‘Announcements’
Join the National Postdoctoral Association for $10!
Sep. 9, 2015—During the month of September, the National Postdoctoral Association is offering annual memberships to individual postdoctoral fellows for the discounted rate of $10 (regular individual rate is $35). NPA Individual Members receive the following benefits: Subscription to NPA e-alerts, a periodic news announcement, and The POSTDOCket, the NPA’s official quarterly newsletter; Reduced registration fees to the NPA Annual...
Volunteer for VSVS
Sep. 8, 2015—Vanderbilt Student Volunteers for Science is a service organization in which Vanderbilt students go out in groups of 4 or 5 to teach middle school children in metro Nashville schools science lessons. These lessons are quite simple and are all detailed in a manual which is provided for every team member. VSVS requires a VERY LOW TIME COMMITMENT: only about...
List of science policy fellowships
Sep. 8, 2015—Interested in a career in science policy? A policy fellowship or internship is a great stepping stone to a career in this area. This blog post from Discover has a list of science policy internship and fellowship opportunities for scientists and engineers. http://blogs.discovermagazine.com/intersection/2009/04/09/policy-fellowships-for-scientists-engineers/#.Ve8OSxFVhBe
Apply for the 2016 AAAS Fellowship Program
Sep. 3, 2015—The AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowships (STPF) provide opportunities for professional development and public service. AAAS, as part of its mandate to advance science and serve society, operates the S&T Policy Fellowship Program. The aim is to foster scientifically informed, evidence-based policy and practice by involving scientists and engineers from a broad range of...
Internships with Congressman Jim Cooper
Sep. 3, 2015—Interested in a career in science policy? Congressman Jim Cooper, who represents Tennessee's 5th District in the United States House of Representatives, has internship opportunities in Nashville and Washington, D.C. for college students, graduate students, and recent graduates. The application deadline for the spring internship session (runs from January to May) is December 12. For more information &...
Alumni? Continue to learn with us for IPPCR ASPIRE Module!
Aug. 28, 2015—The ASPIRE Program and the BRET Office of Career Development welcome everyone from the surrounding clinical research community as well as alumni to join us for this free NIH Clinical Center Course, Introduction to the Principles and Practice of Clinical Research (IPPCR). Vanderbilt is a registered remote webcast site for the course that will be offered on...
ASPIRE Teaching Intern, Anatomy and Physiology I, Belmont University, Nashville, TN
Aug. 28, 2015—ASPIRE Teaching Internship Opportunity: Anatomy and Physiology I course Class Lecture/Discussion: Mondays & Wednesdays 8:00-8:50 am Course-associated laboratory: Tuesday and Thursday 11:00 am -12:50 pm Includes opportunities to assist in a gross anatomy laboratory OR Anatomy and Physiology I course Class Lecture/Discussion: Mondays & Wednesdays 9:00-9:50 am Course-associated laboratory: Tuesday and Thursday 1:00 -2:50...
NEW!! Vanderbilt’s STEM Pedagogy Journal Club
Aug. 27, 2015—Are you interested in learning more about teaching? Join us at the inaugural meeting of Vanderbilt’s STEM Pedagogy Journal Club– a student-driven initiative for graduate students and postdocs interested in teaching science at the undergraduate level. We will discuss teaching theory, teaching techniques, and the latest in research on science education. No previous teaching experience needed,...
ASPIRE Teaching Internship at Fisk University: Biochemistry I
Aug. 24, 2015—Teaching Internship: Biochemistry I Course Class Lecture/Discussion: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:00- 2:30 pm Course-associated laboratory: Wednesday’s from 3:30- 6:30 pm (or as late as it takes) Fisk University 1000 17th Avenue North Nashville, TN 37208 Fisk University is a small, historically black liberal arts university with a history of excellence in academics through teaching,...
