Project Healthcare Application Open

The application for NYU Robert I. Grossman’s School of Medicine’s annual clinical summer intensive – Project Healthcare is open! The application

Project Healthcare is offered in both Manhattan and Brooklyn. As a member of Project Healthcare students are given the unique opportunity to play an active role in patient care in one of NYU’s active Emergency Departments. Through hands on experience, in one of New York City’s level 1 Trauma Centers, our volunteers are able to explore a diverse array of interests and are exposed to the reality of a career in medicine. The volunteers learn to function as patient advocates, and are also exposed to numerous aspects of patient care while working closely with the clinical staff. Our 9-week or 10-week intensive summer program is one of the most competitive and attractive programs in the nation offered to collegiate students.

 

More information and, more specifically, the application for Project Healthcare can be accessed through this link. The application for Project Healthcare 2022 is now open and will officially close on Friday, February 11th at 11:59pm. The application requires the submission of a personal statement, a current CV or resume and two letters of recommendation. Please note that no particular previous experiences are required. Each year, in selecting our volunteers, we look for a diverse group of students with equally diverse interests and experiences. 

Questions? Contact Anthony Orneta, Program Manager, at Anthony.Orneta@nyulangone.org. 

Infectious Disease Careers Webinar - January 6

Join the Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) National Program Office for An Overview of the ID Profession: The Diversity and Value of ID/HIV Professional Career Paths on January 6, 2022, at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

During this session, attendees will hear from panelists that represent and work collaboratively with the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) as they:

• Provide an overview (including the diversity) of the ID profession.
• Discuss professional activities for each practice setting and specialty and discuss ID professionals' critical role and value during and beyond the COVID-19 pandemic.  

The Latino Medical Student Association Annual Conference

LMSA is a national nonprofit organization working to empower current and future physicians to improve the health of Hispanic, Latina/o/x, and other historically marginalized communities in the U.S.

Through its annual National Conference, LMSA brings its community together to learn more about the critical issues facing patients, providers, and trainees who come from Hispanic and Latina/o/x backgrounds. LMSA also provides trainees with workshops focused on career advancement, as well as an exhibitor fair to connect them with representatives from medical schools and residency programs across the country.

We invite premedical students to learn more about our organization and our 2022 National Conference. Programming for trainees will take place on March 4-5, 2022 in Philadelphia, PA. It would be wonderful to have premedical students join us.

Mentoring Opportunity: PULSE Program

Hey Barnard and Columbia students! Are you a pre-med student (or still deciding) and want an opportunity to be mentored by a physician at Columbia affiliated hospital? PULSE is a national non-profit organization aimed at building mentorship relationships between students and physicians all across the country. We are not affiliated with Columbia University, but have a cohort of Columbia doctors looking to be matched with students in their community!

The PULSE Program will allow you to (virtually - depending on conditions) shadow a physician in a specialty you are interested in! After you apply, students who are accepted into the program will be matched with a physician and have at least two guided (virtual) meetings with them over the span of 2-3 months. This opportunity is fully virtual, however, one aim we have is for you and your physician to build a long lasting mentorship and potentially in the future given COVID conditions, in person opportunities may arise! 

If you are interested in gaining medical related experience (given the restrictions of COVID) and learning from a doctor in the Columbia community, please apply by January 7th to be considered for a match! We look forward to seeing your applications. Please find more information on our website or feel free to email us any specific questions!

Application: https://forms.gle/5LD3Mxskerc6nh5o9
Website: https://www.pulse-program.org/program-details
Email: pulse.programinfo@gmail.com

Job Opportunity: Clinical Research Assistant -IROC, Hospital for Special Surgery

Job Title: CLINICAL RESEARCH ASSISTANT -IROC
Location: Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY
Principal Investigators: Susan Goodman, MD and Bella Mehta, MBBS, MS
Preferred Start Date: May/Early June 2022
Starting Salary: $40,000
Minimum Commitment: 2 years (24 months)

