‘Announcements’
Free Online Training: 20 Tips to Become a Networking Ninja
Jun. 5, 2015—Does the word "networking" cause you to break out in sweats? Well, this free online training may be the remedy to your perspiration problem. Discover how you can start building meaningful relationships that are beneficial to your career. Online Training: 20 Tips to Become a Networking Ninja Join us online on Wednesday, June 10 from 2:00-3:00...
Versatile PhD: Careers in Marketing for STEM PhDs (June 8-12)
Jun. 5, 2015—STEM Graduate Students and Postdocs: Versatile PhD will host a free web-based asynchronous panel discussion on Careers in Marketing for STEM PhDs, June 8-12. All panelists are PhDs from STEM fields, including: – a Market Insight Manager at a health insurance company – a Marketing Development Manager at Eastman Kodak – a Data Scientist at...
Life Science Tennessee’s “Ask the Experts” Panel Series, June 8
Jun. 5, 2015—Ask the Experts: Advice on Academic Partners, IP and Regulatory Hurdles for Life Science Start-Ups: June 8, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis, LLP 511 Union Street, Suite 2700, Nashville, Tenn. The "Ask the Experts" panel series is an educational panel discussion for early stage entrepreneurs and researchers who want to...
Volunteer to be on a Career Development Committee!
Jun. 5, 2015—Did you enjoy this year's symposium and/or the monthly PhD Career Connections series? Why not join either of the planning committees to organize these events?! Kate Stuart will be meeting with interested trainees during the month of July to help prospective volunteers find the right fit with their career interest. Email Kate Stuart to set...
Apply for the 2015 Grant Writers Coaching Group for NIH Awards
Jun. 5, 2015—Apply Today for the 2015 Grant Writers Coaching Group for NIH Awards September 18-19, 2015 The Westin Buckhead Atlanta, Georgia APPLY TODAY This September, the AAMC will offer the Grant Writers Coaching Group for NIH Awardsfor faculty actively working on a K or R proposal. The workshop will be led by Dr. Rick McGee, Associate Dean...
Apply by June 2 for the VU Summer Intensive for Enrepreneurship and Commercialization
May. 28, 2015—This summer, the BRET Office of Career Development is offering a pilot short course for biomedical postdocs and graduate students interested in learning fundamental business principles of commercializing a scientific innovation. The 2015 Summer Intensive for Entrepreneurship and Commercialization will run Mondays and Thursdays from June 22-August 3. Course participants who will break into teams...
Looking for two new fellows: Scientist in the Classroom Program
May. 28, 2015—The Scientist in the Classroom Partnership (SCP) Program at Vanderbilt is looking for two new fellows for the 2015-2016 school year! Each fellow will earn a topping up award of $7000 to participate in the program. The program includes a two-week summer workshop (or 3 weeks – mornings only depending on your placement) for fellows and teachers,...
Volunteer Opportunity: Editor, BRET Newsletter: Results and Discussion
May. 11, 2015—The BRET Office of Career Development is seeking a volunteer Editor to assist in the preparation and publication of the biannual newsletter, "Results and Discussion". This newsletter highlights research accomplishments of BRET graduate students and postdoctoral fellows and features stories on activities and resources available to BRET trainees. We are seeking a motivated and organized...
Science Translational Medicine editorial features NIH BEST program
May. 8, 2015—A recent Science Translational Medicine editorial describes the goals and scope of the NIH Broadening Experiences in Scientific Training (BEST) funding program. The BEST program is testing novel ways for institutions to broaden traditional research training and prepare biomedical trainees for diverse research- and research-related careers. Vanderbilt University was one of the first 10 institutions to receive an NIH...
AAAS 2015 Student Essay Competition, Science and Human Rights Coalition
Apr. 29, 2015—Undergraduate and graduate students are invited to participate in the AAAS Science and Human Rights Coalition Essay Competition. This essay competition was created to inspire students to explore connections between human rights and science, engineering and the health professions. Students may write on any topic at the intersection of science and/or technology with human rights. Submissions should be...
New podcast series about medical writing and journalism
Apr. 27, 2015—If you're interested in a career in medical writing, check out this new podcast series, Medical Writers Speak, from medical writer Emma Hitt Nichols, PhD. In this free podcast, Dr. Nichols interviews medical writers and journalists about their career path and insights into surviving and thriving in the profession.
ACS Summer Institute Applications accepted now
Apr. 23, 2015—Upcoming Institute Date: August 3-7, 2015 Location: ACS Headquarters, Washington, DC Class of 2013 Photo Credit: ACS Publications Visit the site for more information. About the ACS Publications Graduate Student & Postdoc Summer Institute ACS Publications will hold its annual Graduate Student & Postdoc Summer Institute program this summer as part of its ongoing innovation process....
2015 Summer Intensive for Entrepreneurship and Commercialization
Apr. 15, 2015—Are you interested in a career in business, entrepreneurship, technology transfer, or consulting? If so, then SAVE THE DATES! This summer, the BRET Office of Career Development hopes to offer a free short course, the Summer Intensive for Entrepreneurship and Commercialization, for biomedical sciences postdocs and PhD students (see attached syllabus). Limited to 20 participants and designed to...
Writing Your Federal Resume: a Virtual Presentation
Apr. 14, 2015—Writing Your Federal Resume: This FREE virtual presentation will explain each section of the job opportunity announcement (JOA) in an effort to better inform applicants and to assist them in selecting the right job. The presentation will highlight a 3 part process to assist applicants in writing their Federal resume. Attendees will be shown a real JOA and...
Data Management for Clinical Research Vanderbilt Coursera course
Apr. 3, 2015—Learn critical concepts and practical methods to support research data planning, collection, storage and dissemination.
2015 BRET Annual Career Symposium: Science Careers That Put Your Communication Skills to Work!
Apr. 3, 2015—The BRET Office of Career Development, in partnership with the Vanderbilt Medical Alumni Association and training grants in biomedical sciences, are happy to announce the annual Career Symposium – “Science Careers That Put Your Communication Skills to Work!” — on Friday, May 29, 2015, at the Student Life Center on the Vanderbilt University campus. Explore many...
Join the VZNIGHT Team
Mar. 27, 2015—
CTTC Driving Innovation Forward newsletter highlights alumna Wenyue Du
Mar. 26, 2015—Vanderbilt's Center for Technology Transfer and Commercialization Office highlighted BRET alumna Wenyue Du in her new role with Cedars-Sinai. Check out the full article on page 6.
Science Education and Outreach Summer Internship Opportunity at the Broad Institute
Mar. 20, 2015—The Office of Education and Outreach at the Broad Institute of Harvard and MIT is seeking an Education and Outreach intern from June 1-August 15, 2015. This position has typically been geared toward undergraduate students, but the Director is flexible in entertaining the possibility of a filling the position with a graduate student or postdoc. If you...
Mid-Atlantic Case Competition at the NIH in April
Mar. 18, 2015—The Vanderbilt University Advanced Degree Consulting Club is gathering a team to the attend Mid-Atlantic Case Competition held by the GSCB (UVA) and FCC (NIH) on Friday, April 17th, 2015 at the NIH campus, MD. This is great opportunity for students and postdocs to explore consulting as a career and showcase their skills in front of consultants from top firms,...