UNM celebrated 2022 National Postdoc Appreciation Week (NPAW), September 19 - 23.
Seeking ASERT/IRACDA Scholars
The Academic Science Education and Research Training (ASERT) Institutional Research and Career Development Award (IRACDA) program is an NIGMS funded K12 postdoctoral training program.
We are seeking scholars with interest in the biomedical sciences underrepresented in STEM. The ASERT IRACDA program affords professional development, develops research, science communication and teaching skills, and connects you with peer cohorts, and faculty mentoring team. Through our multi-faceted training, fellows are are well-prepared to pursue academic and other careers in the biomedical sciences.
Further information on current and former fellows and research mentors is available on our webpage.
DEI, SOM: Sponsorship Opportunity for Professional Development
To support outreach and recruitment of diverse students, postdocs, residents, fellows, faculty and senior administrators, the SOM Office for DEI has some funds to cover the registration costs to the following professional development conferences occurring through July 2023. If your residents, faculty or staff would like to be sponsored, please have them complete this Sponsorship Request. Remember that each conference also offers opportunities to present oral/poster presentations, to apply for leadership awards, to apply for scholarships, and/or to participate in recruitment/career fairs. Learn more by visiting their website. Please also apply for funding at least 45 days before the conference dates. Given limited funding, preference will be given to trainees, first come, first served.
AAMC – Association of American Medical Colleges Early Career Women Faculty Leadership Development Seminar
July 18-21, 2023
Latino Medical Student Association (LMSA) National Conference
Philadelphia, PA
(DATES PENDING)
Association of American Indian Physicians (AAIP) 50th Conference
(DATES PENDING)
NMA – National Medical Association Annual Convention & Scientific Assembly
(DATES PENDING)
AAMC - Association of American Medical Colleges 2023 Minority Faculty Leadership Development Seminar
(DATES PENDING)
Please email Mike Kendall or Dr. Katie Reyes if you have any questions.
The 2023 NIH Virtual Summer Enrichment Curriculum is starting the week of Jun 5. All events/activities are free.
To help you sharpen your science skills and develop both professionally and personally, we have developed a summer-long series of activities. This summer’s online curriculum will focus on the exciting science we do at the NIH and on career/professional development, and wellness topics for students at all educational levels. We encourage you to look at all the program offerings and identify events that will help you achieve your scientific and career goals.
Summer Intensive Series - Sexual & Gender Minority Health: New this year, the NIH Sexual & Gender Minority Research Office (SGMRO) sponsors a summer intensive series to enhance scientists' knowledge of sexual and gender minority (SGM) health research. Open to all trainees, including those outside of NIH, the series explores SGM health research, its intersection with science, policy, communication, and community engagement. Weekly sessions feature renowned SGM health researchers, panel discussions, breakout groups, and journal club discussions. Participants can attend one or multiple sessions, with a certificate of completion awarded for attending at least 5 out of 7 sessions. Visit the SGM Health Research SIS webpage to learn more.
Register Here for the Summer Intensive Series - Sexual & Gender Minority Health.
BECOMING A RESILIENT SCIENTIST SERIES IS BACK (Summer & Fall 2023)The NIH OITE offers a series of workshops to help you develop your confidence and resilience in various challenging situations. The series includes four (Summer) or five (Fall) webinars, each followed by a small-group discussion. These sessions focus on strategies for academic success, thriving in research and healthcare careers, building resilience, overcoming obstacles, and mentoring. Attending the entire series is recommended as concepts and themes will be developed progressively, allowing you to integrate and refine the information. Previous participants reported increased resilience, improved stress management, and highly recommended the series. For more information and schedule, please visit here:
Student registration is now open for the NIH Graduate & Professional School Fair on Jul 19! The fair offers hybrid workshops on getting to graduate and/or professional school, in-person exhibitor sessions to learn about participating institutions and programs on Jul 19, and virtual exhibitor sessions on Whova from Jul 25 to Aug 11. Over 270 institutions have registered to participate, providing valuable resources for advanced education and networking opportunities. Stay tuned for the lists of participating institutions and workshop speakers, coming soon.
While all events are free of charge, advance registration is required. To register for events and read event descriptions, please visit Upcoming Events on the OITE website and locate the events that interest you or check the virtual summer enrichment curriculum calendar. Please subscribe to our mailing list, NIH-OITE-INFO, if you would like to receive summer updates and information on training programs at the NIH in the future.