POSITION SUMMARY:
Dr. Susan Goodman, Director of Integrated Rheumatology and Orthopedic Research Center (IROC) and her close collaborator, Dr. Bella Mehta are currently accepting applications for the Clinical Research Assistant position. This person will be an integral member of the research team responsible for a variety of tasks essential to the conduct of clinical research. There is great deal of patient contact as well as interaction with physicians of various specialties in the hospital. Duties include (but are not limited to) recruitment of patients, assessment of eligibility criteria, administration of questionnaires, coordination of study visits, drawing blood, obtaining specimen form the operating room, processing of biospecimens, obtaining regulatory approvals, and maintaining accurate databases. S/he will have proven abilities to work autonomously, bearing independent responsibility to ensure data accuracy and timely follow through of study procedures. Opportunities for mentorship, authorship, and presentation at academic conferences exist for the right candidate.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify, screen, recruit, obtain consent from patients for participation in research studies
• Administer questionnaires, interviews in person, electronically, by mail or over phone
• Coordinate patient visits; ensure protocol compliance
• Prepare, submit, maintain study related materials/approvals for Institutional Review Board (IRB)
• Schedule and set agendas for study team meetings; send notes afterwards (emphasis on action items)
• Regularly report on progress towards project milestones
• Organize and maintain all files and documents related to specific projects (electronic and physical files as applicable)
• Design/maintain databases (i.e.REDCap), data collection forms, source documents, IRB documents, etc
• Collect, process, store, ship blood/tissue/microbiome specimens (phlebotomy training provided as applicable)
• Prepare and submit abstracts, manuscripts and presentations to disseminate study results/progress (includes proofing and editing, collection of financial disclosures
• Assist in grant documents/submissions
• Update curriculum vitae for PI’s and co-investigators as applicable
• Create/maintain study specific instruction manuals and administrative training documents
• Provide training to new-hire replacement upon leaving position

PREREQUISITES:

• Bachelor’s degree, May/Early June 2022 (aim for 2 week overlap with current RA for training)
• Clinical research experience preferred
• Facility with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Endnote
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong time management, and organizational skills
• Ability to use tact, discretion, and sound judgment when dealing with confidential information

DIRECTIONS TO APPLY: Upload resume, transcripts (unofficial), and cover letter (or send directly to Kayla Glaser at glaserk@hss.edu)

SUNY Optometry Winter Open House

Registration for SUNY Optometry's Winter Open House is open at www.sunyopt.edu/openhouse. The event is scheduled for Thursday, January, 13 2022 from 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM. The event will be held in person with an opportunity to connect virtually.

Students attending in person are welcome to bring 1 guest. Any questions regarding the event should be directed to the General Admissions email at admissions@sunyopt.edu.

Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry Summer Program

The University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry is proud to bring back in person our Summer Enrichment Program (SEP) to the Dental School.    The Summer Enrichment Program (SEP) provides educational and professional development experiences for underrepresented minorities (URM) and/or disadvantaged students so that they can successfully gain admission into dental school and pursue a career in dentistry. SEP is a summer residential program that provides free housing and DAT preparation, and a stipend to cover food and travel expenses. The components of SEP include: 

• Preparation for the Dental Admission Test 
• Personalized assistance with the dental school application process 
• Admissions and financial aid workshops 
• Interview preparation 
• Hands-on Simulation Laboratory activities 
• Observations in the dental clinic and/or other primary care sites 
• Conversations with faculty about dental specialties 
• Academic success, professional development, and cultural competency seminars 
• Networking events with students, staff, faculty, alumni, and local dental professionals 
• Social outings including tours of Detroit, and trips to museums and sporting event
  

Application opens November 1 and closes February 15, 2021. To apply click here 

Job Opportunity: Research Data Associate, NYU Grossman SoM

Job Title: Research Data Associate
Background:
The NYU Grossman School of Medicine Department of Population Health works on multiple
projects related to tobacco cessation and harm reduction strategies. This position will be based
in the Division of Comparative Effectiveness and Decision Science within the Section of
Tobacco, Alcohol, and Drug Use.

