Committee Application Deadline Reminder

Students and alumnae who plan to apply to medical and dental programs in summer 2020: remember that the first deadline for Barnard's 2020 Committee Application will arrive on Sunday! 

The deadlines to submit a Committee application are:

• First-time applicants: February 9, 2020, 11:59 PM Eastern
• Reapplicants*: March 5, 2020, 11:59 PM Eastern

*You are considered a reapplicant if you have previously had a Barnard Committee letter submitted to application services on your behalf. All other applicants are considered first-time applicants, even if they have completed some or all of a previous Committee application. 

To access the application, please go to Prehealth Advising Resources in Handshake and click the document labeled "Committee Application Access - 2020." You'll also find more resources in Handshake, including an overview of our Committee process, important dates for the cycle, and a link to our Application Year Overview: Part I webinar, which describes the Committee process in full.

Questions before the deadline? Email Dr. Dye (amdye@barnard.edu) by 2:00 PM ET tomorrow, February 7!

University of Toronto Medical School Info Session

Columbia's Postbaccalaureate Premedical Studies Program is sponsoring an information session with the University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine tomorrow, February 6, 4:30 - 6:00 PM in Lewisohn Hall, Room 612. To attend, register here. Questions? Contact gspostbac@columbia.edu.

Beyond Barnard Boston Field Trip - Biomedicine & Biotech Careers

Beyond Barnard is pleased to invite you to apply to travel with us to Boston, MA for a field trip to visit alumnae on site with careers in tech, biotech, and innovation. Our hosts include:

• Justine Levin-Allerhand '97 at the Broad Institute Institute of MIT and Harvard, supporting biomedical and genomic research 

• Libby McDonald '85 at the MIT D-Lab, designing for a more equitable world

• A third host and site -- likely a biomedical/pharma start-up or innovator -- details still to come!

We will end the day with a panel discussion and networking reception with Boston area Barnard alumnae.

The field trip to Boston, MA will take place March 12-14. This is a selective and structured program, hosted by esteemed alumnae and professionals. If you are offered and accept a place in the program, you must treat it as an unmovable commitment. Transportation and hotel expenses will be covered by Beyond Barnard.

Schedule:

Thursday, March 12, 2020

3:00-9:00 pm

• travel by Amtrak as a group from NYC to Boston
• check into hotel

Friday, March 13, 2020

8:00am-5:00pm

• morning, midday, and afternoon site visits
• breakfast and lunch

6:00-8:00pm

• Panel discussion and networking reception with Boston area Barnard alumnae

Saturday, March 14, 2020

8:00am-2:00pm

• Breakfast
• Travel by Amtrak as a group back to NYC

PLEASE NOTE: full travel, hotel, and site details will be shared upon admittance to the program, and before you commit to taking a spot.

We hope you will consider applying for this exciting opportunity! 

APPLY by Friday, February 7, 2020 by 11:59 PM. The application will be closed after the deadline.

Beyond Barnard's Field Trip Program provides groups of 15-20 Barnard students with the opportunity to connect with multiple organizations in New York City, nationally, and around the world. Our objective is to provide students with a chance to spend a single day gaining on-the-ground exposure to diverse organizations in cities across the globe.

Questions? You can email Briana at broman@barnard.edu.

AMCAS Application Cycle Dates Announced

The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) has announced important dates for the 2021 AMCAS application cycle (for those applying in summer 2020). 

The 2021 AMCAS cycle will open for applicants to begin completing their application on Monday, May 4, 2020 at 9:30 a.m. ET. Applicants will be able to submit their applications to AMCAS for processing beginning Thursday, May 28, 2020 at 9:30 a.m. ET. AMCAS will begin transmitting applicant data to medical schools on Friday, June 26, 2020 at 7:00 a.m. ET. 

Please refer to the Premed Calendar to view important dates and deadlines for all the AAMC Premed Services. For more information on AMCAS applications, please visit aamc.org/amcas.

