Career Opportunities at the Intersection of Science and Policy

Thursday, October 27, 2011: 10:15 AM-11:45 AM
Room A7 (San Jose Convention Center)
Chair:
Shar Steed, Communications Associate, Center of Science, Policy and Society Programs Division, American Association for the Advancement of Science

Description: This session will explore fellowship opportunities at the intersection of science and policy. It will highlight the skills needed to be successful in the realm of science policy and introduce several ways scientists can learn about additional opportunities. Panelists will share their experiences and insight in the science policy area.



10:15 AM
Career Opportunities at the intersection of Science and Policy
Marcelo Vinces, PhD , AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellow , National Science Foundation
10:40 AM
Career Opportunities at the Intersection of Science and Policy
Reynaldo Decerega , Director of Programs , Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute
11:05 AM
Career Opportunities at the intersection of Science and Policy
Robert Barnhill, PhD , Vice President for Science Policy & Strategic Initiatives , SACNAS