‘Career Options: Clinical Research’
2018 Scholars of Excellence Program now accepting applications
Nov. 2, 2017—The BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute is now accepting applications for the 2018 Scholars of Excellence Program to support recent PhD or MD graduates in conducting clinical and translational research with the intent to develop future leaders in child health research. Interested in child health research? BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute conducts world-class research to...
Texas Medical Center Innovation Institute – Biodesign Fellowship info session on December 6th
Oct. 31, 2017—TMC Biodesign Information Session: Join members of the TMC Innovation Institute to learn more about our Biodesign Fellowship program, get details on the recruitment process, and ask questions. Food & drinks will be provided, as well as tours of the TMC Innovation Institute! The Eventbrite link to register is https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tmc-biodesign-information-session-tickets-39235179478. Can't make it in person?...
Texas Medical Center Innovation Institute Biodesign Fellowship applications are open
Oct. 30, 2017—ABOUT BIODESIGN Fellows from engineering, medicine, business, design, computer science and research backgrounds work together in interdisciplinary teams to observe and identify unmet needs and collaboratively create products to solve them. Teams are mentored by leading experts from across the Texas Medical Center, with additional support from a network of TMC clinicians, experienced entrepreneurs and...
ASPIRE Module Fall 2017: Clinical Laboratory Medicine
Aug. 7, 2017—The ASPIRE Modules are short, non-credit bearing electives that broaden the training experiences of biomedical sciences trainees. These elective modules provide efficient exposure to topics in four theme areas: Business/Entrepreneurship, Communication, Teaching, and Clinical research.The ASPIRE Modules are optional and open to any biomedical sciences PhD student or postdoctoral fellow who wishes to take them to supplement their research training....
ASPIRE Module Fall 2017: Introduction to the Principles and Practice of Clinical Research (IPPCR)
Aug. 7, 2017—The ASPIRE Modules are short, non-credit bearing electives that broaden the training experiences of biomedical sciences trainees. These elective modules provide efficient exposure to topics in four theme areas: Business/Entrepreneurship, Communication, Teaching, and Clinical research.The ASPIRE Modules are optional and open to any biomedical sciences PhD student or postdoctoral fellow who wishes to take them to supplement their research training....
Job Opportunity: Associate Director or Research, Citizens Unites for Research in Epilepsy (CURE); Chicago, IL
May. 12, 2017—Associate Director of Research Citizens United for Research in Epilepsy (CURE) is seeking an Associate Director of Research to join our Research team. The Associate Director of Research will work closely with other Research Team members to develop and implement CURE's research strategy, drive progress toward a cure and maintain CURE's position at the forefront...
Vanderbilt Center for Quantitative Sciences (CQS) Summer Institute
Jan. 5, 2017—This summer the Vanderbilt Center for Quantitative Sciences (CQS) is hosting their 4th annual Summer Institute from August 7-18, 2017. The CQS Summer Institute provides graduate students, research fellows, faculty and investigators the opportunity to gain fundamental skills to apply the theory and methods behind the design and conduct of clinical research studies, covering core...
Opportunities and Resources in Clinical Research
Aug. 19, 2016— Join us in welcoming esteemed partner Jim Kremidas, Executive Director of ACRP, the Association of Clinical Research Professionals. Mr. Kremidas will discuss future opportunities and resources for PhD trainees interested in clinical research as a career option. Friday, September 30, 2016 9:00 AM-10:00 AM Light Hall, Room 214 Registration requested.
ASPIRE Module Fall 2016: Clinical Laboratory Medicine, Applying Your Ph.D. to Patient Care
Aug. 15, 2016— The ASPIRE Modules are short, non-credit bearing electives that broaden the training experiences of biomedical sciences trainees. These elective modules provide efficient exposure to topics in four theme areas: Business/Entrepreneurship, Communication, Teaching, and Clinical research.The ASPIRE Modules are optional and open to any biomedical sciences PhD student or postdoctoral fellow who wishes to take them to supplement their research...
ASPIRE Module Fall 2016: Introduction to the Principles and Practice of Clinical Research (IPPCR)
Aug. 15, 2016—The ASPIRE Modules are short, non-credit bearing electives that broaden the training experiences of biomedical sciences trainees. These elective modules provide efficient exposure to topics in four theme areas: Business/Entrepreneurship, Communication, Teaching, and Clinical research.The ASPIRE Modules are optional and open to any biomedical sciences PhD student or postdoctoral fellow who wishes to take them to supplement their research training....
