‘“Path to Career” Resources’
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Visiting Scientist Program (VSP)
Apr. 17, 2024—Are you ready to be immersed in an unmatched experience with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in the largest forensic laboratory in the world? The FBI Visiting Scientist Program (VSP) is an educational training program, administered by ORISE, designed to connect its participants with unique resources and progressive research at the Forensic Science Research...
Biotech 2024 Discover How to Transition to A Job in Biotech, Medtech, Or Pharma Virtual Course
Mar. 12, 2024—If you’re considering transitioning to a job in biotech, medtech, or pharma, then join us for Biotech 2024. During this week-long, virtual, hands-on course, you’ll discover the business side of science, network, and learn interdisciplinary skills through a team project. About 75% of attendees now have jobs in industry, regulatory affairs, or tech transfer. Virtual...
Bridge To BCG Consulting Workshop
Feb. 21, 2024—Join the Boston Consulting Group for a Bridge to BCG immersive workshop designed to help you test-drive the BCG case team experience. As a Bridge to BCG participant you will: Think strategically while solving a case in a realistic BCG case team simulation Team with Bridge participants and BCG consultants to understand the why and...
Free Master Classes for Every Career Stage
Feb. 8, 2024—Have you browsed our free Science Journalism Master Classes recently? Whether you’re new to science writing or established in the field, these courses will help you sharpen your ability to find and vet story ideas, craft effective pitches, report and write impactful stories, and more. Each course drills into one skill or habit, presented in a series...
Data – and AI-Intensive Research Program (Summer 2024)
Feb. 5, 2024—Michigan Institute for Data Science extends an invitation to Vanderbilt’s faculty, research staff, and students to join two programs aimed at improving data science and AI expertise. Please be aware that Vanderbilt must put forward nominations for individuals to participate. Interested in the event? Find the event details below: Dates: June 17 – 22, July...
Stanford Postdoctoral Recruitment Initiative in Sciences and Medicine (PRISM)
Jan. 17, 2024—Stanford PRISM, created in 2017, connects advanced graduate students from a broad range of backgrounds with potential postdoctoral mentors at Stanford. Through PRISM, students visit campus to explore the postdoc training environment, build relationships with faculty, and determine whether advanced training at Stanford would support their career goals. With one of the largest postdoc populations...
IBM Enterprise Design Thinking Course
Dec. 8, 2023—Are you eager to revolutionize your problem-solving skills and drive better business outcomes? Do you want to get hands-on experience with Design Thinking practices and boost your professional toolkit? Apply to the Spring 2024 cohort of IBM Enterprise Design Thinking today! This 10-week program follows a hands-on learning approach with 30% lectures and 70% group...
Vault Career Guides available at the VU library
Nov. 13, 2023—The Vanderbilt University library has a wealth of career-related resources, including access to Vault’s industry and career guides. In addition to guides on job search skills topics like, “Behavioral Interviewing,” Vault has topical guides on a range of fields from the Pharmaceutical and Biotech Industry to Consulting. If you are interested in delving deeper into...
St. Jude Research Virtual Career, Education and Training Fair
Oct. 24, 2023—St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital will be hosting a virtual Research Career, Education and Training Fair on Wednesday, November 8, from 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM CDT on the CareerEco platform. Registration is FREE through THIS LINK. This event is geared towards students, trainees and professionals in biomedical research, clinical research and research information technology looking for a career that makes...
Common Sense Oncology Fellowship in Cancer Policy
Oct. 4, 2023—The Division of Cancer Care and Epidemiology at Queen’s Cancer Research Institute (QCRI) invites applications for the Patricia A. Wood MD PhD/ Baruch Spinoza Common Sense Oncology Fellowship. This Fellowship will provide hands-on methodologic training in health services research and cancer policy. The Fellow will be based at the Queen’s Cancer Research Institute (Kingston, Canada)...
S Phase Biofund Research Analyst Training Program
Sep. 28, 2023—As a part of S Phase’s mission to educate STEM students and trainees on biotechnology investing, an 8-week training program is open to non-partners. The program includes 8 virtual sessions that include both lectures and hands on experience with biotech markets, public investing, and due diligence that culminates in giving a pitch at an S Phase meeting....
Lilly’s Visiting Scientist Fellowship (VSF) program
Sep. 26, 2023—Description Lilly’s Visiting Scientist Fellowship (VSF) program exposes recent Pharm.D., M.D./D.O., and relevant Ph.D. or master’s degree graduates to a myriad of pharmaceutical functions and experiences, providing hands-on involvement with the drug development process. As a VSF, you will use your skills to make a positive impact on global patient care and medicine development. With...
Merck Rising Stars in Measurement Sciences Symposium
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American Association of Medical Colleges (AAMC) Virtual session
Sep. 8, 2023—The American Association of Medical Colleges (AAMC) GREAT Outreach Committee will host a virtual session, “Maximizing the Research Conference Experience” on September 21 at 5 p.m. ET. The panel will provide tips to trainees on attending research conferences including networking, finding funding, how to submit an abstract, and other relevant topics. Registration is open now. For any questions,...
Bioengineering for Global Health Conference
Aug. 24, 2023—Nature Conferences and Vanderbilt University are partnering together to sponsor a new conference on “Bioengineering for Global Health” from Nov 13-15. There is an exciting line-up of invited speakers from across the globe. Students or trainees may submit an abstract if you work in this important area. The abstract / early registration deadline is Sept...
Incyte Medical Information and Medical Affairs Fellowship Program Information Session
Aug. 24, 2023—Incyte is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on finding solutions for serious unmet medical needs through the discovery, development and commercialization of novel medicines. The company’s portfolio includes Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPNs) and Graft-Versus-Host Disease (GVHD), General Hematology/Oncology, Dermatology and other Inflammation & Autoimmunity (IAI), and Partnered Programs. The Incyte Medical Information and Medical Affairs team...
Guidehouse Life Sciences Virtual Information Session
Aug. 22, 2023—We invite undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral candidates interested in learning more about Guidehouse Life Sciences Consulting to register for an upcoming information session “Careers in Consulting: Spotlight on Life Sciences”. The information session will provide an overview of the Guidehouse Life Science practice, including an inside look at “a day in the life” of a...
Understanding the Media: A Starter Guide for Scientists
Feb. 28, 2023—Join SciLine for a free training opportunity, based at the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). SciLine has facilitated thousands of interactions between scientists and journalists, always with the goal of adding research-backed evidence and context to news stories. We know that “the media” can seem like a black box to scientists and...
Exploring Career Paths: Biogen’s PhD Fellowship Program
Feb. 17, 2023—Wondering what it is like transitioning from academia to industry? Join the PhRMA Foundation’s upcoming webinar to find out. In this webinar, the director of Biogen’s PhD Fellowship Program will provide an overview of the program and how to apply, and current and former fellows will discuss their experiences and answer questions. Biogen’s two-year PhD fellowship provides...
Passport to a Job: Networking, Small Talk, and Other Tips
Feb. 8, 2023—As a part of the Graduate School’s Spring Career Colloquium, Andrea Pietrzyk, Assistant Director in ISSS, will be presenting on the cultural context for networking (what it means in a U.S. setting and why people do it), small talk, and some special interview/resume considerations for international students. Date: February 14th Time: 12-12:45pm Venue: Alumni Hall...