‘Career Options: Science Policy’
Apply for 2021-2022 MOST Policy Fellowship
Mar. 3, 2021—We are now accepting applications for the 2021-2022 class of Missouri Science & Technology Policy Fellows! Applications are open from January 15 to March 15, 2021. MOST Policy Fellows serve as informal science advisors to the Missouri General Assembly covering a variety of science (including social and behavioral sciences) and technology-related policy topics. For more information...
VSPG Chat with Dr. Adriana Bankston, Principal Legislative Analyst in the University of California Office of Federal Governmental Relations—Thursday, 2/25 at 5pm CT
Feb. 9, 2021—Thursday, February 25th, 5pm CT Mark your calendars for Thursday, February 25th at 5pm CT for a VSPG Chat with Dr. Adriana Bankston. Dr. Bankston is a scientist, advocate and mentor at the intersection of research, higher education, science policy, and workforce development. She is currently a Principal Legislative Analyst in the University of California...
AAAS 2021 Science Policy Networking Mixer
Jan. 21, 2021—RSVP HERE Date: Wednesday, February 10 Time: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. ET Location: Virtual! 2021 is a new year, and it’s time to celebrate. Bring your beverage of choice and join STPF for a virtual reception at the 2021 AAAS Annual Meeting! Network with current and alumni S&T Policy Fellows and others engaged at the intersection of science...
Office of Federal Relations Summer Internship
Jan. 12, 2021—The Office of Federal Relations invites undergraduate students, graduate students, or recent graduates from Vanderbilt University or the Washington, D.C.-area with ties to Tennessee who are interested in higher education or science public policy issues to apply for our summer, fall, or spring internships. This internship will provide you with a firsthand look at the...
VU Office of Federal Relations offering summer 2021 internship opportunities to grad students and undergrads
Dec. 10, 2020—The Vanderbilt University Office of Federal Relations works to promote Vanderbilt University’s priorities, focusing on federal support of university-based research; policies related to higher education; and other federal policies that impact the university. The Office’s efforts to shape higher education and research policies include making federal officials aware of Vanderbilt’s expertise in key areas of...
2020 Golden Goose Award Virtual Ceremony
Nov. 18, 2020—Tuesday, December 1, 2020 Virtual Ceremony begins at 4:00pm ET Please RSVP here by Monday, November 30 #GGA20 On behalf of the Golden Goose Award, an annual award honoring federally funded research with silly-sounding or obscure beginnings that has gone on to have enormous societal impact, we invite you to join us for our...
2021-2022 California Science + Technology + Policy Fellowships
Nov. 4, 2020—Offered by the California Council on Science and Technology (CCST), the CCST Science and Technology Policy Fellowship places professional scientists and engineers in the California State Legislature for one-year appointments. The program is designed to enable Fellows to work hands-on with policymakers in addressing complex scientific issues as well as assume all the other legislative...
Internship Outside ASPIRE: Congressman Mark Green Federal Internship Opportunity
Nov. 3, 2020—NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR: • Policy Internship: Work with the Legislative Team to craft policy and analyze legislation in Committees and on the House Floor • Communications Internship: Work with the Press Team to develop messaging and advance priorities in the court of public opinion • Operations Internship: Work with the Operations Team to support...
Oct. 29 panel with Vanderbilt’s Offices of Federal Relations
Oct. 23, 2020—Science & Research Policy and Advocacy: A Panel Discussion with Vanderbilt’s Offices of Federal Relations Thursday, October 29 2:00-3:00pm Brought to you by the Vanderbilt University Office of Federal Relations in partnership with the Vanderbilt University Medical Center Office of Federal Relations, Vanderbilt School of Engineering, The Vanderbilt Graduate School, the BRET Office of Career Development, and the Career Center Advance registration is...
Presidential Management Fellowship program application open- great for transitioning to government
Oct. 1, 2020—The Presidential Management Fellows Program (PMF) is a prestigious leadership development program designed to help advanced degree candidates and advanced degree holders enter a career in the US Federal Government. Selected PMF Finalists are eligible to work in a managerial/ administrative role (not research) at a range of government agencies. PMFs perform valuable service while jump-starting their careers, and get full salary and benefits...
