‘Career Options: Nonprofit Administration/Management’
Job Opportunity: Diversity and Education Coordinator, University of Pennsylvania
Jul. 24, 2017—The mission of the Center for Engineering MechanoBiology (CEMB) is to discover how biological systems communicate using molecular and cellular methods. The CEMB will engineer new and powerful cell-based devices and train students in the foundations of mechanobiology bringing together leading researchers at the intersection of biology, mechanics, and engineering. Our programs especially seek to develop the...
Job Opportunity: Assistant Director, Center for Biomedical Career Development (cBCD) at University of Massachusetts Medical School
Jun. 9, 2017—Center for Biomedical Career Development (cBCD) at University of Massachusetts Medical School is hiring an Assistant Director Overview: We are hiring an Assistant Director in the Center for Biomedical Career Development (cBCD) at University of Massachusetts Medical School. Housed in the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences (GSBS), the cBCD supports the career and professional development of all ~700 PhD...
ASPIRE Internship: Health Research Alliance (HRA): HRA Members’ Meeting Program Coordinator
Apr. 11, 2017—ASPIRE Internship Opportunity: Health Research Alliance (HRA) HRA Members’ Meeting Program Coordinator Reston, VA The Health Research Alliance (HRA), a collaborative member organization of ~75 nonprofit research funders, is committed to maximizing the impact of biomedical research and training to improve human health. HRA Members represent a variety of types of nonprofit funders of...
Job Opportunity: Education Program Associate, Penn State Science Outreach, University Park, PA
Apr. 10, 2017—Penn State Science Outreach – Education Program Associate 2 Positions: The Eberly College of Science (ECoS) Office of Science Outreach invites candidates to apply for the position of Education Program Associate. This position reports to the Director of Science Outreach. The successful candidate should, in collaboration, expect to contribute to the following: Program Planning and...
ASPIRE Internship: BioTN Foundation, Enterprise Development Intern, Nashville, TN
Mar. 29, 2017—ASPIRE Internship Opportunity: BioTN Foundation, Inc. Market Research Analyst Nashville, TN BioTN Foundation, Inc is a non-profit 501c3 foundation formed to facilitate and inspire Tennessee children and adults to explore the sciences. BioTN launched with three goals: 1) to enhance and improve STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) K-16 education in Tennessee; 2) to...
Job Opportunity: Project Manager, VC of Diversity DIV, Vanderbilt University , Nashville, TN
Mar. 8, 2017—Project Manager-1700331Description Provides project support to department leadership in the development of strategic and operational initiatives to enhance the mission of the institution. Works with department leaders to plan and execute initiatives in a variety of areas. These efforts include conducting needs assessments, review and making recommendations in a variety of areas, implementing institutional...
Job Opportunity: Project Manager, Office of the Provost, Vanderbilt University , Nashville, TN
Feb. 23, 2017—Project Manager-1700243 Description Reporting to the Vice Provost for Learning and Residential Affairs, the Project Manager will partner with the Vice Provost and an array of senior administrators on projects related to academic affairs and residential life. The Project Manager will implement strategic initiatives in student affairs, residence life, digital learning, the Library system, and...
Job Opportunity: Associate Director of Foundation Relations, University of Notre Dame, South Bend IN
Feb. 16, 2017—University of Notre Dame is hiring an Associate Director of Foundation Relations The Associate Director will create and manage a system of support for the Directors of Foundation Relations to better enable them to maximize the effectiveness of their efforts. The primary function of Associate Director will be managing the submission process for a portfolio...
Job Opportunity: Health Education and Prevention Team Lead, Prevention, Heart and CARES, Inc
Feb. 13, 2017—POSITION: Health Education and Prevention Team Lead DEPARTMENT: Prevention REPORTS TO: Executive Director STATUS: Salaried, exempt SUPERVISION: 2-3 direct reports WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR Heartland CARES (HCI) is seeking a compassionate, energetic, and organized individual to rebuild the education and prevention program for the only HIV service organization in western Kentucky. This position...
