Announcements
PhD Career Stories panel – Regulatory Affairs
Feb. 25, 2025—Join us Wednesday, March 5, 10am in Light Hall 208 to hear about the career journey of Dr. Kelly Gordon and Dr. John Brogan. PhD Career Stories: Regulatory Affairs Wednesday, March 5 10:00am Light Hall 208 Registration requested. J.T. Brogan Ph.D., R.A.C., is a regulatory affairs and biopharmaceutical professional with a background spanning scientific research,...
2025-2026 Young Researcher Innovation Grants (YRIG)
Feb. 24, 2025—Deadline: February 28, 2025 URL: https://cmtrf.org/young-researchers-innovation-grant/ Description: YRIG Predoctoral Grants are intended to support promising predoctoral fellows in the conduct of research projects aimed at testing new and innovative ideas that will expand or advance drug development for Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) disease. Awards will be prioritized to applicants that propose research projects with strong scientific merit...
ASPIRE’s Curated Career Resources: Medical Writing and Communication
Feb. 21, 2025—If you are interested in a career in writing or communications, having a portfolio of writing samples (in addition to your peer-reviewed journal articles) will be important, as will being able to showcase other ways you’ve been involved or gained experience. Take a look to see if any of these ideas might be helpful to...
New Nashville meet-up for women in tech founded by an alum: I.T. Girls: First meeting, March 19 at 5:30pm
Feb. 14, 2025—Are you Interested in getting more involved with the local tech scene? A new meet-up for women in tech is just getting started called I.T. Girls and it is founded by one of our biomedical Vanderbilt alums. Their first meetup will celebrate women’s history month by talking about the impact of women on tech. Wednesday,...
TA’s needed for March course
Feb. 12, 2025—Two TAs are needed for the Intro to Translational Research course this March. You must attend the five discussion sessions (schedule attached). You would also other minor duties, including helping with grading. This is a great opportunity to get some teaching experience!! Introduction to Translational Research: IGP 8002-17 This module teaches students core principles involved...
PhRMA Foundation webinar: Pfizer’s Postdoctoral Research Opportunities 2/25, 1pm CST
Feb. 6, 2025—A postdoctoral fellowship at a pharmaceutical company offers a chance to get your foot into the door of industry. As part of Pfizer’s Research & Development Postdoctoral Program, scientists engage in ground-breaking research, while making valuable connections with industry professionals. In this PhRMA Foundation webinar, we’ll share an overview of Pfizer’s postdoc program and how...
2025 Virtual Career Expo for PhDs and Postdocs
Feb. 5, 2025—As a graduate student and postdoctoral fellow at Vanderbilt University, you’re invited to attend the 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). Event Details Date: Wednesday, March 5, 2025 Time: 11am-3pm...
ASPIRE Internship: Medical Writing, Boudicca Dx, LLC, Brentwood, TN (remote)
Feb. 5, 2025—Medical Writing Intern March – July 2025 Brentwood, TN About Boudicca Dx., LLC Boudicca Dx is a company focused on developing and providing innovative precision medicine solutions. We provide clinical, commercial, product development, regulatory, technical, and quality compliance consulting services to clients, including biopharmaceutical companies, clinical laboratories (Laboratory Developed Tests [LDTs]), diagnostic developers (In Vitro...
Virtual Postdoc Preview with Brown University
Feb. 3, 2025—The Office of University Postdoctoral Affairs (OUPA) is excited to announce a Virtual Postdoc Preview for individuals interested in learning more about postdoctoral training at Brown University. This event is scheduled for Wednesday, March 12, 2025, from noon to 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time via Zoom. Please click here for more information or click here to...
Investing Competition with S Phase Bio
Jan. 31, 2025—Wednesday, February 12, 5:30pm Wond’ry ESB 434 Remote Zoom option available Pizza included for in-person attendees All participants must RSVP! About Us: S Phase Bio Club is a biotechnology club based at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN. Our mission is to help advanced degree candidates and researchers build the skills they need to succeed...
AstraZeneca 10-week Summer Internship
Jan. 31, 2025—Are you interested in a career with AstraZeneca? Applications are opening this February 14th for 10-week Summer Internship Programmes! https://careers.astrazeneca.com/early-talent
Beware of Job Scams
Jan. 29, 2025—Job scams are becoming more common in today’s competitive job market. Scammers often promise high salaries and easy employment, but in reality, they aim to exploit your personal and financial information. To help protect you from falling victim to one of these scams, we have gathered resources that discuss examples of job scams and red...
VU sponsoring graduate students to attend 2025 AAAS CASE workshop
Jan. 25, 2025—Vanderbilt University will be selecting and sponsoring up to four graduate students to attend the 2025 Catalyzing Advocacy in Science and Engineering (CASE) workshop in Washington, D.C., from April 6-9, 2024. 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...
Biopharma Industry Interview Tips
Jan. 24, 2025—BioPharma Industry Interview FAQ Tips for preparing for pharma industry interviews: Have 8-10 good example stories you can tell – see behavioral interview question resources below. They are looking to see if you are going to be a good team player – have some examples of this. Be ready to explain anything you listed on...
Job Opportunity: Associate Program Officer, Coalition for Aligning Science, remote possible
Jan. 22, 2025—Open Position: Associate Program Officer Location: Maryland / DC / Virginia (remote options possible) Posted – Jan 2025 | Desired Fill Date – Q1 2025 Who Is This Job For? Are you ready to shape the future of biomedical research? Join our boutique startup that partners with visionary family offices to launch cutting-edge...
Job Opportunity: Director, Innovation & Venture Creation, PureTech Health
Jan. 21, 2025—The Director of Innovation & Venture Creation at PureTech Health (www.puretechhealth.com) is an entrepreneurial role that will spearhead starting subsidiary companies (“Founded Entities”) from scratch, building them and spinning them out. The role entails leading searches for and performing the subsequent diligence on opportunities that could be the basis of a new company. The Director...
Women in the Academy: Dangers Seen and Unseen: Navigating the Socio-political & Emotional Landscape of Academia
Jan. 21, 2025—Join the Margaret Cuninggim Women’s Center and friends for our January Women in the Academy session, Dangers Seen and Unseen: Navigating the Socio-political & Emotional Landscape of Academia on Tuesday, January 28th at NOON on ZOOM. This month’s panel will feature Drs. Lauren Campbell, Jenny Davis, and Rich Milner. Register and share today by clicking here or using the link below....
NASA Virtual Info Session for Grad Students and Postdocs
Jan. 21, 2025—Join the Vandy GPS Team for a Virtual Info Session with NASA! Exciting news for grad students and postdocs! The Vandy GPS Team is hosting a virtual info session with NASA to provide valuable insights into the Pathways Internship Program. This event is an incredible opportunity to learn about internships that can pave the way...
Join the 2025 Academic Laboratory Management & Leadership Symposium (ALMLS)
Jan. 16, 2025—Join the 2025 Academic Laboratory Management & Leadership Symposium (ALMLS) We’re thrilled to share an exciting opportunity for postdocs and senior graduate students: the Academic Laboratory Management & Leadership Symposium (ALMLS). This course is organized by postdoc career development administrators from The Torrey Pines Training Consortium (TPTC), which includes the Salk Institute for Biological Studies,...
Virtual Postdoc Preview with Brown University
Jan. 16, 2025—Virtual Postdoc Preview: Discover Postdoctoral Training at Brown University The Office of University Postdoctoral Affairs (OUPA) is excited to announce an upcoming Virtual Postdoc Preview for those interested in learning more about postdoctoral training at Brown University. This event will take place on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time...