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Thursday and Friday, February 25th and 26th from 10 AM - 5 PM
You are invited to Beyond Academia's Annual conference 2021, a conference dedicated to helping current PhDs and postdocs explore career paths. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this event will be fully virtual (powered by Hopin). Registration is free and open to all graduate students, postdocs and alumni from any university. Register here! These are some of the highlights (find detailed schedule here): 15 Panels with more than 100 Humanities, Social Science and STEM PhDs that have transitioned into careers such as data science, communication and media, policy and industry research. 8 professional development workshops to help you nail the job interview, network and acquire transferable skills to make your transition out of academia a success. A virtual networking session on both days to allow you to network and make important connections with attendees and invited speakers. With Keynote Speakers: Dr. Jennifer R. Cohen, STEM Keynote Biochemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology Ph.D.; Associate Director for Biosciences Diversity Programs at Stanford University School of Medicine Dr. Karen Kelsy, HSS Keynote Cultural Anthropology Ph.D.; Founder and CEO of The Professor Is In. Questions? Beyond Academia Website [email protected]
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Saturday, February 27th 2021, 9 AM - 4 PM
The Financial Horizons Conference (FHC) is a free event that draws 500+ attendees annually and is designed to give students the opportunity to learn from and network with accomplished professionals, UCSD alumni, and leading minds in the finance and business world. FHC is UCSD's premier educational and networking event for students looking to broaden their financial knowledge and employers looking to recruit fresh talent. This year, we will be hosting 15+ speakers from Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, Allianz, and more. If you are interested in exploring career possibilities in business/finance or you are trying to build connections with leading professionals, this conference will be the perfect chance to bridge the gap between your dream and your future! Register here. Wednesday, March 3rd from 12 PM - 12:45 PM PST
Come explore women’s leadership in 2021! Join us for a lunch time learning session with our esteemed panel of Bank of America and Triton leaders. Our speakers will challenge and inspire you as they provide ideas, tips, and tools to identify your leadership goals and style, maximize opportunities for growth, and navigate obstacles in your path. Whether you’re a student or professional, you’ll enjoy this conversation and the opportunity to connect with fellow Tritons. Remember to sign up by Tuesday, March 3rd at 12 PM Join us immediately after our virtual event for a special networking session where you can continue the conversation with panelists and attendees. For more info and to register, click here. Fridays from 9:30 AM - 11 AM or 4 - 5:30 PM
Hello chem majors! Log in to Zoom Chemistry Peer Advising to speak to a Chemistry Peer Advisor! By attending office hours during Winter quarter, you will be entered in a raffle to win one of 3 $5 Starbucks e-gift cards! Zoom Link here. Meeting ID: 988 952 6082 Password: chempeers Deadline: March 5th, 2021
Are you interested in a 10-12 week summer employment opportunity at Pfizer?
Please direct questions to [email protected] Hello fellow physics fanatics!!
Wanna get more involved in UWiP? Then come to UWiP's Info session/open board meeting! It is next Monday, March 1st @ 5:20pm. We will be discussing current and future plans for UWiP and open board positions for next year. UWiP Info Session/Open Board Meeting Date: Monday, 3-1-2021 Time: 5:30pm (PT) Zoom ID: 937-7985-1221 Zoom link: https://ucsd.zoom.us/j/93779851221 We wish everyone the best on their midterms. Have a wonderful week 8! <3 The UWiP Team Deadline: March 1st, 2021 Are you interested in materials science research? Our research program is open to undergraduate students majoring in science and engineering at any 2- or 4-year institution who are citizens or permanent residents of the US or US territories. Students with a diversity of backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply. We focus on: - PREDICTIVE ASSEMBLY Using computational models to predict and guide the self-assembly of materials from the nano- to meso- scale. - ENGINEERED LIVING MATERIALS Utilizing genetic engineering and synthetic biology to create soft materials that contain living components For more info and to apply, click here. The School of Molecular and Cellular Biology (MCB; http://mcb.illinois.edu/) in conjunction with the Cancer Center (https://cancer.illinois.edu/) at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign seeks outstanding applicants for a full-time tenure-track assistant professor or associate professor position in the field of cancer biology.
