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Careers Beyond Academia Information Session

Zoom

Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us in a small group session to find out how we can help you! Get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small…

Weill Institute Career Workshop Alumni Panel

Zoom

Join the Weill Institute for a chance to hear the tips and tricks of job searching from alumni. Featuring: Alex Batrouni, BERG LLC Melanie Maurer, 23andMe Heather Meyer, Mozza Foods Arnold Muccini, Biogen Ethan Sanfaord, IQVIA Zoom link: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/98425202275?p-#success Meeting ID: 984 2520 2275 Passcode: WCareer

Founder-led Biotech Summit

Virtual Session NY, United States

Founder-led Biotech Summit is a free online summit that convenes biotech founders, PhDs, scientists, investors and leaders. Taking place Oct 31-Nov. 4. A great way to expand your network to learn about exciting new ventures to join and how to approach starting your own venture. Speaker list and how to register: https://founderledbio.com/

Careers for PhDs: UX Research

Zoom NY, United States

Among the most rapidly growing and dynamic job sectors in which to apply your doctoral-level research background is the UX (User Experience) domain. PhDs in the humanities and humanistic social sciences bring a combination of analytic, problem-solving, and communication skills in high demand for UX positions across a huge range of fields and settings. A…

Careers for PhDs: UX Research

Zoom

Among the most rapidly growing and dynamic job sectors in which to apply your doctoral-level research background is the UX (User Experience) domain. PhDs in the humanities and humanistic social sciences bring a combination of analytic, problem-solving, and communication skills in high demand for UX positions across a huge range of fields and settings. A…

Career Path Series: Start-Ups

Zoom NY, United States

Recently, there has been a surge in start-up spinoffs from academic institutions, creating opportunities for PhD and postdoc fellows to take their research into the commercial space. This rise of start-ups requires individuals to play multiple roles such as creating the organization (i.e. identifying the employee structure), managing a lab, fundraising, communicating the mission to diverse audiences, creating short-term strategies…

Financial Literacy

102 Mann Library 237 Mann Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

On Monday, Nov. 14th, we will be having an alumnus come to speak to Careers Beyond Academia for anyone who wants to get exposure to Financial Literacy! The session will be held in 102 Mann Library at 2:00pm ET. During his session, the speaker will target various topics such as Budgeting, Why to Invest, How to…

Careers Beyond Academia Information Session

Zoom

Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us in a small group session to find out how we can help you! Get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small…

Building Backwards to Biotech-Driving Cutting Edge Science to Market

Stocking Hall, Room 148

Ever wondered how research makes it out of the lab and to patients? Start-ups, entrepreneurship, and biotechnology are proven methods for bringing novel science off the bench and to the market, where they have the potential to impact real people’s health and lives for the better. Alumna Stephanie Wisner (A&S '16 Chemistry) will share her…

Flagship Pioneering Fellowship info session

Webinar

Whether your goal is to pursue a career at the intersection of science and business, try something different, or gain exposure to Flagship’s world class network, the Fellows Program offers a unique set of desirable skills and experiences for your next step. Attend this info session hosted by Careers Beyond Academia to learn more about…

NYAS Career Path Series: Science Policy

Webinar

Careers in science policy exist in a wide variety of settings including government, international, professional associations, academia, industry, lobbying firms, and law firms. Policy influences our lives across various issues and requires evidence-based, strategic communication, community engagement, and support for decision makers. Science Policy offers graduate & postdoctoral fellows the opportunity to implement their research…

Careers Beyond Academia Information Session

Zoom

Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us in a small group session to find out how we can help you! Get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small…

Careers Beyond Academia Information Session

Zoom

Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us in a small group session to find out how we can help you! Get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small…

Ask GFI: Alt Protein Careers

Webinar

Are you interested in working in the alternative protein field? Join The Good Food Institute to learn more about what it takes to pursue an academic or industry career in this rapidly growing space. Register here https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qdEaPZBHSXinyhTO1V1tsw

CNY Humanities Corridor: Book Publishing Workshops

Webinar

Scholars from all eleven Central New York (CNY) Humanities Corridor institutions (including Cornell) are invited to sign up for one or both sections of a free Book Publishing Workshop with Laura Portwood-Stacer, Friday, December 16, organized by the Corridor Futures & Initiatives (HF4) Working Group: Land a Publisher for Your Scholarly Book (12-1:30pm EST) Write an Outstanding Book Proposal (1:45pm-3:15pm EST) Register for…

