Announcements
Upcoming programs through the Vanderbilt Graduate School
Oct. 6, 2021—Maybe it’s not you…. Join our dinner and discussion with social psychologist, Dr. Joseph Brown, to learn more about stereotype threat and how it could affect you over time. Thursday, October 7th at 4:30 PM in Alumni Hall 202. RSVP using the QR code on the flyer Developing your network intentionally! Select and connect with...
English Language Center Programming for Postdocs
Oct. 6, 2021—The English Language Center (ELC) offers a series of academic workshops with a particular language theme and focus. The Academic Workshops are individual sessions that cover topics especially relevant to students and scholars who use English as an additional language. Each session has a particular theme and includes activities, exercises, discussion, and feedback. Workshops are...
Employer Info Session: PRIME PhD Student Opportunity
Oct. 4, 2021—The ASPIRE Program is excited to welcome PRIME, Inc for a virtual employer information session on Monday, October 25, at noon. At PRIME, we are passionate about improving patients’ lives by advancing the delivery of high quality, patient-centered care through research-informed medical education. PRIME’s Scientific Affairs Team is a dynamic group of PhD and PharmD...
15th Annual VPA Symposium – Registration is Now Open!
Oct. 1, 2021—Registration is now open for the 15th Annual VPA Symposium, which will be held in-person, at the Student Life Center (located at 310 25th Avenue South, on Vanderbilt’s campus), on November 1st! This one-day symposium will provide an opportunity for postdocs to network, engage in scientific discussions, and hear about the amazing research being...
Free Virtual Career Blitz For Life Science Graduate Students and Postdocs, Sponsored by UNC-Chapel Hill, October 14th 1-4:30pm CST
Sep. 29, 2021—Virtual Career Blitz For Life Science Graduate Students and Postdocs A career exploration event sponsored by UNC’s Training Initiatives in Biological and Biomedical Sciences (TIBBS) program Date and Time: Thursday, October 14th from 2-5:30pm(EST) Location: Via zoom (links sent to registrants) Please register for the Career Blitz at: https://tinyurl.com/yfjlf75x At the Career Blitz 24+ PhD-trained scientists...
Childcare Options Program, October 7
Sep. 28, 2021—Our graduate students with children are in a difficult position going back to on campus in person learning as they may have childcare concerns if their children are not able to go to school or day care and they do not have access to all of the options that faculty/staff do. Vanderbilt Child and Family...
ORISE to host Experience ORISE Virtual Career Fair: Featuring Internships and Fellowships at EPA
Sep. 28, 2021—On Thursday, Sept. 30, from 12 to 3 p.m. ET, the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) is hosting a virtual career fair to highlight the variety of paid internships, fellowships, and research opportunities available within our Research Participation Program at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). During the event, you’ll have the opportunity...
ASPIRE Internship: Healthcare AI Product Intern, Decode Health & IQuity Labs, Inc., Nashville, TN, remote
Sep. 24, 2021—ASPIRE Internship Opportunity Healthcare AI Product Intern Decode Health & IQuity Labs, Inc. Nashville, TN (remote) Reports to: Jamieson Gray, Chief of Staff, Decode Health & IQuity Labs, Inc. This is a joint internship position with both IQuity Labs, Inc. and Decode Health, Inc. Decode Health Decode Health uses AI and machine learning to...
Creating Work-Life Sustainability, with Donielle Buie
Sep. 23, 2021—We are excited to welcome Donielle Buie virtually on October 4 to hear about how to navigate success in our work-lives and maintain a sustainable pace for both. Following her seminar, Donielle has also offered her time to meet with individuals for a deeper discussion on a variety of topics related to career and life...
Graduate Leadership Institute Workshop: Exploring Concepts of Leadership vs. Followership
Sep. 22, 2021—Exploring Concepts of Leadership vs. Followership Wednesday, October 6th 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. Alumni Hall, Rm 206 Facilitated by Ransford Pinto, PhD Assistant Director for Graduate Programs, Center for Teaching Senior Lecturer, Department of Leadership, Policy, and Organizations Considerable informal leadership training takes place in the role of follower. During this workshop participants will...
Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Optional Practical Training (OPT) workshops for International Students and Scholars
Sep. 20, 2021—Are you an international student or scholar who has considered working off campus or interning for a company in the United States? If you have an interest in working off campus, please sign up for a workshop in advance. The International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) Office will require you to have completed this workshop to apply for CPT...
Vanderbilt Master of Public Health Program Stata Boot Camp
Sep. 17, 2021—Fall 2021 Stata Boot Camp for graduate and professional students, faculty, and staff members in the VU and VUMC communities, as well as all public health professionals Stata This three-day short course is intended for those who need a refresher in the very basics of Stata. The interactive sessions provide students with additional exposure to the statistical software package,...
Postdoctoral Research Opportunities in Science (PROS)
Sep. 17, 2021—Postdoctoral Research Opportunities in Science (PROS) allows students to explore the options for postdoctoral training and learn about the resources at Baylor College of Medicine (BCM). We facilitate the matching of students with faculty who have aligned interests and provide guidance and support to students through the exploration process. A list of interested faculty who...
Cornell Postdoctoral Fellowships in Sustainability and Atkinson-Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) Postdoctoral Fellowships
Sep. 14, 2021—Sustainability Innovation Leaders At Cornell Atkinson, collaborating defines our approach to catalyzing change and creating scalable, lasting impact. Our postdoctoral fellowships reflect this commitment to partnership by teaming postdocs with advisors from both the Cornell faculty and nonacademic organizations. The Cornell Postdoctoral Fellowships in Sustainability and the new Atkinson-Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) Postdoctoral Fellowships stimulate...
Regeneron Postdoctoral Training Program
Sep. 13, 2021—The program consists of: Up to four years of formal postdoctoral training in a program directed by an award-winning educator Exposure to the biotechnology industry’s most successful and innovative scientists Opportunities to pursue cutting-edge biomedical research in a prestigious, well-resourced, and highly dynamic industry environment Weekly postdoctoral scientist meetings to foster scientific rigor, creative thinking,...
Invitation to UIC 5th Annual Career Development Symposium
Sep. 9, 2021—The UIC Postdoctoral Association is pleased to invite graduate students and postdocs to its 5th Annual Career Development Symposium. This event in celebration of National Postdoc Appreciation week and will take place virtually September 20th–24th. We have a very exciting program planned, including two excellent keynote speakers and three different career panels plus networking sessions throughout the week. The event is open to all in...
Women in the Academy Fall 2021
Sep. 8, 2021—The Margaret Cunninggim Women’s Center has announced their Women in the Academy Series Schedule for Fall 2021, with the first session on Wednesday September 22.
Graduate Leadership Institute Fall 2021 Leadership Skills Workshops
Sep. 8, 2021—The Russell G. Hamilton Graduate Leadership Institute Leadership Skills Workshops are running for Fall! See the schedule below
Career Development Series for Graduate Students
Sep. 8, 2021—The Vanderbilt Career Center will be featuring a Career Development Series for Graduate Students. Check out the schedule below, with the first session happening on 9/15! All sessions held via Zoom. RSVP on DoreWays for Zoom instructions.
Take a short survey for VU ASM!
Sep. 7, 2021—The Vanderbilt University student chapter of the American Society for Microbiology (VU ASM) invites you to take a short survey to determine programming priorities for the 2021-2022 academic year. VU ASM strives to promote microbiology research at Vanderbilt, engage in community outreach, establish collaborative networks, and provide support for student and postdoc career development. Membership and participation in...