Job Summary:
The Research Data Associate will work with Dr. Scott Sherman (Principal Investigator [PI]) in the Department of Population Health to help carry out multiple health services research studies, including a federally funded study at Bellevue Hospital, titled, Financial Incentive Strategies for Smoking Cessation in High-Risk Hospitalized Patients II (FIESTA II). The Research Data Associate will assist the Research Coordinator in ensuring the accurate execution of the study protocol in accordance with Good Clinical Practices, HIPAA, IRB, and sponsor regulations. The Research Data Associate will be primarily focused on recruiting and following up participants in this and other ongoing research studies. The Research Data Associate will communicate closely with the study’s Principal Investigator, Co-Investigators, and study staff to provide updates about study progress and related issues. The Research Data Associate will be assigned to work on different assignments and tasks between projects based on real-time needs of project and interests of the individual.

Responsibilities:
1. Conduct participant screening and recruitment remotely and in-person;
2. Assist with the informed consent process and ensure that the subject fully understands what is required of them throughout the study;
3. Administer research surveys and capture data in the study’s electronic data system;
4. Perform in-person tests for participants
5. Support the day-to-day operations of the projects;
6. Mail study recruitment materials and other study-related materials to participants;
7. Collect patient information from electronic health record (EHR) and other data source for the research project;
8. Manage and utilize participant tracking to facilitate longitudinal follow-up of participants;
9. Organize and maintain research records;
10. Maintain a thorough knowledge of the research study and procedures;
11. Maintain high research ethics and remain up to date on institutional review board trainings;
12. Assist the PI, Project Manager, and Research Coordinator in carrying out all aims of the project(s);
13. Participate in publications and research presentations, if interested.

Qualifications:
Education and Training

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in relevant field (e.g., Public Health, Health Communications, Health Science, Biology)
• At least one year of relevant work experience, preferably in social science, population health research , or public health
• Proficiency in using various Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Access, Power Point and Outlook. Familiar with Internet applications.

Experience and Skills

• Ability to work with a team environment as well as independently
• Demonstrated ability to organize tasks and meet deadlines
• Strong writing and presentation skills
• Strong communication skills and commitment to continuous learning
• Experience with research studies involving human subjects.

If interested, please send your resume and cover letter to Olivia Wilker at olivia.wilker@nyulangone.org.

Cambridge Coaching MCAT Webinar: Respiratory System (Part 2)

It's a weekly live webinar about a high yield MCAT topic. It's short, sweet, and packed with valuable insight into both the topic at hand and how it's tested on the MCAT. While we are in the process of developing these materials, we are offering the webinar for free. Consider yourself a pilot student for a future Cambridge Coaching MCAT course, or textbook, or self-study platform (only the future can tell). All we ask in exchange is that you keep coming, participate in Q & A, share your feedback, and let friends know about this resource. This webinar's topic will be Respiratory System (Part 2), and will take place Friday December 10 at 1pm EST. 

Register for this week's webinar here.

Summer Research Opportunity: University of Michigan Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship

The University of Michigan Samuel & Jean Frankel Cardiovascular Center (FCVC) is pleased to offer a 10-week Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) in the summer of 2022.

Program Description:  Each fellow will be matched, based on their interests, to a laboratory led by a FCVC faculty member. This collection of laboratories is involved in internationally recognized research in topics such as atherosclerosis, genetic cardiomyopathies, blood clotting disorders, cardiac arrhythmias, vascular biology, and heart failure.  Fellows will be paid via bi-weekly paychecks at a rate of $15/hour for ten weeks of full-time work, starting the Tuesday after Memorial Day and ending the second week of August. The program includes scientific seminars, social events, and a two-day research symposium where fellows present their research to their peers and FCVC faculty and staff. Program dates are subject to change pending the current state of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The application opens TODAY, December 6, 2021 and closes Sunday, January 30, 2022. To access the application and learn more about the program, visit our website at https://tinyurl.com/fcvcsurf.  For questions, please email fcvc-surf@med.umich.edu.

