Workshops and Seminars
Apply now for the free PAIR-UP Advanced Imaging Workshop for Black Imaging Scientists
Feb. 29, 2024—Anyone who has developed a quantitative light microscopy image-based assay has had to face the fundamental image analysis questions: What they want to measure? How precise these measurements must be for drawing meaningful conclusions from their experiments. There is really no such thing as a ‘one size fits all’ image analysis workflow or software that,...
Gateway to Guidehouse Life Sciences consulting summer program accepting apps
Feb. 28, 2024—We invite Advanced Degree Candidates interested in gaining a first-hand experience in Life Sciences consulting to apply to Guidehouse’s 2024 Gateway to Guidehouse Life Sciences Summer program. Join us at our Chicago office to learn about our firm and practice, network with our consultants and leadership team, and develop real-world consulting skills through a simulated...
Boston University virtual open house for prospective postdocs
Feb. 26, 2024—Boston University’s Professional Development and Postdoctoral Affairs is pleased to be offering a virtual open house for prospective postdocs that will be held on March 27th and March 28th, 2024. The open house will allow prospective postdocs to learn about the various research opportunities, the postdoc experience at BU, and professional development topics. The program will...
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...
Invitation to attend PAIR-UP Imaging Workshop hosted by MBL
Feb. 18, 2024—Get ready to embark on a journey into the world of imaging at the upcoming PAIR-UP Imaging Workshop hosted by the prestigious Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL)! This isn’t just any workshop; it’s an opportunity open to all, tailored to empower Black Imaging Scientists at the faculty and postdoctoral levels, and we want YOU to be...
Work- Life Workshops
Feb. 14, 2024—
VUWiSE event: Women in STEM Symposium 2024
Feb. 12, 2024—Please come join us for the Women in STEM Symposium on the March 22. The evening will feature amazing speakers and fun workshops. This annual exciting event is the perfect opportunity to network and hear from other women in the industry!
Diverse Funding Opportunities to Support Trainees at Every Career Stage
Feb. 9, 2024—The Pharmacology Department’s DEI Committee in alliance with the Vanderbilt Center for Addiction Research will be hosting Dr. Marguarite Matthews for a special event titled “Diverse funding opportunities to support trainees at every career stage” on Monday, April 22nd, 2024 at 10am in room Light Hall 512. Dr. Marguarite Matthews is a Program Director in the...
Torrey Pines Virtual Event: Transition to Industry, Feb 21-22
Jan. 30, 2024—Please find information below about our 2024 Transition to Industry workshop, developed and organized by the Torrey Pines Training Consortium. All interested graduate students and postdoctoral scholars are welcome to attend this online event. Early registration rates are available through Monday, February 5th at https://t2i-2024.eventbrite.com. Event flyers are attached, and more information is available on...
Authoring Your Career Story
Jan. 25, 2024—Authoring Your Career Story: Graduate and Postdoctoral Scholars: Own and Communicate Your Story for Career Success We are all writing stories with the lives we lead. Do you know what career story you’re living out, or aspire to live out? How do your values, interests, and skills influence your story? Join us for a workshop...
Peak Performance Workshops
Jan. 10, 2024—Attend the Peak Performance workshop events for graduate and postdoc students. Find the dates and event details on the attached flyer. Scan the QR code on the flyer to register.
Apply to the ExCEL Scholar Award Competition
Nov. 4, 2023—The Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Center (MECCC) ExCEL Committee is pleased to announce the second annual ExCEL Scholar Award Competition. The MECC is seeking mid- to late-stage postdoctoral researchers with outstanding research achievements who are preparing to transition into an independent position in academia. Selected candidates will be invited to present their research at the ExCEL Symposium...
AAUW Start Smart Salary Negotiation Workshop
Oct. 24, 2023—
Employer Panel and Networking: Career Paths for Graduate Students and Postdoctoral Scholars
Sep. 28, 2023—Panelists will include: Jennifer Oldham Communications Director, The Healing Trust https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-oldham-o22/ VU Alumna – MTS Theology Kavya Sharman, PhD Founder and CEO Phase Capital https://www.linkedin.com/in/kavyasharman/ VU Alumna – B.A. Neuroscience and PhD, Chemical and Physical Biology John Vick, PhD Director, Office of Primary Prevention, TN Department of Health https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-vick-ph-d-a5375915/ VU Alumnus – M.S....
Life Science Washington Institute Workshop
Sep. 26, 2023—Join Life Science Washington Institute for a free “Learn By Doing” workshop presented by SciPhD on October 6, 10, 12, and 16, 2023 from 12:00 – 4:00 PM. With an increasing number of available jobs shifting from academia to industry settings, understanding the skills necessary to compete for and succeed in an industry position is...
Tax workshop for International Postdoctoral Fellows
Aug. 29, 2023—ASPIRE international postdoctoral fellows are invited to attend a tax workshop for international students. This is a two-part workshop. Details for the second session would be communicated at a later date. The first session is scheduled: Date: Friday October 13, 2023 Time: 11:00am Venue: Light Hall 411ABCD/ Virtually Check the attached poster for details and...
Employer Info Session: Guidehouse Life Sciences Consulting
Aug. 25, 2023—The BRET Office of Career Development ASPIRE Program and the Vanderbilt Career Center is excited to welcome Guidehouse Life Sciences Consulting to campus for an Employer Information Session. Employer Info Session: Guidehouse Consulting Wednesday, September 6 4:00pm Light Hall 214 Register to attend. On the morning of Thursday, September 7, Guidehouse will be meeting with...
Workshops and peer review sessions for applicants to the 2024 NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program
Aug. 11, 2023—The NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program is a prestigious fellowship opportunity for early-stage STEM graduate students, including PhD students in the biosciences. The NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Fellowships provide 3 years of funding for graduate education in a STEM field, and PhD students must apply no later than fall of the second year in their PhD...
English Language Center Course for Postdocs
Aug. 1, 2023—The English Language Center (ELC) will be offering Academic Communication for Postdocs during the fall semester. The course is offered as a service of the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs and the ELC. There is no additional charge to you for the class. This course will offer postdoctoral scholars and researchers opportunities to practice academic communication skills to...