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification

Online

Online, self-paced training to gain a deeper understanding of Lean and Six Sigma tools within the DMAIC* methodology. Held between December 20, 2022 and January 17, 2023. Read about other Cornellians who have benefitted from this training in the past. In partnership with Binghamton University, all interested Cornell graduate students can register for the reduced negotiated Careers…

Preparing for Interviews with Industry

Stocking Hall, Room 148

Cornell Institute for Food Systems and Careers Beyond Academia invite you to a brown bag workshop for STEM graduate students and postdocs with Christophe Galopin, Ph.D. ’99, VP Global Sensorial Experience Technologies, Human and Animal Nutrition S&T, Archer-Daniels-Midland. This workshop will focus on the interview process and how to present yourself most effectively during interviews…

PhD level STEM-focused employer networking

An online opportunity to meet with a wide variety of employers--targeted at PhD students and postdocs. In partnership with Cornell Career Services, please register through Handshake. (for postdocs: please contact Christine Holmes to manually enter your contact info to access Handshake privileges)

Enroll in GRAD 9110 Professional Career Foundations

Practical tips to focus a job search, develop strategies to identify a meaningful career and empower you to make an impact. Through discussions, immersive activities and professional networking, participants will hone communication of their strengths and fit to employers’ needs to set themselves apart as top candidates. Enrollment preference given to second- and third-year doctoral…

Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

Zoom NY, United States

Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…

InSITE Fellowship Info Session

Webinar

The InSITE Fellowship is a leadership development program that creates community for graduate students and postdocs interested in entrepreneurship, VC, and consulting. Partner with high-potential startups in 10-week engagements to identify key challenges and opportunities, set deliverables and drive meaningful growth. Create your own career path through educational and mentorship programming to support your growth as…

SAi forum featuring Martina G. Efeyini

Zoom NY, United States

Join the monthly SAi forum featuring Martina G. Efeyini, 2021 Science News Civic Science Fellow, as she shares how she uses civic science and journalism to reach Gen Z audiences.  The forum will take place Thursday, February 16, 2023, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.  Join the Zoom session. Civic Science Fellow project:  Martina is working to…

NYAS Career Path Series: Science Public Relations

Webinar

Are you looking for a career that interfaces science, scientific writing, promotion, and public relations? Public Relations is a great opportunity to work with individuals across a range of industry and provide communication strategies to effectively communicate services and products. The rise in diagnostics, drugs, therapeutics, vaccines, and medical technologies means a greater need for…

Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

Zoom NY, United States

Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…

Entrepreneur First lunch and learn, 1:1s

eHub Kennedy Hall (106b)

Entrepreneur First is the best place in the world to meet a co-founder that can join you to tackle global problems. It's where ambitious people who know that finding the right partner is more important than the right idea gather. The best of the best exclusively, recruited from all across North America. For the first time,…

Creating an Employer-ready LinkedIn Profile

341 Caldwell Hall 121 Reservoir Avenue, Ithaca, NY, United States

In person only, held in 341 Caldwell Hall. Sessions limited to 15 people, as it is highly interactive. Sign up for your preferred date to join Creating an Employer-ready LinkedIn Profile on this google sheet We’ll start with a short overview presentation with pro tips on how to use LinkedIn, some exercises to identify a…

Prototyping Hardware Accelerator Info Session

eHub Collegetown 409 College Ave, Ithaca

Come learn more abut the summer prototyping hardware accelerator program! 5-6pm at the eHub Collegetown space RSVP now

Fireside chat with P&G alumni on career opportunities

Olin Hall 128

If you are interested in a career of applied research beyond academia and are within 24 months of completing your doctoral program or post-doc appointment at Cornell, please read on and sign up here to get your questions answered. Procter & Gamble is hiring qualified doctoral and postdoctoral scientists for a variety of challenging Research…

BioEntrepreneurship Initiative Info Session

Online

Learn more about how you can benefit from participating in the the BioEntrepreneurship Initiative. RSVP now for this online info session. Even if you are not able to apply this year, get info to strengthen your application or help you decide it's not for you and/or network to learn about the various offerings in the…

Technology Innovation Workshop

Today we'll cover the essentials of intellectual property for startups. Led by Frank DeCosta and Phillip Owh, the presentation will include IP dos and don’ts, patent filing, and tips on how to leverage Cornell’s Center for Technology Licensing (CTL). DeCosta is a widely regarded expert in patent litigation and a partner at Finnegan Henderson, a…

