Path to Career Resources
Where Can You Find Biomedical-sciences Focused Jobs?
May. 12, 2025—Updated April 2025 There are many websites that list job openings broadly, as well as others tailored to specific sectors such as academia, industry, non-profits, policy, or science communication. If you have a particular organization or company in mind, it’s always a good idea to visit their careers page directly to check for current opportunities....
Want to Stand Out? Upskill with AI
May. 7, 2025—In a world where research is moving faster than ever, having technical expertise is not enough. Fortunately, you can stay ahead by integrating generative AI into your toolkit. Understanding how to use AI tools effectively for writing, planning, and editing is becoming a must-have skill. While many think generative AI can easily write for you,...
Article: “A Timeline for Job Search Success” in Inside Higher Ed
Mar. 31, 2025—Job searching is a lot like house hunting—to be ready to jump on the right opportunity when it arises, you’ll need to start preparing early, Ashley Brady writes. Check out the article by ASPIRE’s Dr. Ashley Brady in Inside Higher Ed for the Carpe Careers column. A Timeline for Job Search Success
ASPIRE’s Curated Career Resources: Data Science and Programming Resources
Feb. 14, 2025—Professional Societies/Organizations: Greater Nashville Technology Council: https://technologycouncil.com/ SciPy – get involved with the Python community (https://scipy.org/community/) and check out their annual conference (https://conference.scipy.org/) Twitter/X: @SciPy_team and @SciPyConf Campus Resources: Vanderbilt Data Science Institute: https://www.vanderbilt.edu/datascience/ Seminars series and workshops Join mailing list to stay informed: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSepIvOvAPUJ2UDAUvupDfms3AZwTth4v-T0vcviaA8DpHyo5g/viewform Vanderbilt Libraries https://www.library.vanderbilt.edu/digital-lab/events/ The Vanderbilt Libraries provides access to O’Reilly...
How to navigate and de-risk your next career move in biotech Pros, cons, and tips for every stage
Feb. 6, 2025—How to navigate and de-risk your next career move in biotech Pros, cons, and tips for every stage By Emily Gransky Found at https://rapport.bio/ CULTURE | BIOTECH https://rapport.bio/all-stories/2025-how-to-navigate-and-de-risk-your-next-career-move-in-biotech Updated January 31, 2025 Since the original version of this article was published in 2023, the market has continued to be tight for biotech investment. New companies continue to...
ASPIRE’s Curated Career Resources: Clinical Research
Feb. 5, 2025—ASPIRE’s Curated Career Resources: Clinical Research Professional Societies: ACRP (Assn of Clinical Research Professionals) (student membership $60) https://www.acrpnet.org/ Local Chapter: http://community.acrpnet.org/communities/community-home?CommunityKey=ed542d20-85c0-4d30-9720-4721a2b4a14a#_ga=1.182706337.600391592.1483993187 “Introduction to Clinical Research”- free 1-day program offered the day before the start of the annual conference– designed to provide students and postdocs with information about career opportunities in clinical research and local networking...
Nature Masterclasses, now available to trainees
Nov. 14, 2024—Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center provides paid access to the Nature Masterclasses on- demand training courses for all Vanderbilt University and Vanderbilt University Medical Center faculty, staff and trainees. Nature Masterclasses provide professional development training for researchers via bite-sized, on-demand courses. Your access is tied to your institutional email domain: vumc.org or vanderbilt.edu. For easy, step-by-step instructions...
National Institutes of Health Clinical Research Courses!
Oct. 1, 2024—The NIH Office of Clinical Research Education and Collaboration Outreach (OCRECO) is now offering two engaging online courses in clinical research: Introduction to the Principles and Practice of Clinical Research – Learn how to conduct clinical research effectively and safely. Learn more about this course here. Principles of Clinical Pharmacology – Learn the fundamentals of clinical...
Unique Opportunity: Takeda Postdoctoral Fellowship Program
Sep. 4, 2024—The Takeda/Northeastern Fellowship Recruitment Team welcomes you to apply for the Takeda Postdoctoral Fellowship Program: We are excited to share that Takeda, in collaboration with Northeastern University, is accepting PhD candidates for Takeda’s Post-doctoral Fellowship Program. This offers a unique opportunity for PhD students to explore various functional areas within: Global Medical Affairs (GMA) Clinical Science...
