{"id":25329,"date":"2026-04-23T12:33:46","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T17:33:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/medschool.vanderbilt.edu\/career-development\/?p=25329"},"modified":"2026-04-23T12:33:46","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T17:33:46","slug":"interested-in-a-science-policy-career-join-vspg","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/medschool.vanderbilt.edu\/career-development\/2026\/04\/23\/interested-in-a-science-policy-career-join-vspg\/","title":{"rendered":"Interested in a science policy career? Join VSPG!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"elementToProof\">Are you curious about how science shapes government decisions? Whether you&#8217;re looking to transition from the lab to government or just want to understand the impact of your research, join the Vanderbilt Science Policy Group (VPSG)\u00a0for our upcoming recruitment event!<\/div>\n<div id=\"Signature\" class=\"elementToProof\">\n<div class=\"elementToProof\">This is a perfect opportunity for anyone considering a career in science policy. By joining, you&#8217;ll be able to:<\/div>\n<ul data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\">\n<li><span role=\"presentation\">Build Your Professional Network:<\/span>\u00a0Connect with an active community passionate about advocacy and governance.<\/li>\n<li><span role=\"presentation\">Develop Career-Ready Skills:<\/span>\u00a0Take on leadership roles that build the communication and organizational skills policy employers look for.<\/li>\n<li><span role=\"presentation\">Stay Ahead of the Curve:<\/span>\u00a0Get informed on the local and federal policies that affect the future of scientific funding and regulation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\">Event Details:<\/div>\n<ul data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\">\n<li><span role=\"presentation\">Date:<\/span>\u00a0Thursday, April 30th<\/li>\n<li><span role=\"presentation\">Time:<\/span>\u00a04:00 PM<\/li>\n<li><span role=\"presentation\">Location:<\/span>\u00a0Light Hall 431<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"elementToProof\">Come learn what we do and how you can get started in the Vanderbilt science policy community. 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