NYAS Career Path Series: Intellectual Property & Patent Law

Webinar

Patent Law is a growing career opportunity for scientists to transition into after obtaining their PhD or after a postdoctoral fellowship and continue to learn the cutting-edge research being developed. As scientific research progresses, the need for scientific input is critical to developing patent applications and supporting the intellectual property needs of scientific organizations and…

Scientist Mentoring and Diversity Programs info session

Scientist Mentoring and Diversity Programs (SMDP) is one year career mentoring program pairs ethnically diverse students (Baccalaureate, Master or Ph.D.) and early career researchers with industry mentors who work at companies in the medical technology, biotechnology and consumer healthcare industries.  With their mentors, Scholars attend a 5-day training session to learn about career opportunities in…

Choate Cocktails & Careers Event

Webinar

Choate will host a patent and intellectual property virtual cocktail reception and career exploration event on Tuesday, March 14, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Graduate students and post-docs in Biology, Chemistry, or Engineering are invited to attend. Meet with Partners, Associates, Patent Agents and Staff Scientists from Choate, and learn how their expertise in science translates…

Digital Ag Hackathon Mar. 17-19

Schurman Hall

Do you know you don't have to be a coder to participate in a hackathon? The 'hack' refers to quickly and creatively getting to a viable solution to a pressing problem. A weekend commitment might change your mind that you'd like to work in a fast-paced innovative environment and let future employers know that you…

PRIME Education: Career Paths in Scientific Writing and MedEd

Online

Are you a Postdoctoral Fellow or graduating this spring with a PhD in the biomedical sciences? Looking for a remote career where you can apply your scientific expertise and passion for scientific writing? PRIME Education is seeking candidates who are interested in translating science into improved real-world clinical and healthcare outcomes. Come to this information…

Building an Entrepreneurial Mindset for PhDs

116 Upson Hall 124 Hoy Rd., Ithaca, NY

Are you an ambitious Cornell Ph.D. student considering how to maximize the impact of your research? Explore the process of going from a Ph.D. candidate to the founder of a technology company! During this information session, you will discover how the skills required to conduct scientific research overlap with those required to become an entrepreneur.…

Financial Planning 101: How to Grow the Strongest Foundation

G01 Biotech 215 Tower Road, Ithaca, NY, United States

Are you interested in gaining exposure to the financial strategies and techniques that every person should be confident with in order to set themselves up for long-term success?  For example, did you know you can grow your money tax-free? Join our fun and informative sessions to learn more financial hacks that should be on your…

Presenting Your Best Self workshop

224 Weill Hall 237 Tower Rd, Ithaca, NY

Join Graduate Women in Science (GWIS) at noon! Celebrate Empowerment Month, open to all gender identities, with a series with a keynote, panels and workshops on "Making Yourself Heard in Science".  Join Susi Varvayanis, Executive Director of Careers Beyond Academia, in Weill Hall 224 in an interactive workshop to personalize your professional tools. Part of…

Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

Zoom NY, United States

Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…

Careers in intellectual property: Meet Eldora Ellison, Ph.D.

Myron Taylor Hall, Room 279 524 College Ave, Ithaca, NY, United States

Join Cornell Alumna & Board of Trustee member Eldora Ellison, who earned her Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Molecular and Cell Biology at Cornell, for an engaging conversation about the intersection of science engineering and the law. Dr. Ellison is one of the country's foremost attorneys in intellectual property (IP) in the biotechnology space. She will discuss…

Making the Transition to Industry

Stocking Hall 146 (the PepsiCo Auditorium)

Cornell Institute for Food Systems and Careers Beyond Academia invite you to a workshop for STEM graduate students and postdocs with Christophe Galopin, Ph.D. ’99, VP Global Sensorial Experience Technologies, Human and Animal Nutrition S&T, Archer-Daniels-Midland. This workshop will focus on resume development. Topics covered will include: structuring your resume, the importance of communicating achievements…

Creating an Employer-ready LinkedIn Profile

341 Caldwell Hall 121 Reservoir Avenue, Ithaca, NY, United States

In person only, held in 341 Caldwell Hall. Sessions limited to 15 people, as it is highly interactive. Sign up for your preferred date to join Creating an Employer-ready LinkedIn Profile on this google sheet We’ll start with a short overview presentation with pro tips on how to use LinkedIn, some exercises to identify a…