PhD Career Connections: Preclinical Research Services
Aug. 10, 2016—Join us in welcoming back alumnus Chris Rogers, PhD. Dr. Rogers is the Chief Scientific Officer and co-founder of Exemplar Genetics, a company focused on the development and study of improved models of human disease. Dr. Rogers received his PhD from Vanderbilt University and completed post-doctoral training at the University of Iowa. While at Iowa,...
Job Opportunity: Bioinformatics Scientist in Personalized Medicine, Sarah Cannon Research Institute Clinical Operations, Nashville, TN
Apr. 21, 2016—Sarah Cannon, the global cancer enterprise of Hospital Corporation of America (HCA), offers integrated cancer services with convenient access to cutting-edge therapies for those facing cancer in communities across the United States and United Kingdom. By bringing together a network of renowned cancer experts, we are collaborating and sharing best practices that address every aspect...
Beyond the Lab: Mary Kosinski, Clinical Research
Apr. 19, 2016—In the month of April, the Office of Career Development is featuring a Beyond the Lab video each day of the month, highlighting awesome alumni in the video series. Today we highlight Mary Kosinski, PhD, who has been in a number of Clinical Research roles. We were so pleased to talk with Dr. Kosinski about her daily tasks, her...
Apply for VU Program in Molecular Medicine
Apr. 13, 2016—The Vanderbilt Program in Molecular Medicine is a unique training program available to graduate students and postdoctoral fellows in the Biomedical Sciences at Vanderbilt University allowing for integration of thesis work with important clinical, disease-based areas. This program provides a supervised experience, including didactic and experiential courses, seminars and individual experiences, under the guidance of a...
Beyond the Lab: Karissa Culbreath, Medical Genetics
Apr. 3, 2016—In the month of April, the Office of Career Development is featuring a Beyond the Lab video each day of the month, highlighting awesome alumni in the video series. Today we highlight Karissa Culbreath, the Scientific Director at Tricore Laboratories. Dr. Culbreath was a speaker at the 2013 Annual Career Symposium, and she shares her bio...
NCATS Eli Lilly Externship Opportunity
Mar. 21, 2016—National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS) Eli Lilly Externship Opportunity in Clinical and Translational Sciences Project Description This is an opportunity for an externship in clinical and translational sciences at Eli Lilly and Company for scholars, trainees and investigators of the NCATS, Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) Program. The externship will support...
Association for Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) Annual Conference, Atlanta, GA, April 16-19, 2016
Mar. 7, 2016—ACRP 2016 Meeting & Expo April 16-19, 2016 Atlanta, Georgia The Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) Meeting & Expo is uniquely focused on supporting the professional growth and development of individuals conducting clinical trials through education, exchange, and peer-to-peer engagement. ACRP's Meeting & Expo is the largest annual clinical research education and networking event solely focused on the...
Clinical Research Professional Societies Panel
Feb. 11, 2016—Join us as we feature panelists representing two professional societies: SOCRA (The Society of Clinical Research Associates) and ACRP (Association of Clinical Research Professionals). Friday, February 19 9:00-10:00am PRB 206 Registration is requested. Panelists: David Nilson, RN OCN CCRC President, Greater Nashville Chapter, ACRP David Nilson, RN OCN CCRC is the current President...
PhD Career Connections: Academic Clinical Research
Jan. 13, 2016—PhD Career Connections presents: Academic Clinical Research panel Tuesday, January 26, 2016 9:00am-10:00am Light Hall 208 REGISTRATION REQUESTED. featuring Mallory Hacker, PhD; Tiffanie Markus, PhD; and Courtnee Melton, PhD Speaker Bios Mallory Hacker, PhD, Research Instructor, Department of Neurology Mallory Hacker is a member of the research faculty in the Division of Movement Disorders, Department...
Event: Careers Options in Clinical Research Organizations
Oct. 7, 2015—Join us as we welcome Bill Taaffe, president of Medelis, an oncology clinical research company, as he discusses Career Options in Clinical Research Organizations. Friday, October 9, 2015 9-10am PRB 206 Registration is requested. Bill Taaffe spend 18 years at ICON Clinical Research-US in the roles of president and CEO, president of corporate development and president of DOCS,...