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Physical & Life Sciences

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.

Student-Led Neurodiversity Career Panel Event

Winner of the 2021-2022 Husky Seed Fund, Huskies for Neurodiversity is hosting a panel on April 14th from 6:30-7:30PM. The panel will be hosted both in person in HUB250 and livestreamed via Zoom. Neurodivergent panelists from a variety of fields …

By Dan Poux (He/Him)
Dan Poux (He/Him) Career Coach
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Sustainability Career Panel 4/5

Interested in a career within the sustainability industry? Join the Career & Internship Center on Tuesday, April 5th from 4:00pm – 5:00 pm as we hear from distinguished University of Washington Alumni and learn more about their impact on sustainability within …

By Dan Poux (He/Him)
Dan Poux (He/Him) Career Coach
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University of Pittsburgh Physician Scientist Training Program info session

The University of Pittsburgh’s PSTP is a 5-year medical school program that adds a year of basic or translational research to the regular Pitt Med experience. Benefits include protected research time, $10,000 of tuition assistance for each year of medical …

By Dan Poux (He/Him)
Dan Poux (He/Him) Career Coach
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Which Public Health Degree Is Right for Me?

Are you considering a public health graduate degree? The UW Department of Health Systems and Population Health trains students for influential careers in public health practice and research, health administration, health promotion, and health policy. Attend their information session with …

By Dan Poux (He/Him)
Dan Poux (He/Him) Career Coach
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An Evening with Neuroscience call for artists

Grey Matters Journal is the UW’s undergraduate neuroscience journal focused on increasing accessibility to neuroscience through publications and educational events. Their event, An Evening with Neuroscience, focuses on connecting the general public with the exciting research and discoveries of the …

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Dan Poux (He/Him) Career Coach
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Student Stories & Advice

Kaitlin Beel

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

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  • Atmospheric Science University of Wisconsin - Madison
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Elizabeth Gilson

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  • Master of Molecular Science and Software Engineering University of California, Berkeley
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Jenny Jiang

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  • Ph. D in Biomedical Science University of Iowa
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Molly Stephenson

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  • Research Scientist Assistant University of Washington Department of Microbiology
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Matthew Prado

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  • Wind Tunnel Model Stress Engineer Boeing
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Grace Grotz

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  • Surgical Veterinary Assistant Ballard Animal Hospital
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Mahika Rao

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  • Biology Technician National Park Service
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Navera Ahmed

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  • Project Manager I King County Solid Waste Division
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Emily Chen

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  • Research Technician Fred Hutch Cancer Center
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Charlie D

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  • Staff Geologist Georesources, LLC
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Claire Wate

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  • Postbac Researcher ORISE Fellowship
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Featured Resources

Career & Industry Guides

Vault Guide to Health Care and Pharmaceuticals Consulting Jobs

The Vault Guides to Jobs books are a valuable career exploration tool for libraries and career centers. Written in an …

Vault Guide to Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology Jobs, Third 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, Fourth Edition

Health care management, also known as health care administration, encompasses a wide range of jobs in a variety of organizations, …

Vault Career Guide to Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology, Third Edition

Worldwide, more than 2,700 pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies comprise a trillion-dollar industry, with many of the top companies—and one of …

Vault Guide to Dental 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 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 …