NYAS Career Path Series: Consulting

Webinar

A career in Consulting is a lucrative transition for individuals receiving degrees in STEM. Consulting firms value STEM-trained individuals for their critical thinking skills, and their ability to develop strategies to resolve business problems. Consulting firms vary in size from boutiques that specialize in a particular industry to larger firms that consult on wider range…

Meet and Greet with Andrew Morse

220 White Hall 123 Central Ave, Ithaca, NY, United States

Join Andrew Morse ’96 for an informal “drop-in” session to discuss career opportunities in media and his experience as executive vice president and chief digital officer at CNN and in multiple roles for Bloomberg and ABC News. He was recently appointed president and publisher of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, to lead the digital transformation of the…

Creating an Employer-ready LinkedIn Profile

341 Caldwell Hall 121 Reservoir Avenue, Ithaca, NY, United States

In person only, held in 341 Caldwell Hall. Sessions limited to 15 people, as it is highly interactive. Sign up for your preferred date to join Creating an Employer-ready LinkedIn Profile on this google sheet We’ll start with a short overview presentation with pro tips on how to use LinkedIn, some exercises to identify a…

Create an Employer-Ready LinkedIn Profile

341 Caldwell Hall 121 Reservoir Avenue, Ithaca, NY, United States

We’ll start with a short overview presentation with pro tips on how to use LinkedIn, some exercises to identify a good tagline, and a very interactive session where participants work on their own profiles and critique others’ –so you will need to bring your own computer. Handy tips will be shared among participants at the…

Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

Zoom NY, United States

Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…

NYAS Career Path Series: Data Analysis

Webinar

Data practitioners are valuable assets to organizations and decision making. Individuals with knowledge in data analytics utilize several technical tools to manage information and develop a succinct story that supports trends and directions for organizations to evolve and grow. A graduate or postdoctoral fellow needs a critical understanding of data management and assessment to pursue…

NY Ventures online info session

Have you wondered where you can find matching pre-seed funding for your experiment or prototype? Does New York State invest directly in life sciences startups? Learn the answers to these questions and more when you attend the intercampus virtual info session on Thursday, May 11, 12-1pm ET spotlighting New York Ventures, the venture fund of…

Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

Zoom

Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…

Preparing Scientists for Industry Careers

Webinar

This four-part, free, online career development workshop will provide you with interactive experiences and guidance as you prepare to move beyond academia and pursue your career, and an opportunity to network with industry representatives! With an increasing number of available jobs shifting from academia to industry settings, understanding the skills necessary to compete for and…

General Principles and Visualization Tools for Active Learning in Biology

Webinar

In this webinar you will learn, the fundamental features of, and best practices in applying, the pedagogical approach known as “Active Learning” and the role that visualization tools (graphics, animations, videos, recorded interviews with scientists, etc.) can play in enhancing student comprehension. A 30-minute Q&A session will round out the webinar. Hosted by the American…

ComSciCon-NY-apply by May 8

Webinar

Calling all STEM graduate and post-doctoral researchers! The Annual ComSciCon-NY two-day science communication workshop will be held at Cornell University this June 1st and 2nd. The workshop is free to attend and open to all STEM graduate students and post-doctoral researchers from universities based in New York State. Applications (click here to apply) are due…

Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

Zoom

Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…

Networking @Rev: Women in Entrepreneurship

Rev: Ithaca Startup Works, 314 E State St, Ithaca 314 E State St, Ithaca, NY

Networking@Rev: Women in Entrepreneurship  Thursday, June 15 | 6:00-8:30 pm | Rev: Ithaca Startup Works (314 E State St) Register here Did you know that only 2.2% of venture capital funding goes to female-founded startups? It's time to change that. Join us for an inspiring evening of networking and innovation at Networking@Rev: Women in Entrepreneurship!…

Become a Patent Examiner

Virtual Session NY, United States

hosted by the US patent and trademark office (USPTO) Do you want a job that is challenging? The opportunity to work from home nationwide with a flexible schedule? A culture of inclusivity and camaraderie, as part of a community that leads America toward breakthroughs in innovation? Are you a U.S. citizen graduating this year with…

The job search process: What companies look for when evaluating talent

Webinar

This webinar from Bio Careers will provide insight on the job search process and discuss what companies look for when evaluating talent.  There will be tips on how candidates can stand out from the crowd. Bio of the Speaker: Lauren Celano is the Founder and CEO of Propel Careers, a life science search and career…

Thinking of going into investment banking?