PhD Career Stories: Panel Discussion with AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellows
Sep. 25, 2020—In lieu of our regular monthly PhD Career Stories seminar, we invite you to join the ASPIRE Program and campus partners for a special panel discussion with current and former AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellows. Monday, October 19 1:30-2:30pm on Zoom Co-sponsored by the BRET Office of Career Development ASPIRE Program, the Graduate School,...
2020 Federal STEM Policy & Advocacy Virtual Seminars
Sep. 25, 2020—The VU and VUMC Offices of Federal Relations, together with several campus partners including the BRET Office of Career Development ASPIRE Program, are hosting two virtual events this fall for the Vanderbilt community to learn more about federal STEM policy and advocacy, and careers in science policy. October 19: Panel discussion with AAAS Science &...
Vanderbilt Takes on Capitol Hill A Look Inside Science Policy for Students and Fellows
Sep. 18, 2020—This article was originally published in the Results & Discussion newsletter, Spring 2019, Issue 9. By Colbie Chinowsky, Graduate Student The BRET Office of Career Development and the Graduate School took to the road in October 2018 to further their combined mission of empowering and preparing Ph.D. and postdoctoral trainees for careers within the biomedical...
AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellowships (STPF) is seeking applicants for the 2021-22 fellowship year
Aug. 31, 2020—The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) is the largest general scientific society in the world. The fellowship program offers hands-on opportunities to apply your scientific knowledge and technical skills to important societal challenges. As a fellow, you will serve a yearlong assignment in a selected area of the executive, legislative, or judicial...
Non-ASPIRE Programs to Enhance Your Career and Professional Development
Aug. 28, 2020—The ASPIRE program provides many opportunities for career and professional development, but there are numerous other terrific opportunities at Vanderbilt and in Nashville to test your interests and build your skills and network. This list of potential activities to enhance your career and professional development was originally compiled by VU alumnus Teddy van Opstal, PhD...
Code for Nashville virtual monthly meet-ups
Aug. 20, 2020—If you are interested in technology, data science, non-profits, or policy, check out Code for Nashville. Code for Nashville is a local group of the national Code for America organization. The purpose of Code for America is to leverage technology in order to make government more transparent and accessible for the people, by the people,...
VSPG Chat with Dr. Teddy van Opstal, AAAS Fellow
Aug. 14, 2020—VSPG Chat with Dr. Teddy van Opstal, AAAS Fellow — Thurs., 9/3 at 5pm CT Thursday, September 3, 5pm CT Mark your calendars for Thursday, September 3rd at 5 PM CT/6 PM ET for a VSPG Chat with Dr. Teddy van Opstal. Teddy is a Vanderbilt alumnus who earned his PhD in Biological Sciences in...
ASPIRE Internship: American Heart Association Health Strategies: Small Market/Rural Health Intern Fall 2020
Aug. 13, 2020—ASPIRE Internship Opportunity: American Heart Association Health Strategies: Small Market/ Rural Health Intern Nashville, TN (remote) The American Heart Association (AHA) was founded in 1924 and has grown into the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. A shared focus on cardiovascular health unites our more than 33 million volunteers and...
New ASPIRE Module!! SciComm for All, led by Abby Olena, PhD
Jul. 30, 2020—Successful science communication is at the core of just about everything in science. This module—essentially an eight-part workshop—will give trainees in the sciences greater skill, ease, and confidence in formal and informal science communication scenarios. Through a series of practical exercises, participants will gain experience speaking to and writing for a variety of audiences and...
Christine Mirzayan Science & Technology Policy Graduate Fellowship Program application: new application dates!!
Jul. 24, 2020—Christine Mirzayan Science & Technology Policy Graduate Fellowship Program The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine welcomes applications for its Christine Mirzayan Science & Technology Policy Graduate Fellowship Program. The application period is now open! The deadline to apply is **April 30, 2021**, and the 2021 session will last from **August 30** until **November 19**. The Program...