‘Workshops and Seminars’
American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology is now accepting applications for the summer session of our online course, “The Art of Science Communication”
May. 8, 2017—The ASBMB Public Outreach Committee is proud to offer “The Art of Science Communication”, an online course available for ALL scientists and STEM professionals. The next session starts on JUNE 5. Overview: The goal of the course is to provide participants with fundamental training in science communication, focusing in particular on how to present science to a...
Biophysical Society’s career webinar:Career Planning & Job Searching for Entrepreneurial-focused Science Professionals, May 25
May. 8, 2017—Career Planning & Job Searching for Entrepreneurial-focused Science Professionals Thursday, May 25, 2017, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time This webinar will address how entrepreneurial-focused scientists can design a plan that will incorporate their career goals with their interests, passions, and skills. Register today to learn about the basics of launching your own company, developing your brand, and...
Maximizing Your Networking at the BRET 25th Reunion and Career Symposium
Apr. 25, 2017—The BRET 25th Reunion and Career Symposium is coming up fast and we will be welcoming 16 invited alumni speakers. In addition, many other alumni attendees will be present for small group rotations (networking huddles) and a networking reception. How can you make the most of the networking opportunities that this event will present? Kate Stuart,...
Attend The Whole Scientist course to build skills for your career
Mar. 28, 2017—Am I prepared for the next step in my scientific career? What skills do I need to work in academia? Industry? Other careers? What if I don’t want to do research? How can I find a job? The Jackson Laboratory and partners are pleased to host The Whole Scientist workshop in New York on...
“PhD Careers in Think Tanks,” VersatilePhD panel discussion, April 3-7
Mar. 27, 2017—PhD Careers in Think Tanks April 3-7, 2017 STEM PhDs can positively impact society by working in "think tanks", non-academic research organizations that influence public policy around an important issue or cluster of issues. Think tanks hire PhDs to conduct and evaluate studies and help develop policy recommendations. Versatile PhD will host a free AMA-style...
Registration now open for the 2017 Career Symposium: Alumni Career Trajectories
Mar. 23, 2017—The BRET Office of Career Development and the Training Grants in Biomedical Sciences are excited to announce the 2017 BRET Annual Career Symposium, "Alumni Career Trajectories: Blaze Your Own Trail." Thursday, June 1, 2017 9:00am-4:15pm Student Life Center This career symposium will be held in conjunction with the 25th Anniversary BRET Reunion, and the symposium...
CTTC Medical Device Lunch and Learn Lecture March 28th
Mar. 14, 2017—Please join us Tuesday, March 28th from 11:45am to 12:45pm at Light Hall 202 for a lunch and learn hosted by Vanderbilt's Center for Technology Transfer and Commercialization(CTTC) and the Vanderbilt Institute for Surgery and Engineering (VISE). Ashley Wittorf, Executive Director of AdvaMed Accel, will be our featured speaker. She will discuss: “How the role of government affects efforts...
BCG Advanced Degree Recruiting Resume Writing Workshop 3/28
Mar. 14, 2017— Join The Boston Consulting Group for a Virtual Resume Workshop will be held on Tuesday, March 28 at 5:00 pm ET with ADC consultants from BCG Atlanta. Learn tips for transforming your CV into a one-page business style resume. ADC consultants will share their experiences both as candidates and now interviewers at BCG. ...
Nashville chapter of American Medical Writers Association to hold networking event
Mar. 1, 2017—The Nashville chapter of the American Medical Writers Association (AMWA) is hosting a networking event for members and those interested in medical communications. This meeting will informally discuss the establishment of a book club focused on medical writing topics. Please RSVP at http://evite.me/rG3kSZysQD When: March 13, 5:30pm Where: Fido’s, Hillsboro Village
Vanderbilt Editor’s Club Hosting an Open Workshop on Developing a Specific Aims Page, 11:00 am, Friday, March 11th, 2017
Feb. 23, 2017—The Vanderbilt Editors' Club will be hosting a workshop on writing a clear, communicative Specific Aims page Specific Aims Page Workshop Friday, March 10th 11:00-12:00 am Light Hall 433 We encourage Vanderbilt graduate students and postdoctoral fellows to bring a draft of a Specific Aims page that we can fine-tune together; however, a draft in hand...
2017 Writing Studio’s 3MT Workshop
Feb. 15, 2017—The Writing Studio’s 3MT workshop will take place from 4:00-5:00 PM on Thursday, March 2, 2017 in 306 Buttrick Hall. Gary Jaeger, the Director of the Writing Studio, will facilitate. In this one-hour workshop, we will analyze winning 3MT presentations to learn how narrative and argumentative structure can turn your dissertation or thesis research into a concise and compelling presentation. https://www.vanderbilt.edu/writing/2017/02/3mt-workshop/
Writing a Teaching Statement and Philosophy
Jan. 9, 2017—The Graduate School Career Development office is sponsoring this workshop, which will address best practices for writing a teaching statement/philosophy for the academic job market. This workshop is open to Vanderbilt graduate students & Postdocs from across the disciplines who want to improve their teaching portfolio materials. All teaching experience levels are welcome. Sponsored by...
Crafting an Effective Teaching Statement
Jan. 9, 2017—Crafting an Effective Teaching Statement, Monday, January 30, 3:00–4:30pm in the CFT Classroom online In this workshop we will address best practices for writing a teaching statement/philosophy for the academic job market. This workshop is open to Vanderbilt graduate students & postdocs from across disciplines who want to improve their teaching portfolio materials. All teaching experience...
PhD Career Connections: Teaching and Education Landscape in High Schools
Oct. 24, 2016—Join us as we welcome Dr. Paulianda Jones, PhD, former postdoctoral fellow in the Conn Lab, for PhD Career Connections. Dr. Jones is a science teacher for the Upper School of Ethical Culture Fieldston School in Bronx, NY. Monday, November 14, 2016 11:00am-noon Light Hall 411 A-D Registration is requested. Dr. Paulianda J. Jones is...
NCI Senior Investigator Dr. Munira Basrai to speak on career options at the NIH
Oct. 19, 2016—Dr. Munira Basrai, Ph.D. (Senior Investigator, Center for Cancer Research, National Cancer Institute) will hold an informal discussion about training and career opportunities at the National Institutes of Health. Programs/positions encompassing every level of experience will be discussed. Please note that this session will follow the conclusion of Dr. Basrai’s research presentation (4:10pm in 1220...
STEM Pedagogy Club welcomes Dr. Kelli Kazmier
Sep. 29, 2016—The STEM Pedagogy Journal Club first journal club meeting this semester will be on Thursday, Oct. 13th from 4-5pm in MRBIV 11455. We will be joined by Dr. Kelli Kazmier, a Vanderbilt alum and assistant professor at Hillsdale College. Our topic will be quiet students, and you can read more on the subject here: http://www.chronicle.com/article/Whats-the-Problem-With-Quiet/124258/ No previous...
ASPIRE Networking Pacing Workshop
Aug. 31, 2016—The ASPIRE Networking Pacing Workshop is a series designed to prepare attendees to incorporate networking into their everyday activities. Sessions will break down the process of networking into approachable steps, provide real-world examples, and peer feedback. The workshop will cover networking basics, etiquette, elevator pitches, navigating conversations, event preparation, identification of key individuals, and follow-up. ...
Find Your Voice: How to Write an Op-Ed, an interactive workshop
Aug. 26, 2016—Presented by Abby Olena, PhD Scientists have opinions that the world could benefit from hearing. This workshop will give you the tools to combine your experience and expertise with clear and compelling writing to craft an op-ed with the potential to influence readers and impact public policy. Please bring a laptop computer or pen and...