The Illinois College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) is a world leader in research, teaching, and public engagement. Faculty in the College create knowledge, address critical societal needs through the transfer and application of knowledge, and prepare students for lives of impact in the state, nation, and globally. To meet these objectives, the College embraces and values diversity and difference by hiring faculty candidates who can contribute through their research, teaching, and/or service to the diversity and excellence of the Illinois community. For more information and to apply, click here. We’re excited to announce the release of the third episode of The Science of Mentorship, a new podcast from the Board on Higher Education and Workforce of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM).
Academia can be a toxic environment, especially for women and other marginalized students. Dr. Akiko Iwasaki experienced this reality both in her studies and after she earned her Ph.D. However, research shows that women and marginalized students can better integrate into academic communities when they have positive mentoring experiences, and often, multiple mentoring relationships. In this episode, Dr. Akiko Iwasaki tells the story of her journey through STEMM academia and beyond as a woman from Japan. There were times she was discouraged from continuing her studies, but supportive mentors guided her through difficult situations with both emotional and technical support. Dr. Iwasaki shares about these experiences and how they shaped her approach to mentoring her own students in innovative ways. Dr. Akiko Iwasaki is a professor and researcher in immunology at the Yale School of Medicine. She has contributed significant research to the field of innate immunity against multiple viruses and cancer. She has won numerous awards and in 2018, was elected into the National Academy of Sciences. In 2019, Dr. Iwasaki was elected into the National Academy of Medicine. To learn more about the Science of Effective Mentorship in STEMM report, and for a guide to implementing best practices at your institution, visit NAS.edu/mentoring. To listen to the episodes, click here. Our applications for 2021 Undergraduate Summer Scholars and Post-baccalaureate Research Education Programs are now open.
The easiest way to access the application is to visit www.rochester.edu and enter 'PREP' or 'Summer Scholars' in the search - our website is the first result. Are you a Synthetic Organic Chemist who has the abilities to create new molecular tools for use in Cepheid’s diagnostic assays?
This role is critical for securing and advancing Cepheid’s position as the leading provider of integrated molecular diagnostic solutions. This function will enable Cepheid to stay on top of the latest technologies and innovations in the effort of delivering a better way to improve patient outcomes. The role is critical to support Cepheid’s overall pipeline of new assays under experimental investigation. APPLY HERE. Introduction to the role: This position will utilize synthetic organic chemistry to create new molecular tools for use in Cepheid’s diagnostic assays. New PCR tools that provide greater sensitivity, faster sample preparation and/or greater multiplexing with overall reduced total time to result are desired. The qualified scientist will apply a broad knowledge of organic chemistry, protein biochemistry and molecular biology to evaluate, review, and identify novel technologies that will help Cepheid maintain its leadership position in molecular diagnostics. The successful candidate will possess expertise and hands-on experience in synthetic chemistry, analytical chemistry and microbiology skills. This individual should be familiar with a variety of synthetic chemistry techniques with a focus on nucleic acid chemistry. The central scope and requirement in this role are to evaluate new research opportunities, propose and enable new research projects that will transform Cepheid’s product pipeline. Essential job responsibilities:
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Deadline: May 31, 2021
Intel has partnered with The AFCEA Educational Foundation to offer an Intel AFCEA Graduate Diversity Scholarship for STEM students pursing a Masters or PhD during Fall 2021-Spring 2022 term. The benefits include funding (i.e. $3,000), potential opportunity for an Intel Mentor, Intel job (i.e. internship or full-time), and access to trainings, research, Intel architecture (i.e. hardware, software, etc.), networking with other Intel scholars and more. APPLY HERE. For more scholarship opportunities visit here. Monday, Feb. 22, 2021 5 PM - 6 PM
Whether it’s presenting yourself to potential employers, investors, or mentors, it is important to be able to identify your personal brand. Learn some best practices and strategies on how to set yourself apart from others. REGISTER: https://yourbrand.eventbrite.com Applications Deadline: Sunday, February 21st @ 11:59pm
In collaboration with UC San Diego’s Design Lab, the Idea Lab is a quarter-long foundational program designed to introduce students to the ideas of design thinking and how it complements entrepreneurship through hands-on experiences and collaborative work with students from a variety of academic disciplines, backgrounds, and perspectives. More Information: https://www.ucsdbasement.com/launchpad Application: click here. |
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