Toxicology provides many career opportunities for those seeking a profession that is innovative, science-based, and helps protect the health of humans, animals, and the environment.
Resource
Guide to Careers in Toxicology— Learn more about toxicology
careers.
Academic Programs in Toxicology
How
About a Career in Toxicology?— A brochure for students
Undergraduate Student Opportunities
in Toxicology— An information card for students
Be Part of the Solution with a Career in Toxicology—Career poster
Introduction
to Toxicology Slide Set (large file size—please allow a few
minutes for download) ——These PowerPoint slides can be used
for toxicology career presentations. Thanks to Craig Marcus for many
of the slides, and Larry Curtis and the 2006-07 Education Committee
for the development of the final set.
SOT
Undergraduate Affiliates —— Undergraduate students,
register now to receive communications from SOT.
Undergraduate Education Program —The special
program at the SOT Annual Meeting is hosted by the Committee for Diversity
Initiatives. Undergraduate students registering for the SOT Annual
Meeting can register on the meeting registration form for the Sunday
activities. This day includes introductory toxicology lectures,
special sessions to learn more about applying for graduate school and
being successful in graduate school, and the opportunity to meet one-on-one
with directors of academic toxicology programs. Space is limited,
so sign up before all the spaces are taken.
Annual Meeting Support and Recognition for Undergraduate Students
Minority Students —— Selected students
from groups underrepresented in the sciences (African American, Hispanic,
and Native American) receive travel funding and lodging to attend
the 3-day Undergraduate Education Program. Advisors of undergraduate
students may also apply. Contact sotadmin@toxicology.org for information not provided in the following links.
Student Description and Application
Undergraduate Programs Flyer
Advisor Description and Application
Eye
on CDI —— Read about the career paths of past program
participants.
Other resources for students underrepresented in the sciences
JustGarciaHill
Venture Scholar Program
Students at Institutions Receiving Low Science Funding
—— Students attending institutions receiving less than
$15 million federal support for science and engineering may also be
selected to attend the 3-day Undergraduate Education Program.
Undergraduate Toxicology Education Award Application
Undergraduate Programs Flyer
Institutions Receiving over $15M Federal Funding (students at these institutions are not eligible)
Pfizer Undergraduate Travel Award ——
Undergraduate students who have submitted abstracts for presentation
at the meeting can apply for this award. Awardees receive travel
support, registration for the Undergraduate Program, and special recognition
from Pfizer.
Pfizer Undergraduate Student Travel Award Application
Pfizer Advisor Nomination Form
Annual Meeting Registration Fee Waivers ——
Undergraduate students may request a meeting registration fee waiver
by e-mailing bettye@toxicology.org
the following information: name, address, institution attended, year
in school, and academic advisor’s name and e-mail address.
Requests must be received by February 1.
Student Research Experiences
A great way to learn about toxicology is to participate in toxicology research! SOT provides links to Student Research Experiences.
Invite Speakers to your Campus
ToxScholar Program
Guest Lecture Program
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