Start Smart Salary Negotiation Workshop and Equal Pay Day events
Mar. 22, 2019—The Vanderbilt Women’s Center will be conducting a Start Smart Salary Negotiation Workshop on April 4. Be sure to register here, and catch the other great Equal Pay Day events the week of April 1.
Biostatistics Research for Clinical Studies – U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services (HHS)
Mar. 21, 2019—Reference Code HHS-BARDA-2019-0001 The Division of Clinical Development (DCD) within the Biomedical Advanced Research and Defense Authority (BARDA) (part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services) provides technical support for all the clinical studies funded and sponsored by BARDA, and the application of innovative clinical trial design is critical in meeting the challenges of the advanced development of...
Careers in Science Policy: Q&A with Kei Koizumi
Mar. 19, 2019—Careers in Science Policy: Q&A with Kei Koizumi Thurs, March 28, 2019; 4:00 – 5:30 pm Featheringill Hall, Rm 138 RSVP requested: https://calendly.com/ruth-schemmer/sci-policy-careers Kei Koizumi is a Senior Advisor in Science Policy at the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). He joined AAAS in February 2017 after 8 years as Assistant Director for...
VU Printing Services has a new Digital Storefront
Mar. 17, 2019—Vanderbilt University Printing Services is pleased to share our new online print fulfillment system. With a modern, intuitive interface, you can use Digital Storefront to customize and order official Vanderbilt stationery products, upload files for custom print jobs, invitations, cards, signs, posters (student posters too!), banners, flyers, spiral bound notebooks, and we even print thesis...
Developing and Sustaining a Mentoring Relationship
Mar. 15, 2019—Women in the Academy presents “Developing and Sustaining a Mentoring Relationship” Janet Macdonald, Assistant Professor of Chemistry Vanessa Beasley, Associate Provost and Dean of Residential Faculty Beverly Moran, Professor of Law and Sociology Lucius Outlaw, Professor of Philosophy Friday, March 29 12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m. Sarratt 216/220 Lunch provided on a first-come basis
Recognizing and Overcoming the Imposter Syndrome
Mar. 15, 2019—Women in the Academy presents “Recognizing and Overcoming the Imposter Syndrome” presented by Maureen Gannon, Professor of Medicine Tuesday, March 26 4:00 p.m. Community Room, Central Library Reception to follow
East, West Coast Courses to Help Grad Students & Postdocs Transition to Biotech
Mar. 15, 2019—The American Society for Cell Biology (ASCB) is offering two week-long courses this summer to help them transition to careers in biotech. Of 130 participants from 2014-2016, 70% now have nonacademic jobs in industry, regulatory affairs, or tech transfer; the remainder are still in training or in academia. Moreover, the cohorts have remained close networking...
Being Human: the Nexus of Science and Spirituality
Mar. 15, 2019—Next week, Vanderbilt is hosting a series of events is to foster inclusive discussions about science that appeal to individuals of diverse worldviews, including different faith traditions as well as those who subscribe to no faith at all. The keynote presentation and the panel will include perspectives on science pedagogy with cultural awareness and sensitivity, the...
Critical Data Viz Workshop
Mar. 15, 2019—If you are interested in data science, check out this workshop hosted by Purdue University. Space is limited and travel support is available. Critical Data Viz Workshop: An introduction to the ethics and practice of data visualization May 20 – 24, 2019 Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana Center for Science of Information Deadline to apply/register...
ACRP Annual Conference in Nashville–volunteers wanted! April 12-15, 2019
Mar. 15, 2019—The Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) annual conference is in Nashville (!!) this spring and they are seeking volunteers to help at the conference, April 12-15. More information about the conference and the ACRP can be found here at their website: https://2019.acrpnet.org/ Sign-up if you are interested and we will contact you with more...
TennCare Career Day on March 22
Mar. 11, 2019—The Vanderbilt MPH Program is co-sponsoring TennCare Career Day on March 22 from 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. The event is free and lunch will be provided. See below for more information. TennCare-Career-Day-Agenda-3.22.2019
Vanderbilt Data Science Institute Symposium
Mar. 9, 2019—If you’re interested in learning more about data science, check out Vanderbilt’s Data Science Institute Symposium on Friday, April 26. Advance registration is requested
Postdoctoral Position in Epigenetics and Breast Cancer Risk – Johns Hopkins University
Mar. 9, 2019—The Zahnow laboratory in the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins has an immediate opening for a funded postdoctoral fellow to conduct research into how alcohol alters the epigenome in breast tissue and increases the risk of breast cancer. Highly motivated candidates within 2 years of earning their Ph.D. are sought. A track...
2019 PhD and Master’s Virtual Career Expo
Mar. 8, 2019—On March 20, 2019, Vanderbilt University is participating in the Virtual Career Expo for PhD and Master’s Students sponsored by the Graduate Career Consortium. The Virtual Career Expo is an opportunity for graduate students and postdoctoral fellows to interact with employers online via live-chat sessions. Learn which employers are attending and what to expect at the...
Event: How to Give a Lightning Round Talk: Tips for the Annual Symposium
Mar. 6, 2019—The Lightning Round Talk at the Annual Postdoctoral Symposium is designed to be an introduction to your research and poster to generate interest in all the great things we do as postdocs. Think of it as a 5- 10 min elevator speech. During this session, we’ll answer all your questions about how to deliver a...
Graduate Student Critical Conversations Series
Mar. 5, 2019—Critical Conversations Series for Graduate Students These programs are most suitable for students in PhD programs but are open to all Graduate School students. These sessions will be held on the Wednesdays noted below, from 4:00 – 5:00 PM in Alumni Hall. Please RSVP as specific room location will be based on number of attendees. Communication...
Vanderbilt MPH Program Information Session Thursday, March 14
Mar. 4, 2019—The Vanderbilt MPH Program is hosting an Information Session on Thursday, March 14 at 4:00 p.m. in Buttrick Hall 310 for any interested faculty, staff, or students who want to learn more about public health at Vanderbilt.
ASPIRE Internship: Utilize Health Marketing and Sales Operations Intern, Nashville, TN
Mar. 2, 2019—ASPIRE Internship Opportunity: Utilize Health Marketing and Sales Operations Intern Nashville City Center Building (1st Tennessee Bank Building) 511 Union Avenue Nashville, TN ABOUT US: At Utilize Health, we’re focused on creating a better healthcare experience for patients and a cost savings for health plans. We do this by providing health plans with a specialized...
ASPIRE Internship: Health Research Alliance (HRA) and Council on Government Relations (COGR) NFRI Partnership Coordinator
Mar. 1, 2019—ASPIRE Internship Opportunity: Health Research Alliance (HRA)* and Council on Government Relations (COGR)** Nonprofit Funder- Research Institution (NFRI) Partnership Coordinator Intern Reston, Virginia Take advantage of the opportunity to work with research institutions and nonprofit funders to address pressing issues in these research partnerships. The NFRI Partnership is tackling challenging issues including intellectual property and...
Life Science TN’s Beer and Biotech: March 14
Feb. 28, 2019—The Academic Alliance is the leading host of Life Science Tennessee’s Beer & Biotech events. On March 14, join us in Nashville as our members and friends socialize at Flying Saucer to network with each other, idea share and hear about the latest life science news from interesting speakers. Thu, March 14, 2019 5:30 PM...