Call for VSSA symposium judges
Apr. 21, 2021—The Vanderbilt Summer Science Academy (VSSA) is looking for graduate students and post-docs to help judge posters for the VSSA 18thAnnual Student Research Symposium at the end of the summer. This symposium is specifically for undergraduate students who have been performing biomedical research at Vanderbilt this upcoming summer. The symposium will be held August 5th...
April 27 Webinar on Finding Funding Opportunities
Apr. 20, 2021—The Office of the Vice Provost for Research is hosting an upcoming webinar on finding funding opportunities. The webinar is for researchers at all career stages and in all disciplines. Finding Funding Opportunities: Strategies for Success – Register Here April 27, 2021 • 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. CT This session will cover resources to identify federal and...
Job Opportunity: Health Policy Research Analyst CGS Administrators, LLC, remote
Apr. 20, 2021—Health Policy Research Analyst CGS Administrators, LLC BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Nashville, TN https://www.cgsmedicare.com/ About the job Summary Systematically gather, review and synthesize data from published clinical trials, information systems, and other databases to aid in development of evidence-based guidance for health policies. Apply research findings to implement solutions that resolve complex issues. Present research...
Job opportunity: Bioinformatics Scientist, Omega Yeast, Chicago IL
Apr. 20, 2021—Science and beer, what’s not to love? An alumnae recently posted this unique job opportunity for a bioinformatics scientist: OYL-Bioinformatics-Scientist
Job Opportunity: Lead Research Scientist and Science Instructor Position, Baylor School, Chattanooga, TN
Apr. 15, 2021—Lead Research Scientist and Science Instructor Position Baylor School, Chattanooga, TN Baylor School is an independent boarding school located in Chattanooga, TN. They have a unique program called Baylor Research, and, as the name suggests, it provides research experiences for students in their upper school (9th – 12th grade). Baylor School is hiring for the faculty...
Job Opportunity: Project Manager, Center for Precision Medicine, Department of Biomedical Informatics, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN
Apr. 14, 2021—We are looking for a candidate to provide project management support for the Center for Precision Medicine (www.vumc.org/cpm/) in the Department of Biomedical Informatics (https://www.vumc.org/dbmi/). In addition to providing administrative support for Center activities, major responsibilities will consist of management of a federally-funded multi-institutional pragmatic clinical trials network including managing trial activities and assuring the...
BioTN Academic Alliance Virtual Biotech Job Fair (May 1) and Virtual Resume Workshop (Apr 22)
Apr. 13, 2021—The BioTN Academic Alliance has two great events coming up: 2nd VIRTUAL JOB FAIR WHEN: SATURDAY, MAY 1st, 2021 TIME: 8:30 AM TO 1:30 PM (CST) REGISTER HERE FOR FREE! You will be exposed to companies across Tennessee with available biotech jobs who are looking to expand their workforce and wanting to get to know job seekers in...
Game night with the Graduate Women in Science Nashville Chapter
Apr. 13, 2021—The Graduate Women in Science Nashville Chapter is co-hosting a game night with the Tuscaloosa chapter on Thursday, April 22 at 7:30pm This event is open to all new and interested members of the Nashville and Tuscaloosa chapters of Graduate Women in Science! See flyer for more details!
2021 ASPIRE Career Symposium: Writing Panel
Apr. 7, 2021— It’s time for the 2021 ASPIRE Annual Career Symposium: Careers for the Citizen Scientist! WRITING PANEL Friday, May 7 3:00-4:00pm CST Zoom Webinar Register for Writing Panel Dr. Christopher Arnette, PhD, Developmental Editor for Current Protocols, Wiley Dr. Christopher Arnette received his PhD in Cell and Developmental Biology from Vanderbilt University with Dr. Irina Kaverina. His...
2021 ASPIRE Career Symposium: Managing Panel
Apr. 7, 2021—It’s time for the 2021 ASPIRE Annual Career Symposium: Careers for the Citizen Scientist! MANAGING PANEL Friday, May 7 1:30-2:30pm CST Zoom Webinar Register for Managing Panel Dr. Zusi Andrews, PhD, Biologist and Medical Writer, NIH/NCI Dr. Zusi Andrews, PhD, is a trained biologist and medical writer for the NIH (NCI). As a medical writer and science...
