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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.

Elementary Level Teaching Opportunities for STEM Undergrads

Working with the science teaching team in Bryant Elementary School, volunteers are needed to do a virtual 20-min presentation about a higher-level topic that connects to their curriculum.

They will start their first presentation on 3-17 / 3-18.

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Creating Outstanding Opportunities for Postdoctoral Trainees at Duke

The Center for Advanced Genomic Technologies (CAGT) is a collaborative network of researchers working to develop the missing technologies and analytical approaches needed to both understand the tangled genetic webs underpinning human disease and discover new drug targets and gene …

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Careers in Quantum Technologies Fair 3/3

QURECA (Quantum Resources and Careers) is a start-up quantum technologies company specializing in quantum training and recruitment to develop the quantum workforce.  At their upcoming Careers Event on the 3rd of March, students will have the opportunity to hear from …

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Neurodiversity Navigators opportunity at Bellevue College

The mission of Neurodiversity Navigators is to support all neurodivergent students at Bellevue College through a social justice model. They provide educational opportunities to increase self-knowledge that leads to successful academic outcomes in the areas of executive functioning, self-regulation, social …

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Positions at UW EARTHLAB

EarthLab is an institute at the UW that pushes boundaries to address our most pressing environmental challenges, with urgency and action on climate and its intersection with social justice. EarthLab’s mission is to push boundaries to develop innovative, just and …

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Student Stories & Advice

Kaitlin Beel

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  • 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

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