Cambridge Coaching MCAT Webinar: Functional Groups for the MCAT

 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 Functional Groups for the MCAT, and will take place Friday March 5 at 1pm EST. 

Register for this week's webinar here.

Event: Columbia Nightline Mental Health and Wellness Panel

 

Event: Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine Virtual Open House

Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine will be hosting their annual Virtual Open House on Saturday April 17^th at 12pm EST. They welcome you to join them remotely for the opportunity to explore their curriculum, hear from their administration, learn about their admissions process, view a live OMM demonstration, chat with current medical students, and much more! 

Saturday April 17^th, 2021, 12pm EST. Register Here. 

Job Opportunity: Research Technician, NYU School of Medicine Skirball Institute of Biomolecular Medicine

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)

Job Opportunity: Medical Scribe, Envision Health Emergency Department

We are looking to hire individuals that can work as Clinical Information Managers (CIMs) / Medical Scribes in our Emergency Departments. We currently have full-time, part-time and per diem positions available for students and alumni throughout New York and New Jersey. Envision Physician Services is a multispecialty physician group and practice management company. Established in 1953, our organization provides anesthesia, emergency medicine, hospital medicine, radiology, primary/urgent care, surgical services, and women’s and children’s health services to hospitals and health systems nationwide. Our combined organization serves more than 780 healthcare facilities in 48 states and the District of Columbia. 

As a CIM you will observe patient-provider interactions, witness medical decision-making, and expedite and enhance patient care by documenting notes in an electronic medical record as well as following up on diagnostic testing. We are hiring for positions that are available to start now as well as summer 2021! If interested in learning more about this exciting CIM position with Envision Physician Services, please visit our website and apply at https://www.envisionphysicianservices.com/scribes. Questions? Contact Brittany.Chierico@envisionhealth.com.

Event: Yale School of Medicine PA Program Webinars

 Yale Physician Assistant (PA) Online Program

Yale School of Medicine (YSM) is advancing the physician assistant (PA) profession by educating the highly proficient PAs the country needs. As the nationwide shortage of primary care physicians grows, YSM is bringing more health care practitioners to patients with Yale’s blended physician assistant program. Yale’s PA Online Program awards a Master of Medical Science (MMSc) degree and prepares graduates to seek licensure as physician assistants. 

The Yale PA Online Program prepares patient-focused clinicians who can choose to learn in their own communities. The program blends online classes and coursework with in-person clinical rotations and three immersions on the Yale campus, so students can earn a degree from YSM without relocating. 

Upcoming Webinars 

Application Workshop/Prerequisites 

• March 20^th Noon ET 
• March 31^st 6pm ET  
• April 22^nd 1pm ET 

Program Overview Webinar 

• May 18^th 2pm ET 

 

Register here: https://paonline.yale.edu/admissions/events/

Event: University of Illinois College of Medicine Information Session

 The Assistant Dean of Admissions & Recruitment at the University of Illinois College of Medicine will speak with students about the school and its admissions process.

Register here. The Zoom link to participate will be emailed to registrants prior to the start of the event. If you have not received the Zoom link at the event start time, please email gspostbac@columbia.edu.

Cambridge Coaching MCAT Webinar: The Brain for the MCAT

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 the Brain for the MCAT, and will take place Friday February 26 at 1pm EST. 

Register for this week's webinar here.

Job Opportunity: Clinical Research Assistant, Hospital for Special Surgery Integrative Rheumatology and Orthopedics Center

 Location: Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY

Principal Investigators: Susan Goodman, MD and Bella Mehta, MD

Research Focus: Integrated Rheumatology and Orthopedic Research Center (IROC)

Ideal Candidate: Graduating senior on medical school track

Preferred Start Date: April/May/Early June 2021

Starting Salary: $40,000

Minimum Commitment: 2 years (24 months)

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Research Assistant is an integral member of the research team responsible for a variety tasks essential to the conduct of clinical research. This position involves a 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 from 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
• 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 to Handshake or email materials to glaserk@hss.edu

Event: Financing Your Medical Education

Join Beyond Barnard for a presentation by Dan Kallenberger, Assistant Dean for Admissions and Financial Services at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine. Learn about applying for financial aid for medical education, understanding loans and scholarships, budgeting and financial planning during and after medical school, as well as options for loan repayment. All premedical students are strongly encouraged to attend this event, whether you are preparing for application in 2021 or a future cycle!

Event takes place Tuesday 2/23 at 5pm. Register on Handshake.