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Bill Mahoney
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Husband/dad/scientist&supporter-grad&postdoc prof/career dev; Assoc Dean (@uwmnewsroom), Director @UW_M3D, alum @trinitycollege @UMBaltimore @nationalpostdoc
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We have a new postdoc position available in the Promislow lab at the HNRCA at #Tufts in #Boston, to work on the #systemsbiology of #aging in #Drosophila. Come join us! For info on the position and to apply, see promislowlab.org/wp-content/u...
promislowlab.org
November 25, 2025 at 2:12 AM
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Open faculty position (Assistant or Associate) in UW Medical Genetics. As you might expect, faculty often end up also interacting with Genome Sciences, so we're hoping for some great prospects! Note the clinical requirements for the position. apply.interfolio.com/176466
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November 24, 2025 at 7:23 PM
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The UW Center for an Informed Public is looking for postdocs (for 2026-2028) from across diverse disciplines whose research sheds light on the challenges of our modern information environment, promotes civic health, and/or helps people/communities navigate online spaces: apply.interfolio.com/177901
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November 24, 2025 at 6:26 PM
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The final video in the series on starting a business is available. In this video, we'll answer some key questions about the realities of having a business: What are the pluses and minuses of having your own business? Would you do it again?

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What Does it TAKE to Start a BUSINESS 5?
YouTube video by EduKatedSTEM
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November 21, 2025 at 7:06 PM
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Calling all rising juniors & seniors: Interested in biological or biomedical research? Applications for our ’26 Summer Undergraduate Research Experience Program are now open! Nine weeks, hands-on research, & mentorship from some of the nation’s top scientists — learn more: bit.ly/CechFellows
Summer Undergraduate Research Experience | HHMI
The Cech Fellows Program is a paid, nine-week summer research experience empowering the next generation of scientific leaders.
bit.ly
November 18, 2025 at 2:44 PM
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The UW School of Medicine congratulates Dr. Michael Bailey and the Rolling Stones, our 2025 Inventor of the Year ⭐️ We’re proud to celebrate this groundbreaking innovation and the impact it will have on patients and providers everywhere.
November 14, 2025 at 9:54 PM
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In honor of the late Dr. Eddie Méndez, @fredhutch.org is seeking applications for the 8th Annual Dr. Eddie Méndez Scholar Award which recognizes outstanding and diverse postdocs who are conducting cancer, infectious disease or basic science research. https://apply.interfolio.com/176955
November 14, 2025 at 3:54 PM
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Some charts for those who don't know the extent of the US public (and private) investment in research (particularly in biomedical research) compared to other countries and institutions. The destruction of the US' scientific institutions has global implications.
November 2, 2025 at 10:52 AM
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We are looking for bloggers for Voices of Academia for 2026. If you'd like to make a difference by sharing your mental ill-health experience whilst being in academia, please find out more and submit a pitch here: voicesofacademia.com/contact-2/
October 31, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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Next Wednesday (5 November), we’re hosting “An introduction to project management for scientists.” In this 2-hour online session, you’ll learn how to differentiate projects from operations, and discuss the 7 qualities of a successful project leader.
October 29, 2025 at 2:04 PM
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The training is almost sold out - there’s just 4 spots left! Sign up today, or share with a colleague you think would appreciate from a more strategic and efficient approach to managing complex projects!
October 27, 2025 at 4:06 PM
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Each Friday, I write a briefing on what is happening to American science & higher ed. 🧪

This was Week 40:
- UVA signed a dangerous deal
- AWS outage pain
- Incoming grad cohorts ⬇️
- Shutdown, alt-MMWR, & imminent loss of food aid for 42 million

& much more

buttondown.com/liminalcreat...
Week 40
Oct 18-24, 2025 - care and feeding
buttondown.com
October 25, 2025 at 1:45 PM
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The UW School of Medicine welcomed our incoming biomedical PhD students with a reception hosted by the Office of Research & Graduate Education and PhD Ambassadors at Flatstick Pub SLU. Great conversations, connections, and community!
October 22, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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Who wants to spend a weekend at Friday Harbor Labs (October 26-28)?!

NSWA’s @adrienneunderwood.bsky.social has organized a sweet retreat!

Get more details and sign up to get one of the remaining spots here.
Northwest Science Writers Association - Friday Harbor Labs Retreat
nswa.wildapricot.org
October 10, 2025 at 8:40 PM
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74 students and 48 mentors have signed up so far! We can accommodate more of both groups.

Student sign-up link is in the first comment.
October 7, 2025 at 2:50 PM
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As SACNAS and ABRCMS are coming up I thought it would be a great time to share EduKatedSTEM's video on how to successfully network at conferences. I hope to see you there!

youtu.be/ZroBe-yfgKg
How To Network Successfully At Conferences
YouTube video by EduKatedSTEM
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October 6, 2025 at 4:32 PM
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Any academic folks on H1B visas (even with stamps in passports) please get legal advice from your University attorneys before leaving the US.
September 20, 2025 at 4:09 AM
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Each Friday, I summarize what is happening to American science & higher ed. 🧪

This was Week 33:
- launch of West Coast Health Alliance (WA, OR, CA, HI)
- RFK must resign
- Harvard wins case!
- new threat of mandatory detention for millions of immigrants

& much more buttondown.com/liminalcreat...
Week 32
Aug 23-29, 2025 - on persistence vs consistence
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September 6, 2025 at 7:14 PM
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This summer, 8 @gonzagauniversity.bsky.social undergrads joined @uwmedicine.bsky.social @uwsom-wwami.bsky.social labs through the UW–Gonzaga Summer Research Program, gaining hands-on biomedical research experience.

We are so very proud of their work + UW–GU partnership!

#WWAMI #BiomedicalResearch
August 22, 2025 at 8:04 PM
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🚨 NPA and others are working with NAFSA to understand needs of J-1 scholars. The federal government is considering policy changes this fall that could affect J-1 status in the United States. Help them advocate for you by completing this survey by Sept 12.
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Smartsheet Forms
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August 22, 2025 at 5:46 PM
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Download our updated database for POSTDOC fellowships in neuroscience/neurology/psychology/psychiatry/neuro-X

23 entries (w/ description, amount, link, deadline, eligibility criteria).

Good luck!

Here: research.jhu.edu/rdt/funding-...
August 12, 2025 at 12:52 PM
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My team has updated our free database of POSTDOC fellowships.

This database contains 286 entries. For each entry, we provide a link, short description, deadline, amount, and eligibility criteria.

Download this updated and expanded database here: research.jhu.edu/rdt/funding-...
August 10, 2025 at 7:50 PM
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These are the most challenging times for early-career scientists and engineers.

My team is doing its bit to help by maintaining and even expanding our database of funding opportunities for early-career researchers.

We found 437 of them.

Download it freely here: research.jhu.edu/rdt/funding-...
August 11, 2025 at 11:54 AM
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Are you planning to apply for faculty positions in North America this Fall? Our team of researchers have synthesized 3 years of applicant survey data to create a dashboard to allow assistant professor candidates to see where they stand.
faculty-job-market-collab.org/dashboard/
Explore Our Data | Faculty Job Market Collaboration
A record of our team's research and funding.
faculty-job-market-collab.org
July 29, 2025 at 2:51 PM
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Genome Sciences is looking for a Director of Departmental Computing. This is a rare opportunity for someone interested in leading our excellent IT team, building and maintaining computational infrastructure, and working closely with our faculty and labs uwhires.admin.washington.edu/ENG/candidat...
UW Human Resources
University of Washington Human Resources
uwhires.admin.washington.edu
July 11, 2025 at 9:54 PM