ASPIRE Teaching Internship at Fisk University: Molecular Methods
Aug. 24, 2015— ASPIRE Teaching Internship: Molecular Methods Course Class Lecture/Discussion: Tuesdays, 9:30-11:30 am Course-associated laboratory: Wednesday’s from 3:30-5:30 pm and Thursdays 11:00-1:00 pm Fisk University 1000 17th Avenue North Nashville, TN 37208 Fisk University is a small, historically black liberal arts university with a history of excellence in academics through teaching, research, and service. It is...
ASPIRE Internship: Insight Genetics, Inc.
Aug. 24, 2015—ASPIRE Internship Opportunity: Insight Genetics, Inc. Genomics Department 2 International Plaza Dr. Suite 280 Nashville, TN 37207 Insight Genetics (http://www.insightgenetics.com/) is dedicated to improving the lives of cancer patients through the design, development, and deployment of molecular diagnostic assays. Insight Genetics is seeking candidates for an internship in the Genomics Department. The internship will...
ASPIRE Internship: NextGxDx
Aug. 24, 2015—ASPIRE Internship Opportunity: NextGxDx, Inc Product Development Analyst 810 Crescent Center Drive, Suite 280 Franklin, TN 37067 NextGxDx (www.nextgxdx.com) is a startup healthcare IP company located in Franklin, TN at the Cool Springs Life Science Center. Our mission is to help physicians search, compare, and order the right genetic test, the first time. NextGxDx’s...
ASPIRE Internships are here!
Aug. 24, 2015—The ASPIRE Program along with the Office of Career Development is excited to announce the launch of ASPIRE Internships. Internships will be advertised on a rolling basis throughout the year, and applications are handled through SurveyMonkey. Check out the current opportunities available including: Intern, NextGxDx, Nashville, TN (Closed Aug 7, 2015) Intern, Insight Genetics, Nashville, TN (Closed...
Vanderbilt Institute for Global Health Fellows Program 2015 applications open
Aug. 12, 2015—The Vanderbilt Institute for Global Health (VIGH) is now accepting applications for the Vanderbilt-Emory-Cornell-Duke Consortium for Global Health Fellows, 2016-17 cohort. This outstanding program offers a year-abroad opportunity to develop research skills in a global health research setting. Details are in the text and links below; the application deadline is November 1, 2015. We and other VIGH faculty and staff members are eager to...
Volunteer Opportunity in Advocacy for the Alzheimer’s Association Mid-South Chapter
Jul. 28, 2015—Would you like to assist the Alzheimer’s Association in building a relationship with Congressman Jim Cooper and his staff throughout the year, as well as educating them on the foundation’s federal priorities? The Mid-South Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association is head-quartered in Nashville, TN and has Advocacy Ambassadors assigned to our Tennessee Legislators. Dr. Eric...
Fall 2015 ASPIRE Modules unveiled! Applications accepted through Aug 21
Jul. 27, 2015—The ASPIRE Program along with the BRET Office of Career Development are excited to announce the ASPIRE Modules for Fall 2015. Click the banners below to read more about each of the modules offered this year.
Do You Have Presence? Maximizing social media during your employment search
Jul. 23, 2015—Do You Have Presence? Maximizing Your Social Media During Your Employment Search – YouTube
2016 Applications for management consulting firm BCG
Jul. 17, 2015—To learn more about BCG and the application process, please visit adc.bcg.com. This page is geared toward advanced degree candidates pursuing PhD, MD, and JD degrees and post-doctoral studies. Applications are due July 26 for full time consultant positions with 2016 start dates. Apply here. Please reach out to me at AtlantaADCrecruiting@bcg.com with any questions. Thank you for your interest in...
Virtual Info Session with McKinsey and Co
Jul. 6, 2015—The Vanderbilt University Advanced Degree Consulting Club (VUADCC) and the BRET Office of Career Development present: Virtual Info Session with McKinsey and Company featuring Catherine O'Connor, PhD, Associate Principal with McKinsey & Co. Thursday, July 23 3-4pm Light Hall 350 Please register your attendance. Catherine O'Connor, is an associate principal with McKinsey and Company....