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Welcome to the Physical & Life Sciences interest community!

Members of this community are interested in careers related to the study of non-living systems such as the earth, atmosphere and space or living organisms such as people, animals, and plants.

People who pursue careers in Physical or Life Sciences often work in research roles, which can vary widely in terms of topic, goals, and work setting.

Job Search Fatigue

This time of year and with uncertainty, job searching can be disheartening and exhausting. It’s important to take a break and reassess. Here are some tips to supporting you in your job search fatigue:

Reflect on your application methods:

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Gabby Ramon (She/Her) Career Coach
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Salary Expectation and Negotiation Tips 💸

Talking money can feel uncomfortable and awkward especially when you feel unprepared. Here are some tips to help you put a value to your worth!

For final tips and scripts on accepting the job offer, check out Indeed’s “How …

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Gabby Ramon (She/Her) Career Coach
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Welcome to the 2025 Out for Undergrad Conference Application!

This application is for any of the conferences O4U offers, including Business, Digital, Engineering, and Life Sciences.

O4U is dedicated to providing positive, life-changing experiences to a vibrant, ever-evolving, all-inclusive community of self-identified students.

We are thrilled to offer the …

By Sarah Boland (She/Her)
Sarah Boland (She/Her) Career Coach
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Alumni Highlight: Jillian Schleicher, Senior Analytics Manager

Our Alumni Highlights Blog celebrates the remarkable journeys of our graduates, showcasing the diverse and inspiring paths they’ve carved across industries and around the globe. Check out Jill Schleicher’s journey and recommendations for current UW students and alumni.

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NIH Recruitment for Postbac Program Has Resumed!

An opportunity for recent college graduates to spend one or two years performing full-time research in the Intramural Research Program at the NIH!

Postbac cohort programs

Our goal is to support diverse students to enter careers in research and healthcare. …

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Gabby Ramon (She/Her) Career Coach
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Student Stories & Advice

Luis Chan

Student Stories & Advice
  • M.S. Computational Biology and Bioinformatics Yale University
Meet Luis

Ewan Lister

Student Stories & Advice
  • Masters of Applied Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering The University of Waterloo
Meet Ewan

Henry Su

Student Stories & Advice
  • Ph.D in Physics University of Massachusetts Amherst
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Kaitlin Beel

Student Stories & Advice
  • MPaT (Molecular Pharmacology and Therapeutics) University of Minnesota
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Flora Walchenbach

Student Stories & Advice
  • Atmospheric Science University of Wisconsin - Madison
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Elizabeth Gilson

Student Stories & Advice
  • Master of Molecular Science and Software Engineering University of California, Berkeley
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Jenny Jiang

Student Stories & Advice
  • Ph. D in Biomedical Science University of Iowa
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Molly Stephenson

Student Stories & Advice
  • Research Scientist Assistant University of Washington Department of Microbiology
Meet Molly

Matthew Prado

Student Stories & Advice
  • Wind Tunnel Model Stress Engineer Boeing
Meet Matthew

Grace Grotz

Student Stories & Advice
  • Surgical Veterinary Assistant Ballard Animal Hospital
Meet Grace

Mahika Rao

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  • Biology Technician National Park Service
Meet Mahika

Navera Ahmed

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  • Project Manager I King County Solid Waste Division
Meet Navera

Featured Resources

Life Science Washington

Life Science Washington hosts events and a career center. They also create connections and promote policies that strengthen the environment …

Scholarships & Fellowships Supporting Physical & Life Science Career Goals

Considering your career interests and potential trajectories within the physical and life sciences? There are scholarship opportunities that provide both …

Candid Career

Explore careers with access to over 6,000 videos on Candid Career.

Search for careers by major or occupation and hear …

Career & Industry Guides

Vault Guide to Health Care Provider Jobs, Third Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Guide to Alternative Health Care Jobs, Second Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Career Guide to Health Care Management, Fifth Edition
Vault Career Guide to Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology, Fourth Edition
Vault Guide to Health Care Management Jobs, Third Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …

Vault Guide to Nursing Jobs, Second Edition

The Vault Guides to Jobs series provides essential information about key careers and industries, with an emphasis on preparing for …