Alumni Profile: Sonja Fulmer, PhD
May. 29, 2024—Meet Sonja Fulmer, PhD’14, a graduate of Chemical and Physical Biology Program who is now the deputy director of the Digital Health Center of Excellence in the Center for Devices and Radiological Health at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Visiting Scientist Program (VSP)
Apr. 17, 2024—Are you ready to be immersed in an unmatched experience with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in the largest forensic laboratory in the world? The FBI Visiting Scientist Program (VSP) is an educational training program, administered by ORISE, designed to connect its participants with unique resources and progressive research at the Forensic Science Research...
Join us for Princeton’s GradFUTURES Forum- graduate professional development conference April 8-12
Mar. 26, 2024—The GradFUTURES team in Princeton’s Graduate School are pleased to invite you and your graduate students and postdocs to our 5th annual GradFUTURES Forum, the graduate student professional development conference on April 5- 12. With inspiring keynote speakers, interactive workshops and career panels, the event offers opportunities for meaningful professional growth and exploration of diverse futures within and beyond...
Biotech 2024 Discover How to Transition to A Job in Biotech, Medtech, Or Pharma Virtual Course
Mar. 12, 2024—If you’re considering transitioning to a job in biotech, medtech, or pharma, then join us for Biotech 2024. During this week-long, virtual, hands-on course, you’ll discover the business side of science, network, and learn interdisciplinary skills through a team project. About 75% of attendees now have jobs in industry, regulatory affairs, or tech transfer. Virtual...
Registration for the 2023-2024 NIH Introduction to the Principles and Practice of Clinical Research (IPPCR) course is open!
Feb. 25, 2024—Interested in expanding your clinical research knowledge base? Registration for the 2023-2024 NIH Introduction to the Principles and Practice of Clinical Research (IPPCR) course is open! The NIH Office of Clinical Research Education and Collaboration Outreach (OD/OCRECO) offers this free, self-paced online course now through August 1, 2024. Graduate students, post-doctoral scholars, medical, dental, and...
Bridge To BCG Consulting Workshop
Feb. 21, 2024—Join the Boston Consulting Group for a Bridge to BCG immersive workshop designed to help you test-drive the BCG case team experience. As a Bridge to BCG participant you will: Think strategically while solving a case in a realistic BCG case team simulation Team with Bridge participants and BCG consultants to understand the why and...
Upcoming Webinar Series: Debuting Your Research Career- How to Plan for and Write Your First (or Next) NIH Grant Application
Feb. 21, 2024—The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) is hosting a virtual grant writing webinar series entitled – Debuting Your Research Career: How to Plan for and Write Your First (or Next) NIH Grant Application. This monthly webinar series is free and open to all to pre and post-doctoral fellows, clinician-scientists, as well as early-stage...
Free Master Classes for Every Career Stage
Feb. 8, 2024—Have you browsed our free Science Journalism Master Classes recently? Whether you’re new to science writing or established in the field, these courses will help you sharpen your ability to find and vet story ideas, craft effective pitches, report and write impactful stories, and more. Each course drills into one skill or habit, presented in a series...
Participate in SciLine’s “Understanding the media” training for scientists on February 22, 2-3pm ET
Feb. 8, 2024—SciLine has facilitated thousands of interactions between scientists and journalists, always with the goal of adding research-backed evidence and context to news stories. We know that “the media” can seem like a black box to scientists and that speaking to reporters can be confusing or even intimidating. This free, one-hour course—designed specifically for media-curious scientists...
Data – and AI-Intensive Research Program (Summer 2024)
Feb. 5, 2024—Michigan Institute for Data Science extends an invitation to Vanderbilt’s faculty, research staff, and students to join two programs aimed at improving data science and AI expertise. Please be aware that Vanderbilt must put forward nominations for individuals to participate. Interested in the event? Find the event details below: Dates: June 17 – 22, July...
University of Michigan School of Medicine Postdoc Preview Event
Jan. 31, 2024—The University of Michigan Medical School will be hosting an in-person Postdoc Preview recruiting event this spring, May 9-10, 2024! The Spring event awards up to 20 applicants the opportunity to explore the extensive postdoctoral research and training opportunities available at U-M. During a fully-funded two-day visit, candidates will interview with prospective mentors, network with our...