A Sampling of Careers in Biology
Biology Department & Biology Graduate Students
No enrollment limit, no advance sign up
Participants welcome at individual sessions (series)
Prereq: none
MIT Biology is proud to present the IAP Program "Sampling of Careers in Biology".
Web: http://web.mit.edu/biology/www/biology/iap.html
Contact: Michael Laub, 68-580A, x4-0418, laub@mit.edu
Sponsor: Biology
Biotechnology
L. Mbow, J. Leeds, S. Calvo, J.Kelly
Are you considering a job in industry, or perhaps starting your own company? What are the main differences between academic and industry labs? Are there labs that are “in between”? Join us for an exciting Q&A session with a panel of scientists who belong to different areas of industry, and decide whether industry is the right choice for you.
Mon Jan 10, 01:30-03:00pm, 68-181
Law Careers Panel
J. Van Amsterdam, M. Gusafson, A. Schwartz, R.McQuade
What kinds of opportunities exist in lawrelated professions? What are these careers like and are they right for you?
Wed Jan 12, 01-02:30pm, 68-181
Science Education & Outreach
M.Kosinski-Collins, E.Miller, M.Rokop, S. Heilman
Really enjoy TAing? Love sharing your passion for science with others? Come hear about careers in teaching science and sharing science education with the public.
Wed Jan 19, 03-04:30pm, 32-155
Consulting/Venture Capital
V. Prabhu, G. Hersch, J. Hou, K. Forrest, B. Booth
The business of Biology is booming! This seminar features capitalists, who finance biological enterprises, and consultants, who suggest the best way to merge Biology with business or non-profit. Come listen and speak with Ph.D.s who have made the transition from bench work to the business world.
Fri Jan 21, 01-02:00pm, 68-181
Science Policy & Govt Jobs
M.Fleury, J.Goodrich, C.McMahon, M. Lebedeva, J. Palmer
Major decisions are made in Washington, D.C. that affect our research budgets, health care, and foods and drugs. As scientists we
can get involved in the federal policymaking process and provide valuable scientific expertise and analysis to some of the biggest questions of our day. Find out what steps to take and what programs are available for Ph.D.s that want to participate in policy decisions.
Reception to follow.
Fri Jan 28, 01-02:30pm, 32-141
Science Writing & Communication
Dr. Sonal Jhaveri, Amanda Yarnell, Dr. Karen Carniol
CORRECT TALK DATE: MONDAY, JANUARY 31, 2011, 1-2:30pm, 68-181
Are you a good communicator? Are you interested in a career in science publishing? Come hear about a variety of careers in science writing and communication.
Sun Jan 30, 01-02:30pm, 68-181
Latest update: 22-Dec-2010
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