Job Opportunity: Director of Education Opportunity, Montshire Museum of Science, Norwich, VT
May. 30, 2019—Montshire Education Director Job Posting Montshire Museum of Science Job Description SUMMARY DESCRIPTION The Director of Education provides leadership, vision, and oversight in developing, implementing, evaluating, and growing all aspects of the Montshire’s educational program offerings for children, teen, adult, family, and school and university audiences. The person in this position is a key strategist...
Massive is currently waiving the registration fee!
May. 30, 2019—Massive is currently waiving the registration fee (“If you think a friend should join the consortium, tell them to use the code MEXIA to get free membership!”). It’s a great tool to improve your scicomm abilities (and get paid after your first 2 articles!) Register here: https://massivesci.com/consortium/
Director for STEM Center – Tennessee Tech University
May. 24, 2019—Tennessee Tech University is hiring a Director for their STEM Center. This is a state-of-the-art facility with active faculty engaged in STEM education research and P-12 outreach. The posting is only going to be listed for 10 days (ending May 30). To apply, visit: https://jobs.tntech.edu/postings/11382 Additional information about the Tennessee Tech STEM Center can be...
Drug Discovery and Development Colloquium 2019
May. 20, 2019—The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Student Chapter of the American Association for Pharmaceutical Scientists (AAPS) will be hosting our 6th Annual Drug Discovery and Development Colloquium (DDDC) on the UAMS Campus in Little Rock, Arkansas from Thursday, June 13th to Saturday, June 15th. The UAMS AAPS Student Group invites you to register for this event. All presenting...
Job Opportunity: Healthcare Research Project Manager – VICTR, VUMC, Nashville, TN
May. 15, 2019— Healthcare Research Project Manager – VICTR Requisition Number 1809240 Your Role: Under direct supervision, oversees small projects or phases of larger projects. Responsible for coordinating activities of project team, identifying appropriate resources needed, and developing schedules to ensure timely completion of project. Effectively coordinates the activities of the team by becoming familiar with system scope and...
ASPIRE Trainees Fly to San Diego
May. 13, 2019—By Lorena Infante Lara, PhD La Jolla, San Diego, CA, is home to a sizable life sciences cluster, housing over 1,200 life sciences companies and more than 80 independent and university-affiliated research institutions. For trainees interested in developing a career in the biotech or pharmaceutical industries, La Jolla is a networking and informational gold...
The Writing Studio is open for Maymester and Summer sessions!
May. 9, 2019—During Maymester (May 6-31) and Summer sessions (June 4-August 9), the Writing Studio will offer consultation hours between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday-Friday. Not on campus? Synchronous online appointments are available by request (follow link for request form and procedures). Requests must be made at least 24 hours prior to appointments (and by...
Interested in defense, intelligence, or consulting careers? Attend the DTRA Chem/Bio Defense Science & Technology Conference this November.
May. 9, 2019—The Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) will host the 2019 Chemical and Biological Defense Science & Technology (CBD S&T) Conference at the Duke Energy Convention Center, in Cincinnati, Ohio, November 18-21, 2019. Collaborate with more than 1,500 scientists, program managers and leaders from across the globe who are committed to making the world safer by...
Event: McKinsey Employer Info Session
May. 8, 2019—McKinsey brings together an outstanding group of colleagues from a wide variety of backgrounds to help leading organizations tackle their most complex challenges. We have long been a leader in strategic management and our work in healthcare is growing rapidly. More than 40% of our consultants have advanced degrees in fields outside of business, and...
Job Opportunity: Director, Graduate Faculty Development, UCSF, San Francisco, CA
May. 7, 2019—UCSF is looking for a Director of Graduate Faculty Development! https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/Home/Home?partnerid=6495&siteid=5226#jobDetails=2841780_5226 This is a BRAND NEW position to develop a program of professional development opportunities and resources for faculty who mentor and supervise basic science PhD students. The Director will work in UCSF’s Graduate Division, in close collaboration with other Grad Div staff, the...
Job Opportunity: Data Scientist, XSOLIS, Nashville, TN
Apr. 29, 2019—ABOUT THE COMPANY XSOLIS transforms how healthcare providers and insurers manage care and collaborate towards a smarter future. We help our clients leverage data to effectively support clinical expertise – from managing care transitions to making informed decisions on status, our data science team facilitates operational and financial success for healthcare organizations across the nation....
VUADCC hosts alumna Aparna Shekar, BCG
Apr. 26, 2019—The Vanderbilt University Advanced Degree Consulting Club (VUADCC) is pleased to share an opportunity for an informal, in-person chat with BCG consultant, Dr. Aparna Shekar, on May 9, 2:30-3:30PM. Dr. Shekar received her PhD in Pharmacology in early 2019 and joined BCG shortly thereafter. This is a valuable opportunity to listen to her experience in...
Applying for AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowship Roundtable Discussion
Apr. 26, 2019—Are you interested in a career in science policy? Have you thought about applying for the AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowship Program? Join us for this informative roundtable discussion with Shilpy Dixit, Teddy van Opstal, and Phil Ko, PhD, who have all been through the process of applying and interviewing for this prestigious program. Bring...
Job Opportunity: Assistant Professor of Biology, Cumberland University, Lebanon TN
Apr. 25, 2019—Qualified applicants are sought for a full-time Assistant Professor position in Biology. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities In addition to instructional duties, other responsibilities include assessment, mentoring and advising students, and university service. The biology faculty at Cumberland University work with biology and biochemistry majors, pre-professional and pre-nursing students, and students taking biology for a general...
ASCB Summer Biotech Courses openings still available!
Apr. 25, 2019—Openings Still Available for Both Summer Biotech Courses! Deadline Extended Until April 30 Join one of these week-long, hands-on courses to help you transition to a job in biotech or pharma. Discover the commercial side of science, network, and learn interdisciplinary skills through a team project. On average, more than 50% of past attendees have...
Careers in Pharmaceutical Discovery Day, April 29th
Apr. 18, 2019—Careers in Pharmaceutical Discovery Day is an event organized by the students of the CBID training grant in association with Vanderbilt Institute for Infection, Immunology, and Inflammation (VI4). Highlighted guests include representatives from 4 major pharmaceutical companies: Merck, Genentech, Roche, and AstraZeneca. Presentations will discuss the hurdles, highlights, and day-to-day life of a scientist in...
Beer and Biotech May 9th
Apr. 18, 2019—On May 9, join Life Science Tennessee and the Academic Alliance in Nashville at the Flying Saucer to network with each other, idea share and hear about the latest life science industry news. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nashville-beer-biotech-may-tickets-60467383572
Summer Dissertation Writers’ Retreat (June 3-7)
Apr. 10, 2019—Summer Dissertation Writers’ Retreat June 3-7, 2019 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sponsored by the Graduate School and the College of Arts and Science Dean’s Office. The Writing Studio will host its annual five-day Dissertation Writers’ Retreat June 3-7. Our Writers’ Retreats provide graduate students with loosely-structured time to work individually in a quiet,...
Special Seminar: “Opening the Black Box of Scientific Publishing”
Apr. 10, 2019—Come hear from Brian Plosky, Editor-in-Chief, Molecular Cell. April 15, 12:15 in 1220 MRB III
American Society for Microbiology Student Chapter General Interest Meeting
Apr. 9, 2019—The general interest meeting for the Vanderbilt student chapter of the American Society for Microbiology will be held on April 26th at 4 pm in MRBIII U5202. Anyone who is interested in microbiology careers is welcome, including students, postdocs, and staff. We will be discussing what our group has done in the past as well...