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General Science Links

American Association for the Advancement of Science - dedicated to advancing science around the world by serving as an educator, leader, spokesperson and professional association. Visit their Women's International Science to learn about AAAC programs for women.

Association for Women in Science - dedicated to achieving equity and full participation for women in science, mathematics, engineering and technology. Visit the Career Development section for jobs, internships, scholarships, fellowships, mentoring and other useful links.

Association of Science-Technology Centers - Search for science and technology museums and centers by location.

Museum of Science, Boston - A constantly updated listing of employment and volunteer opportunities.

National Academy of Sciences - Scholarly news on different science fields. Also be sure to visit the NAS Committee on Women in Science & Engineering

National Science Foundation - With an annual budget of about $5.5 billion, we are the funding source for approximately 20 percent of all federally supported basic research conducted by America's colleges and universities. In many fields such as mathematics, computer science and the social sciences, NSF is the major source of federal backing.

SciCentral.com - Links to job banks by science field. Includes biological/health, physics/chemistry, engineering, earth science, and multi-disciplinary areas. 

ScienceDaily.com - Your source for the latest research news, in areas of Health, Medicine, Psychology/Neuroscience, Botany, Zoology, Environment, Climate, Space, Matter/Energy, Computers, Fossils and more.

ScienceJobs.com - Search for jobs in Biology, Chemistry, Pharaceuticals, and more.

ScienceMag.org - Search for science jobs by field. 

ScienceNews.org - Magazine of the Society for Science & the Public

Scientific American - The oldest continuously published magazine in the U.S, has been bringing its readers unique insights about developments in science and technology for more than 150 years.

Vocational Information Center - Engineering, Science & Math Careers. Lists hundreds of career links in several fields and disciplines.


WetFeet.com - The Science Industry Profile features a discussion of science careers including academic vs. applied science and describes different work settings in which one can use a science degree. See also Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology

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Biology 

American Institute of Biological Sciences - Dedicated to advancing biological research and education for the welfare of society. Visit the AIBS Careers in Biology page for helpful advice, resources and links for those considering a career in Biology.

American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB) - A nonprofit scientific and educational organization with over 11,900 members. Most members teach and conduct research at colleges and universities. Others conduct research in various government laboratories, nonprofit research institutions and industry.

American Society for Cell Biology - Career Development, Educational Resources, Newsletter, Grants, Job Board, forum and more.

Bio.org - The world's largest biotechnology organization, providing advocacy, business development and communications services.

BioCompare Life Science News – Up-to-date News about the Life Sciences: Cancer, Cell Biology, Drug Discovery, Genomics, Immunology, Industry News, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Neuroscience, Plant Biology and more.

BiologyJobs.com - Free registration! Search thousands of Biology Jobs by specialty and location.

Biology News Net – Latest Biology Articles, News & Current Events

Topix.net - Biology News  – News on Biology continually updated from thousands of sources around the net.

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Chemistry

American Association for Clinical Chemistry (AACC)
- An international scientific/medical society of clinical laboratory professionals, physicians, research scientists and other individuals involved with clinical chemistry and related disciplines.

American Chemical Society (ACS)- Search the ChemJobs careers database.

American Chemistry Council (ACC), which represents the leading companies engaged in the business of chemistry, including significant business groups such as the Plastics Division and the Chlorine Chemistry Division.

American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB) - A nonprofit scientific and educational organization with over 11,900 members. Most members teach and conduct research at colleges and universities. Others conduct research in various government laboratories, nonprofit research institutions and industry.

JobSpectrum.org - Chemistry jobs & internships

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Geology and Archaeology 

Smith College Geology Department resources.

American Geological Institute - Information, education, public policy, environmental geoscience, publications, workfoce, events and more.

Association for Women Geoscientists - An international organization devoted to enhancing the quality and level of participation of women in geosciences and to introduce girls and young women to geoscience careers. Membership is open to anyone who supports AWG's goals.

Earth Sciences lists of international jobs by category.

The Geological Society - Research grants, geology publications, library & information services, events, education & careers, job postings, and more.

Geo Web Jobs a principle developer of interfaces and online business for over 10 years.

GIS Jobs - Started in 1992, the GJC has helped thousands of GIS/RS professionals find positions. With hundreds of positions and resumes in our databases, the GJC has resources for both employers and those seeking jobs.