Zucker School of Medicine Pipeline Program Application Open

The mission of the Zucker School of Medicine Pipeline Program (ZPP) at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell (Zucker School of Medicine), is to enhance the matriculation of underrepresented in medicine (URM) students and economically disadvantaged students to the Zucker School of Medicine. The three-year, summer intensive, academic enrichment program is designed to provide high achieving college students who are interested in a career in medicine an opportunity for direct matriculation to the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell.

ZPP students who:
i. excel in the ZPP and
ii. demonstrate a strong performance on the MCAT Exam

will be highly considered for direct matriculation to the Zucker School of Medicine.

There is no application fee for this program. Admitted students will receive a $1,750.00 yearly stipend. Housing accommodations and one-round trip fare will be provided for out of state students.

The program application is open to current college freshmen. To learn more about the program and apply, click here. The priority application deadline is March 1, 2020, and the program dates for this summer will be Monday, June 22 to Friday, July 31, 2020. 

AAMC Fee Assistance Program

Applying to medical schools this summer? The application process can be costly, but the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) provides a generous Fee Assistance Program to those who meet its income guidelines. Applicants who are approved for FAP can receive up to $2000 in assistance for MCAT registration fees and prep materials as well as medical school application fees. Learn more and find links to income guidelines and application process here.

PrIMER Info Session This Wednesday!

The Program to Inspire Minority Undergraduates in Environmental Health Science Research (PrIMER) is a research program for full-time, undergraduate underrepresented minority and underserved students who are typically underrepresented in STEM fields. PrIMER is funded by the National Institute for Environmental Health Sciences and provides research trainees the opportunity to gain valuable research experience in environmental health sciences. Students from local NYC schools are eligible to participate. Previous trainees in the program have come from Colleges and Universities in the New York City area.

PrIMER trainees commit to a two-year program beginning June before their junior year through December of their senior year. Trainees are paired with a Columbia University faculty member who serves as a research and academic mentor throughout the program. Trainees conduct laboratory research in environmental health sciences, attend weekly professional development workshops, and interact closely with Columbia University faculty. Each fall, trainees present their summer research experience at the PrIMER Research Symposium that takes place during our departmental seminar, and is attended by faculty, students, and research staff. Trainees work with their mentor to continue research during the academic year.

To learn more, join Beyond Barnard for an info session on the program on Wednesday, February 5, 5:00 - 6:00 PM, Milstein LL001. Register here!

Job Opportunity: Eating Disorders Research at McLean Hospital

RESEARCH ASSISTANT POSITION (FULL-TIME): Dr. Kristin Javaras is seeking a highly motivated and professional college graduate for a providing support for clinical research studies in the areas of eating disorders and general eating behavior. Studies include: (1) a federally-funded neuroimaging study in young adult women with and without binge-eating disorder; (2) a study examining the feasibility of using wearable technology to assess eating behavior in the real world in young adult women; and (3) studies examining predictors of outcomes after eating disorder treatment. This position may also involve support for other studies or projects related to the Principal Investigator’s research program. Specific responsibilities will include: performing literature searches; managing participant recruitment, screening, and tracking; assisting with participant assessment, task administration, imaging scans, and other physiological measurement; maintaining and updating data generated by the studies; performing data processing and basic data analysis; contributing to the writing of manuscripts and grant applications; and handling administrative tasks. This position offers an excellent opportunity for recent college graduates looking for clinical research experience before applying to doctoral programs (particularly in the areas of clinical, counseling, and health psychology, or neuropsychology) or medical school.

McLean Hospital (Belmont, MA) is a psychiatric affiliate of Harvard Medical School. 

QUALIFICATIONS: BA or BS Degree.  Must have at least one year of related clinical research experience (which can include undergraduate research experience). Must have demonstrated competence in research techniques and methodologies, strong writing skills, and an ability to work independently. Prior coursework in psychology, neuroscience, or related subjects preferred. Prior experience with neuroimaging also preferred.

TENTATIVE START DATE: First available start date is February 24, 2020

INSTRUCTIONS: Interested applicants should:

1.) Send a CV and cover letter to Kristin Javaras, DPhil, PhD at kjavaras@mclean.harvard.edu, AND 

2.) Submit an application through the McLean Hospital website at www.mcleanhospital.org/careers (Job ID 3118200). Please include a current CV/resume and cover letter with the application.