A Career in Lobbying for a Non-Profit Organization with AAPS student org
Feb. 3, 2017—Join the student chapter of the American Association for Pharmaceutical Scientists (AAPS) as they host: “A career in lobbying for a non-profit organization” Speaker: Denise Costanza, Government Relations Director, Greater Southeast Affiliate, American Heart Association Thursday, February 23 5:00pm Light Hall 512 For more information, contact Aparna Shekar at aparna.shekar@vanderbilt.edu.
Job Opportunity: Director Research Administration, CURE Epilepsy, Chicago, IL
Jan. 26, 2017—Open Position: Director Research Administration at CURE Epilepsy About CURE Citizens United for Research in Epilepsy (CURE) is a nonprofit organization, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois whose mission is to cure epilepsy, transforming and saving millions of lives. We identify and fund cuttingedge research, challenging scientists worldwide to collaborate and innovate in pursuit of this goal....
Education Coordinator – American Society of Plant Biologists
Jan. 24, 2017—The American Society of Plant Biologists (ASPB), a not-for-profit, member-based professional society of plant scientists located in Rockville, Maryland, is seeking well-qualified applicants to fill its part-time (30hrs. per week) Education Coordinator position. The Education Coordinator is responsible for implementing the Society’s education and outreach activities, as well as for administrative support and coordination of correspondence,...
Job and Volunteer Opportunities relating to science policy and advocacy
Jan. 24, 2017—AMS Recruiting Volunteers for Climate Science Day on Capitol Hill The American Meteorological Society Policy Program is recruiting volunteers to participate in Climate Science Day on Capitol Hill on March 20 and 21. The purpose of the visits is to provide members of Congress the best possible access to scientific information on climate science for...
Job Opportunity: Research Director, non-profit with IFOPA Association
Nov. 8, 2016—IFOPA is looking for someone who could be based in Boston, NYC, Chicago, or other area. In this role, the person hired will help lead scientific strategy, manage collaborations, interface with patients/families. This is a great role for someone who wants to be involved in setting the scientific direction. In terms of level, the organization...
Internship: Science Communications and Outreach Intern with Batten Disease Research Foundation- remote opportunity
Oct. 28, 2016—Science Communications and Outreach Intern (Work can be performed remotely) with Batten Disease Research Foundation – http://bdsra.org/. They are looking for a Ph.D. or postdoc who has experience with lysosomal storage disease research for an internship – ~10 hours/week to assist with communications activities. Internship is paid (appx $15/hour) Deadline to apply: ASAP, as applications are being reviewed...
ASPIRE Internship: Tuberous Sclerosis Alliance International Conference Program and PFDD Coordinator
Aug. 20, 2016—ASPIRE Internship Opportunity: Tuberous Sclerosis Alliance International Conference Program and PFDD Coordinator 801 Roeder Rd. Suite 750 Silver Spring, MD 20910 The Tuberous Sclerosis Alliance (TSA) is the only US-based national organization dedicated to finding a cure for tuberous sclerosis complex, while improving the lives of those affected. Founded in 1974, it works to improve...
ASPIRE Internship: Advocacy Ambassador and Congressional Team Member, Alzheimer’s Assn of Mid South Chapter
Jul. 22, 2016—ASPIRE Internship Opportunity: Advocacy Ambassador & Congressional Team Member Alzheimer’s Association Mid-South Chapter 4825 Trousdale Dr. Suite #220 Nashville, TN 37220 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...
Beyond the Lab: Abby Cheng, Outreach
Apr. 24, 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 Abby Cheng, PhD, the Volunteer Program Manager, Science Club for Girls. Dr. Cheng was a speaker at our 2015 BRET Annual Career Symposium, and we were glad...
Beyond the Lab: Jeremy Richman, From Pharma to Foundation
Apr. 4, 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 Jeremy Richman, a former Vanderbilt postdoctoral fellow and the founder and CEO of the Avielle Foundation. This video is supported by a BEST...
Job Opportunity: SFARI Scientist at the Simons Foundation, New York, NY
Apr. 4, 2016—POSITION SUMMARY SFARI is looking for an additional scientist to help to shape and manage our growing research portfolio, which includes over 200 scientists engaged in investigator-initiated research in autism spanning a wide range including genetics, developmental biology, circuit and systems neuroscience, and clinical studies. The new scientist will also participate in managing a number...