Pfizer Pharmaceutical Careers and Postdoctoral Opportunities Educational Event in Cambridge, MA – November 04, 2022
Jul. 25, 2022—Pfizer Pharmaceutical Careers and Postdoctoral Opportunities Educational Event is an opportunity for PhD students within 12 months of graduation to attend a hybrid event at Pfizer to learn more about the Pfizer Worldwide Research, Development and Medical Postdoctoral Program. Benefits of attending this event: Learn about the pharmaceutical career track and Postdoc opportunities at Pfizer. Opportunity to present PhD...
Job opportunities: Additional Ventures Foundation, Senior Program Manager and Program Officer, remote.
Jul. 22, 2022—The Additional Ventures Foundation (https://www.additionalventures.org/), a new, private foundation focusing its biomedical efforts on addressing a rare heart condition (single ventricle defects), is seeking candidates for the roles of Senior Program Manager for their internal, genomics-focused initiative, as well as a Program Officer to manage post-award grants and grantee outreach. Detailed descriptions are attached. Each role offers...
ASPIRE Biomedical Scientist’s Toolkit: Preparing to Mentor
Jul. 20, 2022—Thursday, March 21, 2024 11am Light Hall 411 Join Ashley Brady, Ph.D., Assistant Dean of Biomedical Career Engagement and Strategic Partnerships and Associate Professor of Medical Education and Administration, as she shares tips and strategies for mentoring undergraduate and rotation students. Learning how to help others learn, grow, and be more effective will also help you...
ASPIRE Biomedical Scientist’s Toolkit: Applying for Fellowships & NRSAs
Jul. 20, 2022—Thursday, May 2, 2024 11:00am Location: Light Hall 411 Kim Petrie, PhD Assistant Dean for Biomedical Career Development, Associate Professor of Medical Education and Administration Join Kim Petrie, Assistant Dean for Biomedical Career Development, for a presentation about applying for fellowships to fund biomedical PhD and postdoc training. Topics will include an overview...
ASPIRE workshop on Preparing for a Faculty Career and Job Search
Jul. 19, 2022—Are you considering a career as a research- or teaching-focused faculty member, or going on the faculty job market this fall? If you answered, “YES,” to either of these questions, then this upcoming workshop is for you! On August 19 and August 22, 2022, the ASPIRE Program will host, “Preparing for a Faculty Career and...
Research Fellowship Opportunity: Immune response following vaccination and infection with SARS-CoV-2 and other viruses, FDA – Silver Springs, MD
Jul. 19, 2022—Position Type: Two research fellowship positions on Viral Pathogenesis and Immunobiology are available immediately in the Lab of Retrovirus Research, CBER, FDA at the White Oak Campus, Silver Spring, Maryland. Position Description The ongoing research performed involves study of SARS-CoV-2, Influenza, Ebola, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). We are presently addressing humoral immune responses following...
PhD Career Stories: Forensic Science
Jul. 18, 2022—Join us for the first PhD Career Stories of the semester! The ASPIRE program will be hosting Dr. Eric Warren, co-owner of SEP Forensic Consultants. Hear all about a career path in forensic science from a fellow Vanderbilt alumnus. Registration is requested Dr. Eric Warren has been a Forensic Scientist in Firearms Identification and Crime Scene...
Audition for the Vanderbilt Commodore Orchestra
Jul. 18, 2022—The Vanderbilt Commodore Orchestra is a student-run orchestra that brings together talented performers from the entire Vanderbilt community to share great music. The orchestra is inviting auditions for the fall semester. Auditions are open to all Vanderbilt undergraduates, graduate and professional students, postdocs, staff, and faculty. If you play a classical instrument and want to...
Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans
Jul. 15, 2022—The Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans is a $90,000 merit-based fellowship exclusively for immigrants and children of immigrants who are pursuing graduate school in the United States. The rigorous selection process is focused on identifying the most promising New Americans who are poised to make significant contributions to the nation through their...
ASPIRE Biomedical Scientist’s Toolkit: Let’s Rumble
Jul. 15, 2022—Thursday, May 4, 2023 11:00 am Location TBD RC Stabile, Ed.D. Associate Director of Trainee Well-being Biomedical Research Education & Training (BRET) “Let’s Rumble” As authored by Dr. Brene Brown, A rumble is a discussion, conversation, or meeting defined by a commitment to lean into vulnerability, to stay curious and generous, to stick with...
