam Associates is hiring bright, driven PhDs, MDs and Post-docs with a passion for the life sciences, offering them the rare opportunity for… Deep Learning – an unparalleled opportunity to acquire deep...
Job Opportunity: Strategy Analyst, Global Academic Relations, Elsevier, Amsterdam
Sep. 25, 2013—Strategy Analyst, Global Academic Relations–SCI00188 Description Elsevier is the world’s leading provider of scientific, technical and medical (STM) information, tools and resources. A global company based in Amsterdam, Elsevier partners with scientists, researchers, healthcare providers, educators and decision-makers in academic institutions, governments and corporations to help them find, evaluate and use information. Our breadth of...
Job Opportunity: Research Program Manager (remote), Susan G. Komen Foundation
Sep. 25, 2013—Basic Function Provides support for and applies scientific expertise for Request for Application–driven research grants application and review processes. Drafts and manages production schedule and master calendar for research grant application and review. Assists the Manager, Scientific Grants in the drafting of application and review materials, policies, instructional guidelines, and marketing plan. Collaborates with Scientific Grants Managers to...
Presidential Management Fellows program to add pilot STEM track
Sep. 18, 2013—It was created more than three decades ago by Executive Order. Historically, the PMF program was designed for public policy students, but PMF opened to all degree programs in 1982. In 2010, the program changed again to allow applications both from graduate students who will finish their advanced degree in the upcoming academic year, as...
Research Associate Scientist, R&D, Caerus Disovery
Sep. 18, 2013—Caerus Discovery is looking for a Research Associate or Scientist to join our R&D group. The candidate will join a small team to support development of subtractive immunization protocols and monoclonal antibodies. Qualifications: Master’s or PhD degree in Biological Science, or equivalent, with 1-5 years of relevant laboratory experience Hands-on hybridoma development experience required Immunology...
Abbott Virtual Information Sessions about Internships
Sep. 18, 2013—In preparation for the upcoming 2013-14 Abbott recruitment season, Abbott is hosting several virtual information sessions for students to learn more about the Abbott Internship Program and Abbott Rotational Development Programs. While most of these programs are most suitable for undergraduates, Abbott is developing a new internship opportunity in regulatory affairs/QA that may be a good fit...
Staff Scientist, Toxicologist, National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences
Sep. 17, 2013—The National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking a dynamic, highly motivated scientist with specific expertise in Neurotoxicology to serve as a Staff Scientist in the Toxicology Branch of the National Toxicology Program (NTP). The NTP provides toxicological evaluations on substances of public health concern. The...
To Connect or Not To Connect
Sep. 16, 2013—This recent blog post from Allison Vaillancourt for the Chronicle of Higher Education outlines some of the pros and cons of being an “open networker” on LinkedIn. For the most part, I agree with Allison’s approach. Like Allison, I value “quality” over “quantity.” I rarely connect with people I don’t know, and this includes current...
Job Opportunity: Assistant, Associate or Professor, Diabetes and Endocrinology, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital
Sep. 16, 2013—The Divisions of Endocrinology and Developmental Biology at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital (http://www.cincinnatichildrens.org) are currently accepting applications for faculty positions at the Assistant, Associate or Professor level. Ideal candidates will join a multidisciplinary research community to investigate the developmental, cellular and molecular basis of diabetes and endocrinological diseases. Candidates with a MD, PhD, or MD/PhD with...
Vanderbilt professors to teach Coursera course on data collection/management in clinical trials
Sep. 13, 2013—The course is available to anyone at no cost (regardless of location or institution affiliation) and will run approximately 5-weeks. In this first-run of the course, we will likely not be offering certificates or credit – but believe the content should be valuable to anyone interested in data collection/management and clinical & translational research. We...
Job Opportunity: Assistant/Associate Professor of Biology, Bethel University
Sep. 12, 2013—The candidate must have a M.S. in the biological sciences, however a Ph.D. is preferred. Teaching responsibilities will vary depending on needs of the Biology Department. Personal and student involved research is encouraged but is not required. The biology department provides instruction to students majoring in biology, pre-professional health studies, pre-pharmacy, environmental science, nursing, and...
PhD Career Connections: Science Outreach (October)
Sep. 12, 2013—PhD Career Connections presents Science Outreach Panel Discussion Speakers include: ReGina Etter, Melissa Fischer, and Kimberly Mulligan Thursday, October 10, 2013 8:30-9:30am Location: PRB, Room 206 Co-sponsored by the Vanderbilt Center for Science Outreach. Advance registration requested. Bios for the speakers: Melissa A. Fischer, Ph.D.Dr. Fischer received her B.S. in Genetic Bioengineering from...
Job Opportunity: Bain & Co. hiring in China
Sep. 11, 2013—We are recruiting Associate Consultants for the class of 2014. Bain & Company is a leading global management consulting firm with 50 offices in 32 countries. Since our founding in 1973, we have worked for over 5,000 clients in virtually every industry. Bain’s Hong Kong, Shanghai and Beijing offices, primarily cover the Greater China region, but our consultants are often...
Job Opportunity: Global Recruitment for administrative positions at the NIH
Sep. 10, 2013—You can save time by applying to their global recruitment announcements within the NIH community! Applying to these announcements allows you to be considered for multiple positions within the NIH. Here are the open vacancies for the current week: Health Scientist Administrator/Program Officer, GS-0601-12/13/14 (Bethesda, MD) Health Scientist Administrator/Scientific Review Officer, GS-601-13/14 (Bethesda, MD) Health...
Job Opportunity: Staff Scientist, Translational Gerontology Branch, NIA
Sep. 10, 2013—The TGB conducts studies aimed at understanding the changes that occur with aging in health status and physical and cognitive function, under the direction of the Branch Chief, Luigi Ferrucci, M.D., Ph.D. The TGB has a multifaceted research portfolio that includes several ongoing clinical and epidemiological studies in humans and a number of mechanistic studies...
Job Opportunity: Tenure-Track “Earl Stadtman Investigators” (Trans-NIH)
Sep. 10, 2013—Scientific discoveries from our intramural laboratories, with their extensive infrastructure and critical mass of expertise, have a crucial role in both maintaining America’s research excellence and advancing medical treatments and cures. Come join the team whose hallmarks are stable funding, intellectual freedom, shared resources, and access to a wide range of scientific expertise. We seek...
Job Opportunity: Technology Development Specialist Technology Transfer and Intellectual Property Office, NIAID
Sep. 10, 2013—The technology development specialist will be responsible for advising on and performing the full range of support services that facilitate the transfer of new technologies and research materials, particularly to the private sector, for further research or commercial development as appropriate. The specialist provides advice, guidance, and assistance to NIAID staff on issues relating to...