Announcements
Life Science Tennessee’s Day on The Hill- Feb 24, 2026
Feb. 5, 2026— Life Science Tennessee members, researchers, and stakeholders from across Tennessee will come together at the State Capitol in Nashville to advocate on behalf of our industry. We’ll meet with state lawmakers to discuss how we can better support our companies, research institutions, teachers, and entrepreneurs as we continue growing our bioscience economy. Register to...
2026 McKinsey Recruiting Program for APD Candidates
Feb. 5, 2026—Consulting firm McKinsey & Co is looking for APD candidates to begin their career journey. Advanced Professional Degree (APD) candidates are those working toward the following degrees: PhD (including postdocs), MD (including medical interns, residents, and fellows), JD, PharmD, etc. Non-MBA Master candidates must have at least four years in between the completion of their...
Job Opportunity: Postdoctoral Fellowship, UNC Carolina Institute for Developmental Disabilities (UNC-CIDD), Chapel Hill, NC
Feb. 5, 2026—UNC Carolina Institute for Developmental Disabilities (UNC-CIDD) is recruiting three (3) postdoctoral fellows, starting this summer, for our NIH-funded T32 Postdoctoral Research Training Program in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities, which is co-directed by Mark Shen and Ben Philpot. Our T32 program emphasizes research training in both the biological basis and clinical manifestations of neurodevelopmental disabilities (NDDs). Continuously funded by NICHD since...
Funding Opportunity: 2026 Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation Grants
Feb. 4, 2026—PCRF’s focus on providing emerging research and translational grants allows researchers to prove their ideas, then reach for even larger grants. The Emerging Investigator Fellowship is designed to support Post-Doctoral Fellowships and Clinical Investigator training for emerging pediatric cancer researchers to pursue exciting research ideas. To apply, view the PCRF Emerging Investigator Fellowship LSO application...
Funding Opportunity: ADA Pathway to Stop Diabetes Awards
Feb. 4, 2026—The Pathway to Stop Diabetes Program intends to attract brilliant scientists approaching the peak of their careers in diabetes research, and to accelerate their research progress by providing the necessary resources and support for conducting transformative science. The ideal applicant will propose innovative research with the ultimate goal of improving the lives of people at risk...
PhD Career Stories: Scientific Liaison and Marketing
Feb. 3, 2026—Scientific Liaison and MarketingFriday, March 6 • 10:00 AM • Light Hall 208 Join us an ASPIRE PhD Career Stories with Afrida Rahman-Enyart, Senior Marketing Manager at Proteintech. In this session, Afrida will share her journey from academic neuroscience to industry, highlighting how scientists can transition into roles in scientific liaison work, product strategy, and...
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Training Program in Molecular Therapeutics for Pediatric Cardiology
Feb. 2, 2026—CHOP is recruiting postdocs for our NHLBI-Funded Research Training Program in Molecular Therapeutics for Pediatric Cardiology. This outstanding postdoctoral program, now in its 27th year, is a collaborative effort, based in the Cardiac Center at CHOP, that involves mentored research training from leading scientists at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and the University of Pennsylvania School of...
2026 Tax Workshop: How to Complete your Grad Student or Postdoc Tax Return
Feb. 2, 2026—The Graduate School and Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, with support from the Office of Biomedical Research Education and Training, have partnered with Dr. Emily Roberts of Personal Finance for PhDs to offer three tax return preparation workshops for tax year 2025. The workshop, How to Complete Your Grad Student or Postdoc Tax Return (and Understand...
VU sponsoring graduate students to attend 2026 AAAS CASE workshop
Jan. 30, 2026—Vanderbilt University will be selecting and sponsoring up to four graduate students to attend the 2026 Catalyzing Advocacy in Science and Engineering (CASE) workshop in Washington, D.C., from April 12-15, 2026. Hosted by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), the CASE workshop is an opportunity for students in STEM and social science disciplines...
Postdoc Peek at Rutgers Health
Jan. 28, 2026—Rutgers Health and Rutgers Brain Health Institute (BHI) invite senior graduate students and early postdoc fellows to apply for Postdoc Peek, a two-day, all-expenses-paid, on-campus visit on May 19–20, 2026. Participants will explore postdoctoral training and research opportunities in a wide variety of disciplines at Rutgers, connect with faculty, and learn about life and research across Rutgers campuses. Learn...