Webinar

Morgan Stanley is hosting a webinar series for their Asia Internship positions. If you are graduating between October 2024 and July 2025 and looking for internships in 2024 in the financial services industry, read on for more information. Opportunities are open in business areas across the Institutional Securities Group, Company, and Technology Divisions. Learn more…

ASM Networking Session

240 Carpenter Hall 313 Campus Rd, Ithaca, United States

Meet a member of ASM's Talent Acquisition Programs team and also their Corporate Vice President and Cornell Alum.  ASM is focused on attracting Engineering talent across multiple graduate fields: MAE, ECE, MSE, AEP, CBE as well as Chemistry and Physics. Specifically, you will meet: Paul Ma PhD'04 (ChemE), Senior Vice President, who oversees all engineering…

Industry site visit to Corning

Corning Sullivan Park 184 Science Center Drive, Painted Post, NY

Thanks to a Cornell Engineering and Careers Beyond Academia collaboration with Corning, 15 lucky individuals will be able to tour the Corning Sullivan Park Science & Technology Center Address: Sullivan Park, 184 Science Center Dr., Painted Post, NY 14870 Dress: Business Casual Eligibility: PhD students and postdocs with backgrounds relevant to Corning. Specifically any engineering,…

Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

Zoom

Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…

Innovation & Entrepreneurship Workshop: Developing Entrepreneurial Mindset

Webinar

Learn how to think like a successful startup founder in this introductory workshop. You’ll find out from the experts what it takes to launch a startup that solves real-world problems and addresses customers’ needs. Ken Rother, director of Rev: Ithaca Startup Works and eLab, will lead the workshop and moderate a panel with Stephanie Wisner, co-founder of Centivax, and…

Careers Beyond Academia Small Group Discussion

Zoom

Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…

Online info session: Cornell Technology Licensing Practicum

The Center for Technology Licensing at Cornell University (CTL) has historically benefited greatly from working with Cornell’s bright, passionate, and creative students whose many contributions have helped CTL translate Cornell’s innovations into products and services for the benefit of society. We are also proud to know those who have worked with us in the past…

Live Immune Podcast Recording with Ellen Rothenberg

Lecture Hall 4 Veterinary Education Center 606 Tower Rd, Ithaca, NY, United States

Interested in Science Communication? Curious how podcasting works?  The Immune podcast will host a conversation with Cornell's A.D. White Professor-at-Large Ellen Rothenberg Tuesday, September 12, 2-3 p.m. Learn about Dr. Rothenberg's career, research, mentoring and more.  Meet and Greet with the Immune team including Earth's Virology Professor and creator of TWiV and Microbe.tv, Vincent Racaniello,…

Online University-wide Career Fair Days

Virtual Session NY, United States

Virtual University-wide Career Fair Days Day 1 - STEM Handshake Registration Day 2 - All Industries Handshake Registration All graduate students are automatically added to Handshake; interested postdocs should contact Christine Holmes ch18@cornell.edu to be added. September 13 and 14, 2023 (12:00 pm - 5:00 pm) For more information, contact: careerfairs@cornell.edu

Vaccination Conversations with Scientists General Body Meeting

100 Caldwell Hall 121 Reservoir Avenue, Ithaca, NY, United States

in-person in Caldwell 100 or via Zoom Join us to learn about how to volunteer with VaCS to advocate for vaccines through one-on-one conversations with local Tompkins County residents, in collaboration with the county health department! VaCS outreach is a great way to develop science communication skills while helping to protect the health of our…

Online University-wide Career Fair Days

Virtual Session NY, United States

Virtual University-wide Career Fair Days Day 1 - STEM Handshake Registration Day 2 - All Industries Handshake Registration All graduate students are automatically added to Handshake; interested postdocs should contact Christine Holmes ch18@cornell.edu to be added. September 13 and 14, 2023 (12:00 pm - 5:00 pm) For more information, contact: careerfairs@cornell.edu

Graduate Internship Panel and Reception

116 Upson Hall 124 Hoy Rd., Ithaca, NY

This SGRS pop up event will raise awareness of the benefits of internships by highlighting how students are able to apply their research skills beyond Cornell in national labs, industry and startup settings. Many successful careers beyond academia begin with an internship or practicum experience, as the Doctoral Career Outcomes surveys reveal. Who should attend…

