‘Skill Development’
2025 Introduction to the Principles and Practice of Clinical Research (IPPCR)
Sep. 5, 2025—Course Information Registration The Introduction to the Principles and Practice of Clinical Research (IPPCR) course trains participants on how to effectively and safely conduct clinical research. The course focuses on the spectrum of clinical research and the research process by highlighting biostatistical and epidemiologic methods, study design, protocol preparation, patient monitoring, quality assurance, ethical and...
Navigating mentor-mentee dynamics: A Podcast and Short Course Series for Trainees
Sep. 3, 2025—Working with your advisor can shape your entire training experience. To help you make the most of this mentoring experience, check out this 7-episode podcast series from the Science Communication Lab covering everything from finding the right mentor to handling conflict and building a strong, productive partnership. Check out each podcast episode below: Episode 1:...
Pfizer R&D Rotational Program
Aug. 29, 2025—At Pfizer, we are changing lives by discovering, developing, and delivering breakthrough medicines and vaccines to the world. Our scientists, clinicians, and R&D professionals are among the best in the industry, with the resources and scale to solve some of the world’s most complex health challenges. So, it’s no wonder that they choose to pursue...
ORISE Symposium: STEM Storytelling
Aug. 21, 2025—The upcoming ORISE Symposium, hosting by the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education. This inaugural event will take place virtually from August 26-28 and is geared toward current and former ORISE participants and other members of the STEM research community. There will be exciting opportunities to learn about the research activities of ORISE participants...
2025 Pulse of Progress National Health Research Forum
Aug. 21, 2025—2025 National Health Research Forum: The Pulse of Progress On September 3, we’ll be providing two early career researcher-specific virtual sessions, supported by Johnson & Johnson, to kick off our 2025 National Health Research Forum. Join us for these discussions designed to equip the next generation of health research leaders with career-building skills. September 3 (virtual...
ASPIRE Up: Applying for Fellowships & NRSAs
Aug. 20, 2025—ASPIRE Up: Applying for Fellowships & NRSAs Looking for funding for your PhD or postdoctoral training? Join Kim Petrie, PhD and Aubrie Stricker, PhD for an informative session on applying for fellowships to support biomedical research training. This workshop will cover: An overview of available fellowships and funding opportunities Strategies for identifying funding sources How...
Academic Communication for Postdocs via VU ELC
Aug. 15, 2025—Enrollment is now open for the Academic Communication for Postdocs self-paced course, offered by the English Language Center (ELC), in collaboration with the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs. This self-paced course allows enrollees to work independently on various aspects of academic speaking and writing. Participation in this course will help postdocs with effective communication 1-on-1, in...
ASPIRE Module: Project Management in Action: From Research Projects to Job Search
Aug. 15, 2025—Project management is an essential skill that is needed across all career stages and career paths, academic or non-academic. This module is designed to help participants 1) understand the principles of project management and how to effectively break down projects into smaller parts; 2) get trained in using a project management tool to effectively plan...
Academy of College Teaching Fall 2025
Aug. 13, 2025—The Academy of College Teaching (ACT) is a ten-week, cohort-based workshop series for Vanderbilt graduate students and postdocs who are preparing for careers in college-level teaching. The program covers course design, classroom techniques, and professional development strategies for early-career instructors. Participants leave the program with teaching resources they can use in future courses, such as...
Life Science Tennessee Foundation’s Scipreneur Challenge
May. 9, 2025—The application window for the next Life Science Tennessee Foundation’s Scipreneur Challenge is open and we will be hosting the online cohort over the Summer. We are thrilled to expand our programming this year by adding an additional track that allows participants to bring their own intellectual property. (We will still offer our traditional Scipreneur...
ASCB’s “Break Into Biotech: A Virtual, Hands-On Course to Launch Your Career”
May. 9, 2025—Break Into Biotech: A Virtual, Hands-On Course to Launch Your Career Virtual Course Dates: June 2-4, 2025 If you’re thinking about a move into biotech, medtech, or pharma, ASCB’s 3-day virtualBiotech Course is your launchpad. Through real-world case studies, networking, and a team-based project, you’ll gain the business acumen, career insights, and confidence needed to...
Want to Stand Out? Upskill with AI
May. 7, 2025—In a world where research is moving faster than ever, having technical expertise is not enough. Fortunately, you can stay ahead by integrating generative AI into your toolkit. Understanding how to use AI tools effectively for writing, planning, and editing is becoming a must-have skill. While many think generative AI can easily write for you,...
ASCB’s Mentoring Program
Apr. 8, 2025—Applications for ASCB’s Faculty Research and Education Development (FRED) Mentoring Program will open soon! FRED is designed for postdocs and early-career scientists who are preparing a research or education grant for submission to the NIH, NSF, or other funding agencies. Through FRED, you’ll work closely with a mentor of your choosing to strengthen your grant-writing...
Weill Institute Emerging Scholars Symposium
Feb. 26, 2025—The Weill Institute Emerging Scholars Symposium on Monday, October 13, is open to senior Ph.D. students and postdocs in cell and molecular biology and related disciplines. Apply by April 14, 2025 for a chance to: Network with students, postdocs, and faculty, and learn about career opportunities at Cornell University Attend the Weill Institute Symposium on...
Decoding Your Story: Networking and Interviewing Success
Feb. 17, 2025— Interested in developing your networking and interviewing skills? Join us for StoryMason, a card game designed to help students learn how to engage people, gain confidence in telling your story and navigating professional conversations. Enjoy drinks and food at the pub while playing a card came to help you improve your interviewing skills! Rand...
ASPIRE Up: Telling Your Story – Preparing for Your Interview
Feb. 17, 2025—Thursday, March 6 1:00-3:00pm Virtual (Zoom link provided at registration) ASPIRE once again will be hosting Lauren Celano, CEO and Co-founder of Propel Careers for a virtual webinar! This interactive webinar is focused on providing advice to help you tell your story so that you can effectively engage with your interviewer and convey your experiences, skills,...
ASPIRE Up: Negotiation
Jan. 1, 2025—Thursday January 9, 2025 10:00am-11:30am Light Hall 208 with Ashley Brady, PhD, Assistant Dean of Biomedical Career Engagement and Strategic Partnerships As a graduate student or postdoc you are by definition in a training role and thus will be moving into a position within the near future. When you finally get that first job offer,...
Resources available at the VU English Language Center
Dec. 3, 2024—The Vanderbilt English Language Center (ELC) supports the internationalization of the university and the School of Medicine Basic Sciences through academic support programming for international students, faculty, and postdocs. Our approach is to teach how language is contextualized within a given context. We find that our international community members with even the most advanced language...
Nature Masterclasses, now available to trainees
Nov. 14, 2024—Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center provides paid access to the Nature Masterclasses on- demand training courses for all Vanderbilt University and Vanderbilt University Medical Center faculty, staff and trainees. Nature Masterclasses provide professional development training for researchers via bite-sized, on-demand courses. Your access is tied to your institutional email domain: vumc.org or vanderbilt.edu. For easy, step-by-step instructions...
Apps Open: Short Course in Transferable Skills Training
Nov. 14, 2024— Announcing the application cycle for the Short Course in Transferable Skills Training (SHIFT) Program now open. This program is available to PhD students in biomedical research programs across the US, with all costs covered by an NIGMS R25 grant. The application deadline is January 31st, 2025. https://redcap.link/e9phsard Who is the...