‘Career Options: Medical Communications/Writing’
Beyond the Lab: Erin Flynt, Medical Communications
Apr. 13, 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 Erin Flynt, PhD, in one of our very first Beyond the Lab videos. We were so pleased that she (as well as Nicole Speed) went out on...
Beyond the Lab: Leah Potter, Medical Writing
Apr. 10, 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 Leah Potter, PhD, who is a medical writer for Syncrogenix. We also hosted Dr. Potter at a PhD Career Connections event in Spring 2016. Check out...
Work as a Writing Consultant for the Writing Studio
Feb. 17, 2016—The Writing Studio is currently accepting applications from graduate students who would like to work as writing consultants or writing fellows during the 2016-2017 academic year. Open positions include: Graduate Writing Consultant Each year the Writing Studio hires a number of graduate students from all divisions of the University to work as writing consultants. ...
Internship Opportunity: NIGMS Summer Writing Internship
Feb. 12, 2016—
PhD Career Connections: Medical Communications
Feb. 4, 2016—PhD Career Connections is excited to host the Medical Communications-focused seminar on Friday, February 12, in PRB 206. The panel will feature three medical communicators: Leah Case, Syncrogenix Kim Korwek, HCA Tristin Abair, prIME Oncology REGISTRATION REQUESTED.
Medical Communications Happy Hour, 2/12/16
Jan. 15, 2016—The Vanderbilt Editor's Club will be hosting a happy hour at the Flying Saucer at 6-8 pm on Friday, February 12th. This will be an excellent opportunity to learn more about science and medical writing as a career, as local members of the American Medical Writer's Association will be attending. Validated parking provided. For more...
Volunteer Opportunity: Layout Editor for BRET Newsletter, “Results and Discussion”
Dec. 4, 2015—Do you enjoy making figures for all of your lab colleagues? Do you have an eye for designing attention-grabbing power point slides and posters? Would you like to improve your skills and versatility by learning Adobe InDesign while also helping to create a tangible product for your portfolio? The BRET Office of Career Development is seeking a...
Call for Bloggers for NIH BEST Consortium
Dec. 2, 2015—Your school’s BEST career development program is part of a national effort to help biomedical PhDs and postdocs prepare for a variety of career options. Only a handful of schools have programs like yours and we want to give others a taste of your experience. We are looking for bloggers to write diary-style entries about...
Opportunities at Healthcare Consultancy Group (HCG)
Sep. 15, 2015—Please see the message below from Healthcare Consultancy Group (HCG) Did you know that there is a fascinating industry that offers an exciting career alternative for PhD candidates and post-docs in life sciences, as well as for MDs? You may remember a recent presentation by Denise Bottiglieri, a Vanderbilt alumna and now the CEO of...
2015 ASPIRE Module: Biomedical Research and Media
Jul. 27, 2015—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 three theme areas: Business/Entrepreneurship, Communication, 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. Class...
Job Opportunity: News writer, SFARI.org
Jun. 18, 2015—The dynamic news team at SFARI.org (soon to be rebranded as Spectrum) needs a high-energy reporter to cover stories that educate, challenge and inspire our audience of scientists. This is an excellent opportunity for a science journalist to develop a beat in the fast-moving field of autism. Genetics, cognition and behavior, research ethics and molecular...
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...
Job Opportunity: Senior Scientific Writer, Bristol-Myers Squibb
May. 8, 2015—(Office-based in Princeton, NJ) Bristol-Myers Squibb is a global biopharmaceutical company whose mission is to discover, develop and deliver innovative medicines that help patients prevail over serious diseases. One shared journey is moving us forward at Bristol-Myers Squibb. Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious...
Job Opportunity: Associate Scientific Content Manager, Axcess Oncology
May. 8, 2015—Location: Atlanta, GA, United States The function includes but is not limited to an independent implementation of the following tasks: Assist in the management of a portfolio of educational offerings within the Clinical Department Develop and assist in the development of selected activities Develop and maintain expertise in various oncology therapeutic areas Analyze relevant resources...
Job Opportunity: Senior Medical Writer, PRIME
May. 8, 2015—Title: Senior Medical Writer Location: Full-time, onsite, Tamarac, Florida PRIME is committed to making a difference in the quality of healthcare education. We firmly believe that our staff is the most valuable asset and the reason we are successful. We promote a harmonious and productive environment where collaboration is encouraged and accomplishments are recognized. Come...
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.
Job Opportunity: Managing Editor, Congressional Budget Office
Apr. 15, 2015—The Congressional Budget Office is a small nonpartisan agency that provides economic and budgetary analysis to the Congress to aid in policy decisions. The Management, Business, and Information Services Division seeks an experienced editor to manage the day-to-day operations of editing and publishing—helping to ensure that CBO’s reports are clear and accessible to a broad...
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...
Job Opportunity: Senior (Regulatory) Medical Writer, BMS
Mar. 27, 2015—Job Title: Senior (Regulatory) Medical Writer Status: fulltime/on-site Location: Princeton, NJ or Wallingford, CT At BMS, we're committed to helping physicians and patients fight serious diseases. The success of our endeavor depends on people who are bold, focused, innovative and passionate-people who can work as a team, yet bring unique and individual talents to bear in a...
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...