Innovation & Entrepreneurship Workshop: Launching Your Startup

Webinar

Ready to launch a startup around your innovative idea? Designed to equip aspiring entrepreneurs with the knowledge they need to get a business up and running, this workshop will cover: Corporate legal fundamentals Company formation Assignment of invention Vesting agreements and equity allocation Building and managing boards of directors or advisors What it means to…

P&G Info session

If you are interested in a career of applied research beyond academia and are within 24 months of completing your doctoral program or post-doc appointment at Cornell, please take look at the info below and attend the session on Wed. 9/20 @5-6:30pm online. P&G is hiring qualified doctoral and postdoctoral scientists for a variety of…

Interested in quantitative finance, but don’t know how to enter the sector?

Join a recruiting coordinator at SIG, a quant finance company for an information session and puzzle night for Cornell PhD students and postdocs on Friday, September 22. Especial invitations extended to Math, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Statistics, Economics, and ORIE departments, but anyone in any field who is interested is welcome to learn more.…

Interested in quantitative finance, but don’t know how to enter the sector?

Join a recruiting coordinator at SIG, a quant finance company for an information session and puzzle night for Cornell PhD students and postdocs on Friday, September 22. Especial invitations extended to Math, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Statistics, Economics, and ORIE departments, but anyone in any field who is interested is welcome to learn more.…

Merck Preclinical Development visit to Cornell

Biotechnology Building, G01 Ithaca, NY, United States

Join scientists from Preclinical Development at Merck for a session where you will learn how a variety of disciplines are involved in bringing pharmaceuticals from discovery, through development, and to the clinic. You’ll hear from Merck scientists about their career paths and how you might leverage your training for exciting positions in pharmaceutical development. The…

Innovation & Entrepreneurship Workshop: Protecting Your IP

Webinar

Learn how to protect your intellectual property in this virtual session. Register to attend. This workshop is part of a virtual series presented in partnership with the Center for Regional Economic Advancement, a division of the Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation. The series welcomes faculty, post-docs, graduate, and undergraduate students to explore…

Science Journal Editors Give Advice!

Webinar

Are you getting ready to publish your research? Wondering how to maximize your chances of getting your paper accepted? Learn from the experts on publishing your work in journals. What are some common author mistakes? Where do you send a paper next if one is rejected? Join us to find out and bring your questions…

Share research and ideas with Syngenta

102 Mann Library 237 Mann Drive, Ithaca, NY, United States

Calling a select group of doctoral students and postdocs doing research related to the mission of Syngenta loosely in several focus areas. This opportunity is designed to source ideas from many different disciplines, from plant, soil, and animal sciences, to nutrition, chemistry, microbiology, or engineering fields. Especial interest has been expressed by the Syngenta team…

A Career in Genomics Sciences

Stocking Hall 146 (the PepsiCo Auditorium)

Cornell PhD (microbiology) alumna Dr. Karen Nelson is the Chief Scientific Officer of Thermo Fisher Scientific and previously served as President of the J. Craig Venter Institute. She is the 2023 Dale Bauman lecture invited speaker. “A Career in the Genomics Sciences” speaker: Karen Nelson, Ph.D. Chief Scientific Officer Thermo Fisher Scientific Frederick, MD October…

STEM PhD Virtual Networking Session

Webinar

If you are a Ph.D. candidate looking for a great way to connect with employers, you are invited to participate in the STEM Ph.D. Virtual Networking Fair, hosted by Cornell Engineering Career Center and Careers Beyond Academia. Register in Handshake.

P&G Information Session

Online

If you are interested in a career of applied research beyond academia and are within 24 months of completing your doctoral program or post-doc appointment at Cornell, please keep reading. P&G is hiring qualified doctoral and postdoctoral scientists for a variety of challenging Research & Development positions (including Ph.D. internships) in Cincinnati, Ohio. R&D professionals…

Food Hackathon

Stocking Hall

There are only limited spots still available to participate in this October’s Food Hackathon. Join the more than 90 Cornell students already registered who will be tackling a variety of food innovation challenges and competing for cash prizes generously provided by our event sponsors. No team? No problem. Kinda nervous? No worries, most students are.…

Public Communication of Science panel

Warren Hall 101

To kick off the weekend workshop COMM5660, there is a panel of professionals who communicate science with various publics, in many forms. Join a panel of speakers to be inspired about how as a graduate student or postdoc you could take advantage of opportunities to engage in communication of your research, science in general, and…

Event Series What Can You Be with a PhD?