Job Posting Date: Jan 29, 2020

Job Opportunity: Pediatric Anxiety Research Center at Bradley Hospital

The Pediatric Anxiety Research Center (PARC; located in Bradley Hospital in East Providence, RI and affiliated with the Brown Medical School) is an integrated research and clinical program nationally recognized in pediatric OCD and anxiety. PARC encompasses research projects, outpatient services, and an Intensive Treatment Program for OCD. PARC has continually received research funding since 1999 for treatment outcome, dissemination, implementation, and comparative effectiveness research. Current PARC research focuses on developing and evaluating innovative treatment models for youth with OCD and anxiety; improving quality assessment in exposure therapy for OCD and anxiety; and training providers in the community to deliver evidence-based treatment for OCD and anxiety.

OPEN POSITIONS

PARC is looking for 4 full-time clinical research assistants and/or mobile exposure coaches for a research project focused on increasing treatment options for youth with anxiety and OCD funded by Patient Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI). We are recruiting for a number of positions: a) full-time clinical research assistant, b) full-time mobile exposure coach (see clinical duties), or c) a full-time unique dual research assistant-mobile exposure coach role comprised both of research and clinical duties (as defined below).

RESEARCH DUTIES (if applicable to role)

Research duties may include consenting patients and families, scheduling participants, data entry and analysis, collaboration with community partners and stakeholders, preparing submissions to the Institutional Review Board (IRB), drafting study progress reports for funder, and behavioral coding of exposure treatment sessions. Participation in multidisciplinary discussions regarding research design and implementation is expected.

CLINICAL DUTIES (if applicable to role)

The position’s main clinical duty is assuming the role of a mobile exposure coach. This entails providing patients (aged 5-18) weekly cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in home and community settings, attending weekly supervision with licensed psychologists, aiding in the formulation of a therapeutic treatment plan, and clinical and research documentation of treatment sessions. Other clinical responsibilities may include: screening research participants, administering ratings scales, and administering diagnostic interviews to study participants.

OTHER

Mentorship from psychologists and opportunities to assist in writing scientific articles for publication and grant submissions are provided. A strong academic record is essential and past research experience is desirable. Frequent travel in Rhode Island and Massachusetts may be necessary for one or all positions.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Baccalaureate Degree in a Human Service field preferably in psychology, human biology, neuroscience, or related fields.
• A career interest in clinical psychology or related field.
• Excellent computer and communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Past research project experience.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work well with children and parents.
• A willingness to tackle complex tasks in an independent manner.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft applications.
• A strong sense of responsibility towards work.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please send a cover letter, resume/CV, and two written recommendations (sent directly by your recommenders) to Elena Schiavone no later than FEBRUARY 28th, 2020.  We prefer to receive applications via email, but if you or your recommenders would prefer to send us written correspondence, please use the address provided below. We will review applications as they are received and contact applicants to extend interview invitations. Please address application materials (i.e., cover letter, resume/CV, and two letters of recommendation) to Jennifer Freeman, PhD.

Application materials should be sent by FEBRUARY 28th, 2020 to Elena Schiavone (eschiavone@lifespan.org) who is collecting applications on behalf of Dr. Freeman.

For written correspondence:

Pediatric Anxiety Research Center (PARC)
Ruggles Building
Bradley Hospital
1011 Veterans Memorial Parkway

East Providence, RI 02915

Summer Internship Opportunity: Counseling & Psychotherapy

Arista Counseling & Psychotherapy is hiring summer 2020 interns!

The internship offers training and supervision by a licensed psychologist to work as an intake counselor dealing with a diverse patient population, including adults, children, and families with emotional and substance abuse issues. Issues include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, ADHD, abuse, learning challenges, marriage and family stress and others.

• Internships available for undergraduate students.
• Training as an intake counselor
• Opportunity for face to face interaction with patients
• Participation in supervisory sessions.  
• Opportunity for writing and research on psychological issues.
• Excellent opportunity to learn overall administration, practice management and preparation for healthcare career.
• Location of internship: Paramus, New Jersey.

Interested students please forward your resume to arista2020@gmail.com subject: Internship Summer 2020.