Extensive Study Program
The Outreach group at The Genome Institute at Washington University in St. Louis is seeking bright and motivated candidates for the OGR Extensive Study, a one-year post-baccalaureate program. The position entails conducting biomedical research in a genomics/genetics related area with an independent investigator. Over the course of the year, participants will be expected to gain substantial independence in the laboratory. Participants will also be expected to submit applications to competitive Ph.D. programs duing their matriculation in the program. Other components of this program include:
- GRE preparation (KAPLAN)
- Graduate school preparation workshops
- Career advisement
- Departmental/university seminars
Candidates may also have the opportunity to audit a graduate level course.
Requirements:
- BA or BS in STEM (science, technology, engineering or mathematics) from a four-year university or college (must have earned degree between spring 2010 - spring 2012)
- US citizenship or permanent residency
- Competitive GPA (overall and STEM)
- At least one formal research experience in a laboratory setting where hypothesis driven research is conducted (summer research programs, academic year research)
- Knowledge of PCR and its uses is a must (theory or practice)
- Knowledge of the process of DNA sequencing and analysis is a plus
Program will begin Summer 2012. Applications accepted on a rolling basis.
Application Materials needed:
- Completed application
- Updated resume (should include major, degree earned, GPA, previous research experience, scholarships/ honors (undergraduate only) (only list relevant experience please)
- Three faculty references
- Official transcripts from all universities attended
All OGR programs are funded by the NHGRI-Diversity Action Plan, which seeks to increase the number of underrepresented minorities in genomics. These groups include: underrepresented minorities (African-Americans, Native-Americans (including Alaska natives), Native-Pacific Islanders, and Hispanics, Latinos, and Chicanos), the socio-economically and/or culturally disadvantaged and those with learning and/or physical disabilities.
Send all materials electronically to outreach@genome.wustl.edu
To send transcripts or for more information, contact us at:
The Genome Institute
Washington University School of Medicine
4444 Forest Park Ave., Campus Box 8501
St. Louis, Missouri, 63108
ATTN: Outreach
Send inquiries to:
Phone: 314-286-1897 or 314-286-1803
Email: outreach@genome.wustl.edu
Website: http://genome.wustl.edu/outreach
