Course Description
Exploration of the diverse career opportunities within the field of neuroscience. Through a combination of guest lectures, interactive discussions, and hands-on activities, students will gain insights into various professional paths, including research, clinical practice, industry roles, and academic positions.
Athena Title
Neuroscience Careers Expl
Semester Course Offered
Offered fall and spring
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Student Learning Outcomes
- Students will be able to identify and describe various career paths within the field of neuroscience, including research, clinical practice, industry roles, and academic positions.
- Students will be able to evaluate the professional opportunities and requirements for different neuroscience careers, including necessary education, skills, and experiences.
- Students will be able to engage with neuroscience professionals through guest lectures and discussions, gaining insights into real-world applications and career trajectories.
- Students will develop networking skills by interacting with guest speakers and peers, understanding the importance of professional connections in career development.
- Students will be able to reflect on their personal interests and strengths, and how these align with various career options in neuroscience.
- Students will be able to create a preliminary career plan outlining the steps needed to pursue a chosen career path in neuroscience, including further education, internships, and other relevant experiences.
- Students will understand the ethical considerations and responsibilities associated with different careers in neuroscience.
- Students will explore emerging trends and advancements in neuroscience and how these may impact future career opportunities.
Topical Outline
- Introduction to Neuroscience Careers: Overview of the various career paths within neuroscience, including research, clinical practice, industry roles, and academic positions
- Research Careers in Neuroscience: Exploring careers in academic and private research, including the roles of principal investigators, research scientists, and lab technicians
- Clinical Neuroscience Careers: Understanding careers in clinical practice, such as neurologists, neuropsychologists, and clinical neurophysiologists
- Industry Roles in Neuroscience: Examining careers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, including roles in drug development, clinical trials, and regulatory affairs
- Academic Careers in Neuroscience: Discussing careers in teaching and academic research, including the path to becoming a professor or lecturer
- Neuroscience and Technology: Exploring careers at the intersection of neuroscience and technology, such as neuroengineering and neuroinformatics
- Ethical Considerations in Neuroscience Careers: Understanding the ethical issues and responsibilities associated with various careers in neuroscience
- Networking and Professional Development: Developing skills for networking, professional development, and career planning in the field of neuroscience
- Guest Lectures from Neuroscience Professionals: Engaging with guest speakers from different neuroscience careers to gain insights into their professional journeys and day-to-day responsibilities
- Emerging Trends in Neuroscience: Exploring the latest advancements and emerging trends in neuroscience and how they may impact future career opportunities
- Career Planning and Goal Setting: Creating a personalized career plan and setting goals for pursuing a career in neuroscience