Job Opportunity: Clinical Research Coordinator I and II, Dept of Epidemiology, Tulane

 The primary responsibility of the Clinical Research Coordinator is to manage all aspects of conducting clinical trials. The Clinical Research Coordinator is required to have an in-depth knowledge of protocol requirements and good clinical practices as set forth by federal regulations. As the primary resource for the protocol, the Clinical Research Coordinator acts as a liaison between the patient, investigator, Institutional Review Board and sponsor. The Clinical Research Coordinator screens, enrolls and follows study patients, ensuring protocol compliance and close patient monitoring, and works independently in designing, coordinating, and implementing all assigned research projects. The Clinical Research Coordinator is responsible for all data and source documentation, adverse event reporting and maintenance of complete regulatory files.

The primary responsibility of the Clinical Research Coordinator II is to manage all aspects of conducting clinical trials and other epidemiological studies. The Clinical Research Coordinator II is required to have an in-depth knowledge of protocol requirements and good clinical practices as set forth by federal regulations. As one of the primary resources for the protocol, the Clinical Research Coordinator II acts as a liaison between the patient, investigator, collaborators, Institutional Review Board and sponsor. The Clinical Research Coordinator II is able to recruit, screen, enroll and follow study patients, and perform the associated data collection, entry, and quality control activities, under supervision, ensuring protocol compliance and close patient monitoring, continuing the required learning process record in this second level position for advancement towards a Clinical Research Coordinator III position. The Clinical Research Coordinator II is responsible for all data and source documentation, adverse event reporting and maintenance of complete regulatory files, under direct supervision. The Clinical Research Coordinator II may also perform simple procedures (ecgs, vital signs, etc.), as well as laboratory processing, as called for by the study protocol(s).

Columbia University Global Mental Health Programs 2022 Summer Internship Program

Since 2016, the Columbia University Global Mental Health Programs have hosted a competitive summer internship for rising senior undergraduates interested in the growing field of global mental health. Students participating in the summer internship program will be exposed to a wide range of didactic seminars and experiential learning opportunities and will be mentored by 1-3 departmental faculty focused on various global mental health initiatives. Additionally, students will gain exposure to networking within the healthcare research environment and develop the skills to apply an equity-informed lens into global mental health research and implementation. The summer internship runs for 8 weeks (typically beginning in June), with students working 4 days a week with the Columbia Global Mental Health Programs.
The application for Summer 2022 is NOW OPEN and the deadline to apply is January 31, 2022, at 5pm EST.

• Click here to download the full internship description.

• Click here to apply.

At this time, we have decided that the 2022 summer internship will take place virtually with no requirement to travel to Columbia University. Any questions can be directed to info@cugmhp.org.

Summer Program: UCLA PREP (Pre-Medical Enrichment Program)

 

UCLA PREP is a unique non-residential program designed to provide premedical students from disadvantaged backgrounds with the means to strengthen their ability and readiness to study medicine.

Program Highlights

Any additional questions, email us at outreach@mednet.ucla.edu 

Cambridge Coaching MCAT Webinar: Respiratory System, Part 1

It's a weekly live webinar about a high yield MCAT topic. It's short, sweet, and packed with valuable insight into both the topic at hand and how it's tested on the MCAT. While we are in the process of developing these materials, we are offering the webinar for free. Consider yourself a pilot student for a future Cambridge Coaching MCAT course, or textbook, or self-study platform (only the future can tell). All we ask in exchange is that you keep coming, participate in Q & A, share your feedback, and let friends know about this resource. This webinar's topic will be Respiratory System (Part 1), and will take place Friday December 3 at 1pm EST. 

Register for this week's webinar here.

Unpaid Research Opportunity: NYU Langone Medical Center

 Research Assistant

I am a Barnard alumna who is Chief of Headache Research at NYU Langone Medical Center. I run several studies and am looking for Barnard students with a strong passion for clinical research. Applicants should be excellent team players but should also be able to work well independently. They must be professional and be able to show empathy. The position will be full time over the summer (some nights and weekends may be expected of you) and will continue into the academic year for a minimum of 6-8 hours a week. To date, I have had about 17 Barnard students work with me, and many have already published in the field with me. Pre-Covid, students had a unique opportunity working with physicians and with patients, and learning how the health system works. This past summer, even with Covid, students were able to work on meaningful research studies. The research is suited to those interested in neurology, psychiatry/psychology, and mHealth.