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Marine Science 

Earth, Environment and Ocean Network EEON - British network connecting various fields of earth and marine sciences.

Hatfield Marine Science Center - Learn about this Oregon-based marine science facility. 

MarineBio.org - MarineBio's mission is to share the wonders of the ocean to inspire education, research and a sea ethic.

MarineCareers.net will introduce you to a wide range of marine career fields and to people working in those fields. In addition, it will give those men and women a chance to tell you what they like and dislike about their careers, what they see for the future in their fields, and much more. This site also provides you with some experts' views on what the future holds for marine science careers.

Monterey Bay Aquarium - Visit their online "E-Quarium." 

SeaWorld.org - The official web site of SeaWorld/Busch Gardens. 

Society for Marine Mammalogy - Links for those interested in marine science.

Virginia Institute of Marine Science has a three-part mission to conduct interdisciplinary research in coastal ocean and estuarine science, educate students and citizens, and provide advisory service to policy makers, industry, and the public. The VIMS School of Marine Science (SMS) is the professional graduate school in marine science for the College of William & Mary.

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Mathematics 

American Mathematical Society - Research, publications, and jobs. See especially Resources for Undergraduates in Mathematics

Association for Women in Mathematics encourages women and girls to study and to have active careers in the mathematical sciences, and promotes equal opportunity and the equal treatment of women and girls in the mathematical sciences. Check out their Careers Resources page, which contains dozens of helpful links!

Mathematical Association of America (MAA) - Membership, publications, professional development, meetings, organization, competitions and more. Visit their Careers page for career profiles, career statistics, jobs in applied mathematics, and other information.

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Physics and Astronomy 

American Association of Physicists in Medicine - The mission of the Association is to advance the practice of physics in medicine and biology by encouraging innovative research and development, disseminating scientific and technical information, fostering the education and professional development of medical physicists, and promoting the highest quality medical services for patients.

American Astronomical Society - Research, publications, and jobs for astronomists. 

American Institute of Physics - Journals, research, publications, and jobs for physicists. 

American Physical Society - More journals, research, publications, and jobs for physicists.

NASA.gov - The official homepage of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration. See also NASA Jobs

Physics News - The latest physics, technology and nanotechnology news.

PhysicsWeb.org - "The award-winning Internet pilot to physics." A comprehensive online physics directory.

PhysicsWorld.com - Includes PhysicsJobs.com
 


Social Sciences

American Anthropological Association - On-Line Career Center. A completely interactive and searchable service for employers seeking anthropologists and anthropologists seeking jobs.

JobSearchSite - Social Sciences - Search jobs by type, post your resume and more.

RileyGuide - Social Sciences - An information-packed resource, with links to general resources, Anthropology, Archaeology, Asian Studies, Economics / International Development, Gender Studies, Linguistics & Language Skills (including EFL/ESL), Ministry & Religion, Psychology/Counseling,
Social Work & Social Services and more.



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Veterinary Sciences

American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) - A not-for-profit association representing more than 76,000 veterinarians working in private and corporate practice, government, industry, academia, and uniformed services.

AnimalJobs.com - Search jobs, industry events, upload your resume, links to job boards and more.

Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) - represents all 32 veterinary medical colleges in the United States and Canada, nine departments of veterinary science, seven departments of comparative medicine, three veterinary medical education institutions, and six international colleges of veterinary medicine in its collective dealings with governmental bodies, veterinary medical organizations, the animal and human health industry, educational and scientific organizations and the public. Also incluses careers section

Veterinary Medical School Application Service (VMCAS) - Sponsored by AAVMC, VMCAS coordinates the affairs of the 28 U.S. Veterinary Medical Colleges, 4 Canadian Colleges of Veterinary Medicine, 9 Departments of Veterinary Science, 8 Departments of Comparative Medicine, 2 animal medical centers, the University of Glasgow, the University of Edinburgh, Royal Veterinary College, and Massey University. Additionally, the association fosters the membership's teaching, research and service missions both nationally and
internationally.

VeterinaryJobs.com - Includes veterinary jobs from all over the U.S. Search veterinarian, veterinary assistant, veterinary receptionist jobs. Post your Resume. Review veterinary salaries.

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