What Can You Be with a PhD?

Virtual Session NY, United States

What Can You Be With a PhD? is the longest-running and largest biomedical career symposium in the US, and this year’s event will take place exclusively online on October 21st and 22nd. Historically, every major academic research institution in the New York City metro area has been a co-sponsor, with considerable support from local and…

Event Series What Can You Be with a PhD?

What Can You Be with a PhD?

Virtual Session NY, United States

What Can You Be With a PhD? is the longest-running and largest biomedical career symposium in the US, and this year’s event will take place exclusively online on October 21st and 22nd. Historically, every major academic research institution in the New York City metro area has been a co-sponsor, with considerable support from local and…

Rafael Luna, Novartis Institutes of BioMedical Research

Science, entrepreneurship, higher education administration, strategy and mentoring all in one career? Dr. Luna will briefly introduce the Novartis Institute of BioMedical Research (NIBR) and its role in contributing towards biomedical education, research, and innovation. He will further discuss his career journey and give insights on how to most effectively share your research narrative. We…

Integrating Degree Completion and Market Preparation

Zoom NY, United States

You do not have to put off market preparation to finish your degree.  Strategically chosen professional development activities will improve the quality of your dissertation and help you complete your work on time.  With proper synergy, you can start preparing for the market early – even in the first years of your degree. Christopher L. Pallas earned his…

Corteva-Cornell Networking Program Info Session

Webinar

Do you have an interest in industry or growing your network? The Corteva-Cornell Networking Program (CCNP) is a virtual networking program between Corteva Agriscience employees and graduate students to provide you with the opportunity to learn more about industry careers. Join the informational session on Monday, October 30th from 4pm to 5pm virtually to hear…

Microbiome Data Analysis Workshop

Corson-Mudd Hall A409 215 Tower Rd, Ithaca, NY, United States

The workshop will cover microbiome metadata management, F.A.I.R (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) data standards, and workflow standardization tools offered by the National Microbiome Data Collaborative (NMDC). Please bring a laptop if you would like to participate.  Register to attend Led by Daniel Sprockette, PhD. Learn more at: https://nmdc-edge.org

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital Virtual Research Career, Education and Training Fair

Webinar

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital will be hosting a virtual Research Career, Education and Training Fair on Wednesday, November 8, from 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM CDT on the CareerEco platform. Registration is FREE through THIS LINK. This event is geared towards students, trainees and professionals in biomedical research, clinical research and research information technology…

Innovation & Entrepreneurship Workshop: Attracting Investment

Webinar

Learn how to attract investors in this virtual session. Register to attend. This workshop is part of a virtual series presented in partnership with the Center for Regional Economic Advancement, a division of the Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation. The series welcomes faculty, post-docs, graduate, and undergraduate students to explore the potential…

Careers Beyond Academia: Small group discussion

Zoom

Does your career plan need a tune-up? Join us online to find out how we can help you get the most out of Careers Beyond Academia. If you are interested in exploring your options and want to meet colleagues who are considering careers outside of a traditional tenure-track role, sign up for a small group session. Bring your questions, share…

Innovation & Entrepreneurship Workshop: Choosing an Accelerator

Webinar

Learn what to consider when choosing an accelerator or incubator in this virtual session. Register to attend. This workshop is part of a virtual series presented in partnership with the Center for Regional Economic Advancement, a division of the Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation. The series welcomes faculty, post-docs, graduate, and undergraduate…

Exponent Technical Consulting Seminar and Q&A Session

331 Upson Hall

Exponent Engineering and Scientific Consulting invites all levels of Ph.D. students to attend this session featuring Daniel Palmer, Ph.D., '22, and Zach Lamport, Ph.D.    

MedTech Innovations: Leveraging Cornell Alumni Expertise

Phillips 203

POSTPONED UNTIL SPRING SEMESTER TBD @11:30am-2pm. Lunch will be provided. Registration info will be forthcoming. Careers Beyond Academia and the Center for Technology Licensing bring together alumni in the medical device space to provide a holistic view of that industry. The objective is to explore how established corporations and startup companies push forward medical device…