Please see these links for highlights of some prior students' work:

https://barnard.edu/news/break-down-roundtable-migraines-and-mentorship

https://barnard.edu/news/barnard-graduate-sarah-jinich-19-helps-develop-app-migraine-relief

https://barnard.edu/news/migraine-researcher-kayla-kaplan-22

https://barnard.edu/magazine/summer-2018/creative-collaborations

Full time over the summer with part-time extension into the year

Application deadline 1/15/22

Unpaid

NYU Langone Health

Please send your CV, transcript, cover letter and a writing sample to Alexis.George@nyulangone.org and cc Mia.Minen@nyulangone.org.  Preferences will be given to students with some prior research and/or statistical experience.

Introduction to Undergraduate Research Workshop & Panel (Biology Dept)

The Department of Biological Sciences will once again host two events focused on introducing students to undergraduate research. 

The first event, TOMORROW, November 30th at 12 pm, will be a virtual workshop led by Professor Jon Snow that will guide you through how to find and contact a principal investigator (PI) that you are interested in conducting research with. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone who has no idea where to start or has questions on what to do when cold-emailing a potential mentor. Zoom details can be found in the image below. 

The second event, on Wednesday, December 1st at 3 pm, will be a hybrid panel led by 6 current Barnard student panelists and a student moderator -- all of whom are currently conducting research as undergraduates. The panel will focus on Balancing Research While At Barnard. Info on our panelists and moderator can be found on the attached PDF. If you'd like to join by Zoom, no need to RSVP -- simply click on the Meeting ID to launch the Zoom url. If you'd like to be one of 30 guests invited to attend in person, RSVP HERE by no later than TOMORROW 11/30 at 6 pm to receive the room information. We'll have snacks to-go and you'll get a chance to meet our panelists in person. This is an excellent way to meet other majors if you are a prospective or recently declared biology major! 

Recordings will be available by the next day. Any and all questions/requests for the recording(s) can be sent to Melissa Flores. 

Volunteer Opportunity: Columbia COVID-19 Virtual Symposium

The COVID-19 Virtual Symposium began April 2020 at the peak of the pandemic in an effort to inform our Columbia community and beyond on the latest research done to better understand COVID-19. 

Since April 2020 we have organized 37 Symposia and are now looking for new volunteers to help!

 

The Symposium is held once a month, typically on a Wednesday, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm.  

 

Open volunteer positions are listed below.  

 

1. Team Manager (1 open position) 
1. Communicate with Symposium organizers (Drs. Andrea Califano, Stephan Goff, Eric Greene, Andrew Marks)
2. Recruit speakers and communicate with them about the final Symposium agenda and Zoom info. 
3. Work with the Office of the Executive Vice President for Research to update webpage
4. Work with webinar support group at MSPH to organize Zoom links/invitation, and advertising COVID-19 Virtual Symposium to our listserv
5. Attend Wednesday Symposium to make sure everything runs smoothly

 

2. Video Editor (2 open positions)
1. Edit recorded talks into individual segments, and post on YouTube page

 

3. Summary Writers (multiple open positions)
1. Write short summaries for the talks presented and submit summaries to team manager in a timely manner

 

Please reach out to covid_symp_support@columbia.edu if you are interested in any of the positions by this Friday, Dec. 3rd! The following week, we will reach out to those who expressed interest.

Event: Choose DO Medical School Virtual Expo 12/8

Premedical students are invited to meet with representatives from up to 37 medical schools from the comfort of your home on December 8, 2021 at our free Choose DO Medical School Virtual Expo. This event is hosted by AACOM in partnership with Pre-SOMA, the undergraduate division of the Student Osteopathic Medical Association (SOMA).

• Watch live presentations and meet with medical school admissions representatives, faculty, and current students via online chat rooms
• Learn more about applying to medical school, the interview process, and life as a medical student
• Meet with AACOM representatives, med school admissions teams, current residents, and more
• Explore which medical school is right for you – zero travel required

Register Today

Event: Clinical Psychology Career Insights Panel 12/1

In this edition of Career Insights, you'll hear from alumnae in careers within Clinical Psychology to understand their career trajectories and decision-making. If you're interested in gaining more insight in these industries or looking to explore various career paths, we invite you to join us!

