‘Networking’
Tips for a graceful exit
Aug. 23, 2016—Like many people, I find networking at receptions to be an awkward exercise. Once I'm in a conversation I'm fine – even happy! – but entering and exiting discussions is always tough for me. This article from The Nashville Business Journal gives great advice for exiting conversations gracefully. I can't wait to try some of...
Webinar with Kim Petrie: Building professional relationships: pragmatic advice for the human scientist
Aug. 15, 2016—ASBMB–BEST summer webinar series http://www.asbmb.org/careers/webinars/ The ASBMB is partnering with the NIH's Broadening Experiences in Scientific Training (BEST) program to pilot a webinar series in summer 2016. Recordings of the webinars will be available here afterward. Registration is free but limited, so register early. Building professional relationships: pragmatic advice for the human scientist Wednesday, Aug. 17 | 1 p.m. to 2 p.m....
Networking for Medical Communicators with the American Medical Writers Association Southeast Chapter
Jun. 16, 2016—Networking for Medical Communicators with the American Medical Writers Association Southeast Chapter When: Thursday, June 30 at 5:30 PM Where: M.L.Rose Craft Beer & Burgers 4408 Charlotte Avenue Nashville, TN 37209 http://evite.me/TsX87EBeSz A casual meeting for medical and science communicators. Are you a writer, editor, designer, marketer or translator in medical research, devices, pharma,...
ASCB 2016 Travel Grants from Bio-Techne: Deadline to apply Sept 1, 2016
Jun. 6, 2016—Bio-Techne is proud to support cell biology researchers with travel grants to the American Society for Cell Biology (ASCB) annual meeting in San Francisco, California, Dec. 3-7, 2016. Ten recipients will be awarded $1,000 (or international equivalent) each towards travel to ASCB 2016. Simply complete the online application before September 1, 2016! Terms and conditions...
DayNine Consulting: Networking Night Tuesday, May 10, ACME Feed & Seed, Nashville
May. 3, 2016—DayNine Consulting Networking Night Are you a visionary who's ready to work, play and grow with a hot, growing consulting firm? A team player with an eye on success? If so, DayNine Consulting wants to meet you! Join DayNine Consultants and leadership team to learn how you can be a part of DayNine's promising future. Tuesday, May 10 5:30-7:30 pm...
It’s Symposium time! 2016 brings Careers in Industry.
Apr. 11, 2016—The Annual Career Symposium is a large event to bring together PhD students and postdocs for 1 day of career and professional development. The Annual Symposium is typically attended by 300+ trainees. This year, the BRET Office of Career Development is excited to welcome research and development professionals in industry. The unique perspectives, as well as practical tips about applying to jobs...
Q-Bio Conference, July 2016
Mar. 25, 2016—We are pleased to open registration and abstract submission for the 10th Annual q-bio Conference to be held at Vanderbilt University. Please consider joining us in Nashville and sending your trainees to this meeting! Specific conference information, abstract submission, and registration can be found http://vu.edu/qbio2016 Submit your abstracts now – there is no fee for abstract...
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...
SEMDA- Life Science Tennessee Medtech Spotlight
Feb. 25, 2016— You're invited to the SEMDA – Life Science Tennessee Medtech Spotlight LifeScience TN and the Southeastern Medical Device Association are pleased to announce the first in a series of events to highlight the robust medical technology industry in Tennessee. This event, sponsored and hosted by Butler Snow, will celebrate one of the state's great...
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...
PhD Career Connections: Science Careers through Networking
Aug. 28, 2015—PhD Career Connections presents: Science Careers through Networking Thursday, September 24 10:00am-11:30am Light Hall 214 featuring Holly Falk-Krzesinski, PhD REGISTER HERE. The challenges and complexity of the 21st century society necessitate a scientifically-informed US policy, economy, and global competitiveness. To accomplish this we need: • Top scientists conducting research and disseminating findings broadly and teaching...
Free Online Training: 20 Tips to Become a Networking Ninja
Jun. 5, 2015—Does the word "networking" cause you to break out in sweats? Well, this free online training may be the remedy to your perspiration problem. Discover how you can start building meaningful relationships that are beneficial to your career. Online Training: 20 Tips to Become a Networking Ninja Join us online on Wednesday, June 10 from 2:00-3:00...
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...
Use Spreadsheets to Keep Your Job Search Organized
Jun. 30, 2014—Spreadsheets are great for analyzing data, making lists, and sorting large amounts of information. But spreadsheets are also a wonderful resource for your job search. Excel — or even a Google shared spreadsheet — offers a multi-tabbed document option where you can store all aspects of your job search. Use one tab to gather deadlines and other applications of interest....
Polite Persistence
Jun. 24, 2014—At a recent CV/Resume Drop-In Clinic, a postdoc asked us about the correct procedure for following up with an alumnus who had agreed to look at his resume. The postdoc felt the in-person interaction was worthwhile, but the alumnus had not responded to the email. Should he email again if he doesn’t hear anything? “Polite...
How to Get the Most out of a Scientific Conference
Jun. 24, 2014—During your scientific conference or the BRET Career Symposium you wrote a bunch of notes in the program, heard some interesting advice, and maybe even made some connections. But now what? This is a great time to make some plans! Write out four different goals that you hope to achieve and when you hope to achieve...
15 Tips from Keith Ferrazzi: Conference Commando
May. 16, 2014—A conference is a huge opportunity to build relationships with extraordinary people, people who might have significant impact on your professional or personal success. To make sure that you maximize the return on your (and your organization’s) investment of time and money to attend, you can’t afford to be a conference commoner. You have to be a Conference Commando. This Conference...
LinkedIn introduction requests: what NOT to do
May. 6, 2014—LinkedIn is a very powerful tool in your professional toolbox. One of LinkedIn’s most valuable features is that it helps you visualize who you know that knows someone you want to know. (Got that?) Let’s say you applied for a job with XYZ company, and LinkedIn shows you that one of your 1st degree connections...
Email templates for your job search and networking
May. 5, 2014—Job hunting and networking can feel like a full-time job. Make your search and networking easier with these email templates from The Muse. Muse founder Alex Cavoulacos has penned these email templates for you to adapt to ask for a recommendation, follow up on a job application, thank someone for a job interview, or ask a...
New Beyond the Lab video series interviews VU PhD alumni about their career path
Nov. 11, 2013—Check out our new Beyond the Lab video series showcasing the careers of our PhD and postdoctoral alumni! In Beyond the Lab, the BRET Office of Career Development interviews Vanderbilt PhD and postdoctoral alumni about their career path since leaving VU. Each 10-20 minute video features a different alumnus describing his or her job and providing advice...