2021 ASPIRE Career Symposium: Advocating Panel
Apr. 7, 2021—It’s time for the 2021 ASPIRE Annual Career Symposium: Careers for the Citizen Scientist! ADVOCATING PANEL Friday, May 7 9:00-10:00am CST Zoom Webinar Register for Advocating Panel Dr. Denise Zannino Childree, PhD, Science Policy and Communications Strategist, National Science Foundation (NSF) Dr. Denise Zannino Childree, PhD is a Science Policy and Communications Strategist at the National Science...
Changes coming to the NIH Biosketch format
Apr. 7, 2021—The NIH is changing the NIH Biosketch format effective May 25, 2021. If you are submitting a fellowship or career development award application after that time, be sure you are using the correct format. You can read how the Biosketch form is changing in the announcement, NOT-OD-073.
Capitalizing on Opportunities: Making the Most of the 2021 ASPIRE Virtual Career Symposium
Apr. 6, 2021— The ASPIRE Annual Career Symposium will be here soon, and we are welcoming 13 invited alumni speakers virtually. In addition, many other alumni attendees will be present for small group rotations in a virtual power hour. How can you make the most of the networking opportunities that this event will present? Ashley Brady, PhD,...
“The New D.C.”: VSPG Chat with Dr. Heather Bloemhard—Tuesday, 4/20 at 5pm CT
Apr. 6, 2021—The Vanderbilt Science Policy Group is excited to announce a webinar and discussion with Dr. Heather Bloemhard, Assistant Director of Federal Relations in Vanderbilt University’s Office of Federal Relations. The webinar will take place on Tuesday, April 20th from 5:00-6:00pm CT. We plan to discuss the changes in Washington D.C. that accompany a change in...
Nashville area career fair
Apr. 6, 2021—Vanderbilt is one of several area universities participating in a Nashville area career fair later this week. Employers at the fair include local companies like Aegis Sciences Corporation as well as companies from outside the area. Learn more and register at the career fair website.
Careers in Medical Education
Apr. 5, 2021—The International Association of Medical Science Educators is forming an interest group for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows interested in careers in medical education. Learn more in and sign up here (Careers-in-Medical-Education1) if you are interested in hearing about events they plan to sponsor about careers in this field.
Alan Alda Center workshop, The Essentials, being hosted virtually at Vanderbilt April 15, 1-4pm CST; limited spots available to current postdoctoral fellows
Mar. 31, 2021—The Office of Biomedical Research Education and Training is hosting the 2021 VITA Scholars Symposium which brings biomedical PhD students to Vanderbilt to present their research, learn about the Vanderbilt community and resources, obtain training in scientific communication, and establish a durable, personal mentoring relationship with a Vanderbilt junior faculty member. This unique opportunity in biomedical...
AAUW Start Smart Salary Negotiation Workshop
Mar. 26, 2021—AAUW Start Smart Salary Negotiation Workshop Tuesday, April 6 4:00 PM CT https://bit.ly/3l8eAVo Sponsored by the Vanderbilt Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center
ABRF Chapter MWACD Virtual Event: Why a Career in Cores
Mar. 26, 2021—The ABRF Midwest Association of Chapter Directors (MWACD) is hosting a free virtual event on April 2nd. The event aims to introduce undergraduate, graduate, and community college students to careers in research shared resources. Details are below– registration is required to get the Zoom link.
Job Opportunity: Genomics Research Scientist (part-time), IQuity Labs, Inc. Nashville, TN
Mar. 26, 2021— Job Title: Genomics Research Scientist (part-time) Reports to: Director of Research FLSA Status: Non-exempt Note: This position may evolve over time to full-time employment. IQuity Labs, Inc. uses genomic datasets to detect and monitor chronic disease. At IQuity, we developed game-changing blood tests using RNA data to accurately identify autoimmune disease earlier than...