  Confirmed Panelists: Talil Wigod '14 - Research Director/Staff Psychologist at Cognitive Behavioral Consultants Katharine Loeb '91 - Director of Research and Training at Chicago Center for Evidence Based Treatment Aurelie Athan '97 - Research Associate Professor at Teachers College, Columbia University Gina Davis ‘07 - Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Lyra Health Below, you'll find the full bios of the panelists: Talil Wigod '14 Dr. Tali Wigod is a staff psychologist and research director at CBC, where she works full-time with children, adolescents, adults, and families. She has extensive training in the implementation of evidenced based treatments for anxiety, depression, emotion dysregulation, self-injury, suicidality, behavioral difficulties, and trauma. Dr. Wigod has training in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and completed an intensive training program in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). In her role as the Research Coordinator, she coordinates a wide range of research activities focusing on dissemination, implementation science, and prevention research. Dr. Wigod earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Economics from Barnard College at Columbia University. She received her Master’s and Doctoral degrees in Clinical Psychology from LIU-Post. For her doctoral dissertation, she compared parent acceptability and preference of two models of treatment targeting early child behavioral problems. Katharine Loeb '91 Katharine L. Loeb, PhD is a Barnard alumna (class of 1991) and licensed clinical psychologist who has devoted her three-decade career to the research and treatment of eating, feeding, and weight disorders. She has also played an integral role in training future scientists and clinicians in this field. In 2020, Dr. Loeb retired as Professor of Psychology in the PhD Program in Clinical Psychology at Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU) and joined the team at the Chicago Center for Evidence Based Treatment as the Director of Research and Training. Dr. Loeb received her PhD in Clinical Psychology from Rutgers University and completed a post-doctoral fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons. She was the founding Director of the Mount Sinai School of Medicine’s Eating and Weight Disorders Program; at FDU, she was Director of both the Eating, Feeding, and Weight Disorders Lab and Clinical Practicum. She has also been a faculty member, trainer, and certified therapist of the Training Institute for Child and Adolescent Eating Disorders since its inception. Dr. Loeb has been inducted as a Fellow in the Academy for Eating Disorders and in the Association for Psychological Science, and she is a recipient of the FDU Distinguished Faculty Award for Research and Scholarship. Dr. Loeb’s research involves improving case identification of and parenting capacities in managing child and adolescent eating disorders, and systems-level strategies, including applied behavioral economics, for pediatric overweight and obesity. More confirmed panelists and bios to come! Register to access the program details and Zoom link!

Summer Research Programs at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center

The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center (Fred Hutch) hosts a summer internship that is designed to provide biomedical research experience and mentorship for undergraduate students of rising senior status.  We would appreciate your help promoting the Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) among students at Barnard College. I have attached an informational flyer that offers an overview of the program and a brief snapshot of important dates below, including how to apply.

 

About the Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP)

The SURP is an intensive, 9-week internship designed to provide research experience and mentorship for rising-senior undergraduate students who are interested in biomedical research.  Under the guidance of a faculty mentor, students will:

• Complete an independent research project;
• Attend weekly research seminars;
• Participate in professional development workshops designed to facilitate the preparation of competitive applications for graduate/medical school; and
• Present their findings at a competitive poster session.

The program will run from Monday, June 13 – Friday, August 12, 2022. An online application for the 2022 SURP is now available on the SURP website.

 

The application deadline is midnight Pacific Standard Time (PST) on Friday, January 7, 2022. Letters of recommendation for up to two references are due by midnight Pacific Standard Time (PST) on Friday, January 14, 2022. 

 

While we are planning to hold an on-site experience in 2022, we are monitoring the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and assessing the safest way for students and staff to conduct the program next summer.

 

Other Biomedical Research Internships

I also wanted to share with you a resource that my colleagues and I developed, which is a catalog of biomedical research internships offered nationwide for high school, undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, graduate, and first-year medical students.

