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Career Development

The Office of Career Development is here to serve all current GSBS students and alumni! We take an educated, individualized approach to serving our stakeholders and strategically developing and implementing new programs and resources that support the training of our students and prepare them for the next steps in their career.

For general inquiries please contact [email protected]

Welcome to the Office of Career Development!

 The Office of Career Development at the GSBS is devoted to student success with dedicated staff members to guide you to the best career path based on your individual interests and goals. Services include:

  • Individual career advising
  • Make an appointment using Calendly
  • Career planning using the individual development plan (IDP)
  • Internship navigation and integration into student’s educational experience
  • Career exploration seminars/programming for GSBS students
  • Assistance with job readiness tools: CV/resume, LinkedIn profiles
  • Promotion of job, postdoc, internship, and fellowship opportunities
  • External fellowship and biosketch advising

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Meet Our Team

Raquel Salinas, PhD, Assistant Dean, Career & Alumni Engagement

Dr. Salinas specializes in individual development plans, career exploration, job searching, interview preparation, and applying for NIH fellowship applications. She also assists MS students with graduate applications. 

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Laura Rademacher, MEd, Manager, Career & Alumni Engagement

Laura specializes in career development, individual development plans, and internships. She offers a variety of services including career-related document reviews, mock interviews, internship advising, and general career advising. Laura is the primary contact for internship advising/onboarding and CV/resume reviews.

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Sarah Herzog, PhD, Program Manager, Training Grants & Fellowships

Dr. Herzog specializes in fellowship development for students and training grant support for faculty and staff. Her role includes resource development for fellowships and training grants, and document review for external fellowships. She is the primary contact for NIH fellowship application document reviews and biosketch reviews. For more information on our external fellowship and training grant services, visit our external funding opportunities page.  

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To see more stories featuring Career Development as well as additional stories from the graduate school, see our News Archive. 

GSBS News

Kristin Eckel-Mahan, PhD, delivers her speech at the 2026 Commencement ceremony. (Photo by UTHealth Houston)

Graduate school faculty Kristin Eckel-Mahan, PhD, recognized by students for teaching that inspires curiosity

For Kristin Eckel-Mahan, PhD, a faculty member at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, teaching is about more than sharing knowledge. She is known for creating an environment where students feel challenged, supported, and empowered to grow.
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June 1, 2026 • No Comments
Eckel-Mahan delivering her speech standing on a podium at the 2026 Commencement ceremony.

Kristin Eckel-Mahan, PhD, recognized by students for teaching that inspires curiosity

Selected by Graduate School students, Kristin Eckel-Mahan, PhD, received the 2026 John P. McGovern Award for Outstanding Teaching, recognizing her ability to create a learning environment that encourages curiosity, critical thinking, collaboration, and scientific growth.
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June 1, 2026 • No Comments
Kaylene Lu advances glioblastoma research while growing as a scientific leader

Kaylene Lu advances glioblastoma research while growing as a scientific leader

Fifth-year PhD student Kaylene Lu is advancing research in glioblastoma — one of the most aggressive forms of brain cancer — while building leadership experience through fellowships, research awards, and roles in student organizations.
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May 20, 2026 • No Comments
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Rolando Vedia earns PhD, helps grow the Therapeutics and Pharmacology Program along the way

After first discovering UT MD Anderson UTHealth Houston Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences as a summer student, Rolando Vedia returns to the stage years later to earn his PhD. His journey through the Therapeutics and Pharmacology program reflects resilience, leadership, and a passion for advancing cancer research.
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May 13, 2026 • No Comments
From training to patient advocacy: Jessica Scarlett to serve as first genetic counselor at children’s hospital

From training to patient advocacy: Jessica Scarlett to serve as first genetic counselor at children’s hospital

After training in the Genetic Counseling program and conducting research on prenatal care for spina bifida, Jessica Scarlett is ready to expand access to genetic counseling services in Texas. Learn more about this soon-to-be graduate who discovered genetic counseling through a college career center visit, and is now preparing to become the first genetic counselor at Driscoll Children’s Hospital.
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May 12, 2026 • No Comments
Making an impact behind the scenes: Erica Leday receives 2026 Melva S. Ramsay Award

Making an impact behind the scenes: Erica Leday receives 2026 Melva S. Ramsay Award

Known as a “silent hero” by her colleagues, Erica Leday, senior administrative coordinator at the Graduate School, has received the 2026 Melva S. Ramsay Award for her outstanding service, responsiveness, and commitment to keeping operations running smoothly. Read more about her work and recognition.
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