Washington University in St. Louis is seeking to provide research training to individuals with 6 or more months of full-time research experience who are interested in gaining extra research training in a new area and intend to apply to a PhD or MD/PhD program. This program aims to accelerate readiness for research, academics, and self-presentation through a curriculum that includes laboratory training and educational opportunities.
Requirements
- conducting experiments
- assays
- collection of data
- preparation of solutions
- tissue culture
- animal care and maintenance
- setup and maintenance of equipment
Responsibilities
- Works under the supervision of senior personnel on research project/s providing independent complex research support.
- Presents results of research activities to peers and supervisors in written and/or verbal presentation or form.
- Through active research and analysis, gains proficiency in essential aspects of research, which may include some or all of the following: conducting experiments, assays, collection of data, preparation of solutions, tissue culture, animal care and maintenance, and setup and maintenance of equipment.
- Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory and specimen conditions.
- Performs data entry and maintains data files on research.
Other
- This is a time-limited program of up to one year.
- Participants will be expected to spend most of their time (~80%) in the laboratory of a selected mentor.
- Attends meetings, educational workshops and seminars to prepare for advanced study.
- Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
- Physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.