Georgetown Masters Program Info Sessions

 

Our graduate programs in Physiology...
	The MS in Physiology
	The MS in Physiology at Georgetown is a rigorous one-year, non-thesis master’s program designed from the medical curriculum and offered in a traditional semester-based format.  Students complete 30 credits of coursework, including elective credits to tailor the program to their interests (with options across our biomedical departments) and an opportunity for lab research in the spring.  Advising from our expert faculty on academics and the medical school admissions process is provided throughout the program year.  Cohort size is 35-40 students, average GPA is 3.5, and no test score is required. RSVP for an info session || Learn more: http://physiology.georgetown.edu
	The Special Master’s Program (SMP)
	Established more than 40 years ago as the first of its kind, Georgetown’s SMP has a longstanding reputation for quality and success. The set curriculum of 31 credits is taken on a modular schedule from early August until early June.  This program incorporates some of GUSOM’s M1 courses and grades students against the performance of the M1s.  Top performing SMP students with competitive applications have an opportunity to interview with GUSOM in late spring.  Cohort size is 180-200 students, average GPA is 3.2, and MCAT score 510+ preferred. RSVP for an info session || Learn more: http://smp.georgetown.edu
	George Squared (G²)
	G² is a one-year, 20-credit graduate certificate in Advanced Biomedical Sciences taught jointly by faculty from Georgetown University Medical Center and George Mason University.  In addition to the core faculty, a cadre of dedicated TAs provide comprehensive academic support for all courses throughout the program year.  Optional MCAT/DAT prep is also included in the program for interested students.  Cohort size is 75-100 students, average GPA is 3.2, and test score is not required.  After successful completion, students can transfer all 20 credits into the MS in Physiology if eligible. RSVP for an info session || Learn more: http://georgesquared.gmu.edu

Job Opportunity: Research Technician, NYU School of Medicine Knaut Lab

The lab:
We study how tissues migrate and fold with the aim to decipher the principles of organ formation. For these studies we use migrating sensory cells, heart vessels and the skin in zebrafish as models and combine this with genetics, imaging and computational approaches (www.knautlab.org).

The responsibilities:
Conducting a research project together with the principal investigator involving the following techniques: genetics (BAC transgenesis, genome-editing), live imaging (confocal and two-photon microscopy). Participation in lab meetings and journal clubs. A two-year commitment is required.

The qualifications:
We are looking for a motivated person with an enthusiasm for science, discussions and running experiments at the bench. Enjoying working in a team is essential. The ideal background for this job is a  Bachelor's or Master’s degree in biological sciences such as Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology or Genetics.

How to apply:
Please email (Holger.knaut@med.nyu.edu) your CV as a single PDF that includes and starts with the following information:
1. Name and current living address (city and country)
2. Expected date of availability
3. Degree, date awarded
4. GPA
5. Name, e-mail and phone number of three references (state in what capacity these references know you)

Careers in Medicine Enhancement Program (CMEP) at Weill Cornell Medical College

 

Apply here. 

Weill Cornell Travelers Summer Research Fellowship Program 2022

 Program Dates: June 20, 2022 - August 5, 2022

Deadline Date: February 1, 2022

The Travelers Summer Research Fellowship Program is designed to give 25 premedical students meaningful insights into the field of medicine, with a focus on conditions that greatly affect the health of traditionally underserved populations. By engaging in laboratory or clinical research, under the supervision of a faculty member, the TSRF participants learns how to investigate a specific research question. Participants are thereby provided with a research training experience allowing them to acquire investigative techniques that can be later applied as they pursue their medical education. The didactic curriculum has several themes. There is content delivery around common public health issues including healthcare for the under and uninsured; healthcare disparities; research basics; a financial aid presentation and practical advice from medical students on the medical school application process and preparing for the MCAT. In addition to these, participants engage with a wide variety of physicians in career panel discussions including primary care, pediatrics, neurology, ophthalmology, obstetrics and gynecology, surgery, radiology, emergency medicine, and internal medicine. The highlight of the curriculum is a panel discussion populated by diversity and admissions deans from NY medical schools addressing the question “What are medical schools looking for?” 

Prior to 2021, the program also provided participants with opportunities to shadow physicians thereby providing further exposure and insights into the many facets of clinical medicine.

More information on the program and how to apply available here.