Cancer Research Internships for Post-baccalaureate Students
Underrepresented or minority post-baccalaureate students at New Mexico State University are invited to apply for a summer research internship at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle, Washington. The Hutchinson Center has an international reputation for its pioneering research in biological sciences, bone marrow and stem cell transplantation, cancer prevention, and epidemiology. Our scientists come from around the world and are involved with many aspects of cancer research.
About the Cancer Research Internship Program for Post-baccalaureate Students
A nine-month internship program has been designed to provide research experience and mentorship for underrepresented or minority students who are of at least senior standing or who have graduated within the past year from NMSU. The program has a flexible start date, commencing on either Monday, June 14th 2010 through Saturday, February 12th 2011 (including travel days) or Monday, August 2nd 2010 through Saturday, May 1st 2011 (including travel days). Students must be able to commit to this entire period in order to participate.
Students will participate in a unique intern experience in the areas of basic science, human biology, public health science, or clinical research. In addition to completing a research project, students will also participate in a variety of educational activities throughout the summer, including an orientation program, weekly research seminars, morning "coffee break" discussions, and a final poster presentation. Students will also have an opportunity to present their research at a national conference.
Compensation, Travel, and Housing
The Hutchinson Center will provide a salary of $19,555 (before taxes) for participation in the Cancer Research Internship Program for Post-baccalaureate Students.
The program will also pay partial travel costs to and from Seattle (up to $450). Students may communicate their air travel preferences to the FHCRC project coordinator, who will pre-purchase airfare upon request. If the cost of airfare is less than $450, the program will reimburse students for the cost of one checked bag per flight and/or ground transportation to and from the airport. A receipt denoting the cost of these items is required for reimbursement. Students who drive to Seattle are asked to denote the total number of miles driven in order to receive mileage reimbursement (up to $450).
Interns are responsible for their housing and food expenses. Project staff are happy to assist students with housing arrangements. A quarterly pass for regional Metro transportation (buses) may be purchased for $45.00.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must be:
- U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
- Student of at least senior standing or has graduated from NMSU within the past year.
- *Underrepresented or minority student.
- Strong background in the sciences.
*This includes racial and ethnic groups traditionally underrepresented in health sciences, persons with disabilities, and persons raised in economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
How to Apply
Students interested in applying to participate in the cancer research internship program may do so by completing and submitting an application. Completed applications are due on January 29, 2010. Notification of acceptance will occur in late February.
For More Information
If you have questions or would like more information about the Cancer Research Internship Program for post-baccalaureate students, please Dr. Michèle Shuster at: mshuster@nmsu.edu or Jennifer Anderson at: janderso@fhcrc.org.
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