Transition to Industry webinar via Torrey Pines Training Consortium
Jan. 26, 2026—Transition to Industry: February 25-26, 2026 The Torrey Pines Training Consortium has developed this course for early career scientists who are considering transitioning to a career in industry. Instructors and panelists with extensive industry experience will share their insights and provide guidance to help clarify the pathway to establishing a successful career in industry from...
2026 Virtual Career Expo
Jan. 23, 2026—Are you looking for an internship, postdoc, fellowship or full-time role? As a trainee at Vanderbilt, you are invited to attend the GCC Virtual Career Expo (VCE). This free virtual job fair brings together employers from the fields of STEM, Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences seeking advanced degree talent (Masters, PhDs, Postdocs and Alumni). ...
Gulf Research Program’s Science Policy Fellowship
Jan. 22, 2026—The Gulf Research Program’s Science Policy Fellowship helps scientists gain first-hand experience applying science to policy as they spend one year on the staff of federal, state, local, or non-governmental agencies in the Gulf region. With the guidance of a mentor, fellows delve into activities like policy development, evaluation, restoration planning, grants management, and stakeholder...
‘What to Look for When Searching for a Postdoctoral position: A Perspective from St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Jan. 14, 2026— St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is hosting a virtual information session on ‘What to Look for When Searching for a Postdoctoral position: A Perspective from St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital’ by Prasiddhi Neupane, Academic Recruiter II, Academic Programs Office Friday, February 6, 12:00 pm EDT via Webex Link to Register: Webex St. Jude Children’s...
ASPIRE UP: Resumes & CVs
Jan. 13, 2026—ASPIRE Up: Resumes & CVs will take place on Thursday, April 2nd at 11:00 AM in Light Hall 419. This session will be led by Kim Petrie, PhD, Director of the ASPIRE Program and Assistant Dean for Biomedical Career Development. In this session, we will discuss the differences between CVs and resumes, when to use...
CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellowship
Jan. 13, 2026—Applications for the CCST Science & Technology Policy Fellowship are now open! As CCST Fellows, PhD scientists, engineers, and social scientists spend one year in Sacramento, California, working as staff in the State Assembly, State Senate, a State Agency, or Offices of the Governor. Fellows get a front-row seat learning about the craft and process...
ASPIRE with SciPhD: Hybrid Business of Science Certificate Program
Jan. 12, 2026—The ASPIRE Program is excited to partner with SciPhD this semester and offer the self-paced hybrid module Business of Science Certificate Program. We will be offering 25 seats to this program and will be kicking things off in February with a group introductory session on Thursday February 19th at 11:30a (lunch provided). There will also...
ASPIRE Internship: AIMBE Science Diplomacy and Public Engagement Intern (Remote)
Jan. 9, 2026—ASPIRE Internship Opportunity: AIMBE Science Diplomacy and Public Engagement Intern (Remote) February 2026-May 2026 1400 I St NW, Ste #235 Washington, DC 20005 About The American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE): AIMBE is a nonprofit organization headquartered in Washington, D.C., representing the most accomplished individuals in the fields of medical and biological...
ASPIRE Internship: AIMBE Data Analysis and Science Communication Intern (Remote)
Jan. 9, 2026—ASPIRE Internship Opportunity: AIMBE Data Analysis and Science Communication Intern (Remote) February 2026-May 2026 1400 I St NW, Ste #235 Washington, DC 20005 About The American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE): AIMBE is a nonprofit organization headquartered in Washington, D.C., representing the most accomplished individuals in the fields of medical and biological...
Start in France program for early-stage scientific talent in innovation is back for its 2nd Edition in 2026: deadline March 31, 2026
Jan. 6, 2026— Good news! The #StartinFrance program is back for its second edition in 2026! Are you a scientific project leader or proof-of-concept developer based in the USA and eager to explore the dynamic French innovation ecosystem? This program is made for you! Start in France offers a unique training and immersion experience tailored to early-stage...