ASPIRE Biomedical Scientist’s Toolkit: A Fair Look-How to Review a Paper
Jul. 15, 2022—Thursday, March 2, 2023 11:00 am Location Light Hall 350 Kathy Gould, Ph.D., Senior Associate Dean for Biomedical Research, Education and Career Development and Louise B. McGavock Professor, Department of Cell and Developmental Biology Reviewing scientific manuscripts is an important skill to develop during your training, is a critical service to the scientific community...
ASPIRE Biomedical Scientist’s Toolkit: A Next Step- Getting a Postdoc
Jul. 15, 2022—Thursday, October 27, 2022 11am Light Hall 214 Thursday, April 6, 2023 11am Location TBD Join Kathy Gould, Ph.D, Professor, Department of Cell and Developmental Biology and Senior Associate Dean for Biomedical Research Education and Training (BRET) to discuss how to begin preparing for a postdoc position. When should you apply? How should you apply?...
ASPIRE Biomedical Scientist’s Toolkit: Grant Resources at Vanderbilt
Jul. 15, 2022—Thursday, October 6, 2022 11:00am Location Light Hall 214 Description: Please join Abigail Brown Ph.D., BRET, Director, Outcomes Research to learn how Vanderbilt can help you write your grant. Will cover the many grant writing resources available to Vanderbilt researchers to help produce strong grant applications. For more information on upcoming sessions: https://medschool.vanderbilt.edu/career-development/aspire-biomedical-scientists-toolkit/
Job Opportunity: Sr. Program Manager, Office of Research, VUMC – Nashville, TN
Jul. 14, 2022—Description The Office of Research is seeking a Sr. Program Manager to help launch and manage VUMC’s new Brock Family Center for Applied Innovation and support institutional strategy programs. The ideal candidate is a biomedical scientist with industry experience and an interest in healthcare entrepreneurship and academic-industry partnerships. Deadline: August 1, 2022 Contact Info. /...
Job Opportunity: Postdoctoral Research Associate, Functional Genomics of circular RNAs in Alzheimer Disease – St. Louis, MO
Jul. 13, 2022—This position is located at the NeuroGenomics and Informatics Center, Department of Psychiatry, Washington University in St. Louis. Description The Cruchaga Lab, member of the NeuroGenomics and Informatics Center, is recruiting a motivated, creative, self-driven Postdoctoral Research Associate to functionally characterize the role of circular RNAs (circRNAs) in Alzheimer disease (AD). CircRNA is a new...
Wond’ry Quantum Studio, fall 2022, applications now open
Jul. 12, 2022—Applications are now open for the Wond’ry Quantum Course! Quantum computing, as a domain, is currently experiencing a breakthrough as it is becoming applicable in sectors such as chemistry, finance, machine learning et al. Although the quantum industry keeps growing faster daily, there is a shortage of quantum talent in the world. Thus, the Wond’ry...
Janssen Scholars of Oncology Diversity Engagement Program (SODEP)
Jul. 12, 2022—We are delighted to announce the launch of the Janssen Scholars of Oncology Diversity Engagement Program (SODEP): details are available at www.janssensodep.com. SODEP consists of three steps: Exposure to industry at the virtual Janssen Oncology Day (September 14, 2022 – 150 Participants), an all-day program that will provide an overview of the various opportunities within science and medicine, providing a...
Fellowship Opportunity: Biomedical Technology Transfer Fellowship at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) – Silver Spring, MD or Remote
Jul. 8, 2022—Description The Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) carries out research to develop infectious disease countermeasures and to benefit brain health through studies to enhance our understanding of sleep, traumatic brain injury prevention/treatment and psychological resilience. WRAIR’s Technology Transfer Office (TTO) is offering an opportunity to learn about the policies and laws that drive...
Fellowship Opportunity: Science Education Research – Dual Science Education and Research Program Mentorship – Silver Spring, MD
Jul. 8, 2022—Description The Walter Reed Army Institute of Research carries out research to develop infectious disease countermeasures and to benefit brain health through studies to enhance our understanding of sleep, traumatic brain injury prevention/treatment and psychological resilience. The Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) is seeking fellows interested in science education and science education research. WRAIR...
Postdoctoral Research Associate – circular RNA in Alzheimer’s disease, The NeuroGenomics and Informatics Center, Washington University – St. Louis, MO
Jul. 8, 2022—Description The Cruchaga Lab, member of the NeuroGenomics and Informatics Center, is recruiting a motivated, creative, self-driven Postdoctoral Research Associate to investigate the role of circular RNAs (circRNAs) in Alzheimer’s disease (AD). CircRNA is a new category of non-coding RNAs, that result from backsplicing events and are highly expressed in the central nervous system, especially...