We hope these opportunities will broaden your knowledge, inspire your curiosity in the field of biomedical research, and prepare you for success. Embrace this opportunity to engage with the NIH community and discover new possibilities in your own journey.
NIH Office of Intramural Training & Education - https://www.training.nih.govEnvironmental Health Hazard Assessment Office
JC-353370
Reproductive and Developmental ScientistSTAFF TOXICOLOGIST (SPECIALIST)
$8,630.00 - $10,751.00 per Month
Final Filing Date: Until Filled
Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account), By Mail, Drop-off
The Reproductive Toxicology and Epidemiology Section (RTES) within the Reproductive and Cancer Hazard Assessment Branch (RCHAB) provides technical support for listing chemicals as causing reproductive toxicity under Proposition 65; develops guidelines for assessing risks of exposure to chemicals that cause reproductive toxicity; conducts dose response and exposure assessment; and provides technical assistance to other programs in the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA), the Attorney General’s Office, and other California governmental entities.
Under general direction of the Senior Toxicologist, Chief, RTES, the Staff Toxicologist (Specialist) works as a member of a multidisciplinary team and acts as a subject matter expert in general toxicology and reproductive toxicology while carrying out reproductive toxicity hazard identification, dose-response, and exposure assessment activities. The Staff Toxicologist (Specialist) will be instrumental in performing literature searches, evaluating toxicological data, performing dose-response analyses, and preparing hazard identification materials and dose-response documents.
OR
Under direction of the Senior Toxicologist, Chief, RTES, the Associate Toxicologist works as a member of a multidisciplinary team and performs work of average difficulty in carrying out reproductive toxicity hazard identification, dose-response, and exposure assessment activities. The Associate Toxicologist will be instrumental in performing the more standard duties of literature searches, evaluating less complex toxicological data, performing less complex dose-response analyses, and preparing less complex sections of hazard identification materials and dose-response documents. All of these work products will be subject to review by more senior Section colleagues, including the Senior Toxicologist.
Please let us know how you heard about this position by taking a brief survey
LIST ELIGIBILITY – EXAMINATION PROCESS List eligibility is established through an examination process in which one must apply and successfully pass the examination for the classification. If you have not established list eligibility for the Staff Toxicologist (Specialist), please click on the link to the examination bulletin for more information - Staff Toxicologist (ca.gov) or for the Associate Toxicologist, please click on the link to the examination bulletin for more information - Associate Toxicologist (ca.gov).
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
OEHHA has a hybrid work environment that includes work in an office setting in a high-rise building and telework at home. Office arranged in cubicles. Various time-critical assignments are part of the workload. Prolonged sitting while reviewing scientific articles, reports and generating scientific documents and reports is required. Repetitive motion in using office equipment occurs. May be required to travel to other OEHHA locations for business related needs as necessary. Off-site meetings and teleconferences sometimes take place. Hours of position vary between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Willingness to travel as needed.
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Job Code #: JC-353370
Position #(s): 811-140-7978-014
Working Title: Reproductive and Developmental Scientist
Classification:
STAFF TOXICOLOGIST (SPECIALIST)
$8,630.00 - $10,751.00
Shall Consider:
ASSOCIATE TOXICOLOGIST
$6,512.00 - $8,093.00 A
$7,152.00 - $8,889.00 B
# of Positions: 1
Work Location: Sacramento County
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
The Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) values diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the organization. We foster an environment where employees from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. We believe the diversity of our employees is essential to inspiring innovative solutions. Together we further our mission to protect and enhance the health of Californians and our state’s environment through scientific evaluations that inform, support and guide regulatory and other actions.Join OEHHA to improve the lives of all Californians. OEHHA is a small agency that will provide lots of varied experience. OEHHA is responsible for developing and providing risk managers in state and local government agencies with toxicological and medical information relevant to decisions involving public health.Department Website
Pfizer has another 2023 Postdoctoral Fellow role we would like to share.
Information about our Postdoctoral Program.
Minimum 2-year term, starting salary minimum $75K; 7.5% bonus plus benefits including 3 weeks’ vacation, 14 paid holidays, health, dental and vision coverage, etc.
Pfizer has another 2023 Postdoctoral Fellow role we would like to share.
Information about our Postdoctoral Program.
Minimum 2-year term, starting salary minimum $80K; 7.5% bonus plus benefits including 3 weeks’ vacation, 14 paid holidays, health, dental and vision coverage, etc.
FACTOID: 100% of the Postdocs that remain with Pfizer upon completing their term move into a Senior Scientist role.
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