External Research Opps

Medical Student Research Program

External Research Opportunities are listed below. These opportunities are grouped into categories including **one-year programs and **summer programs. Please note that most applications to these programs are due between December and March of each year.

ONE-YEAR PROGRAMS:

Doris Duke Foundation-Yale University Clinical Research Programs for Medical Students at Yale and in Africa

The Doris Duke Charitable Foundation Clinical Research Fellowship (DDCF) Programs at Yale University offer students from all medical schools in the U.S. the opportunity to pursue a career in clinical research by completing a one year combined didactic mentored clinical research training program for students.

**You may apply to this program by submitting an online application available in November at http://www.ddcf.org/Medical-Research

National Institutes of Health: Medical Research Scholars Program

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Medical Research Scholars Program is a comprehensive, year-long research enrichment program designed to attract the most creative, research-oriented medical, osteopathic, dental, and veterinary students to the intramural campus of the NIH in Bethesda, Maryland. Scholars engage in a mentored basic, clinical, or translational research project in an area that matches their personal interests and goals. This program blends the elements of two former, highly successful programs-the Howard Hughes Medical Institute-NIH Research Scholars Program and the NIH Clinical Research Training Program. The new program will be co-sponsored by the NIH and other partners via contributions to the Foundation for the NIH and agreements with the NIH.

-The program will provide the opportunity for clinician-scientists and future physicians, dentists and veterinarians to carry out research across the full spectrum of laboratory, translational, and clinical opportunities in the interests of the public health.

-The proposed curriculum, which is still under development, will offer several options: seminal basic, translational and clinical research topics highlighting the continuum of discovery; clinical protocol development and the conduct of human subject research; participation in clinical rounds focusing on the rich patient population in the NIH Clinical Center; other relevant content

-Each scholar will have a well-articulated career development plan and a dedicated advisor/mentor

-Scholars will interact with NIH leaders--institute directors, scientific and clinical directors, and principal investigators--and established investigators from academic medical centers and universities. A regular lecture series featuring these individuals will provide opportunities for the participants to learn more about the scientific discovery process, as well as science policy, issues in bioethics, and emerging technologies

-The Howard Hughes Medical Institute will host scientific meetings and workshops at its headquarters and Janelia Farm Research Campus for some participants

-Scholars will present their own work and participate in journal clubs to discuss new developments in their research fields

-As this is a residential program, comfortable furnished apartments, either on or proximal to the NIH campus, will be available at fair market rates

-The MRSP application cycle for 2012-2014 will open on October 1, 2013

http://www.cc.nih.gov/training/mrsp/index.html

NIDDK (NIH) Medical Student Research Training Program

Purpose: The NIDDK Medical Student Research Training (MSRT) program is designed to provide a mentored research training experience for those medical students who are considering an academic research career. Providing the opportunity for students to interrupt their medical school studies for up to 12 months to pursue a research project should help them solidify their decisions to pursue a research career, focus their research interests, and provide a background for future training and career development programs once they have completed their medical training.

Eligibility: Medical students in good standing who have completed at least one year of the medical education and who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents are eligible. There must be a currently funded, scientifically relevant NIDDK T32 program at the sponsoring institution for an MSRT application to be considered. Only students able to commit a minimum of 9 months, up to a maximum of 12 months, full time, to participate in the program may apply. Applicants must have the permission of the Dean of their medical school to participate in this program at their own or another institution. Students who have previously earned a Ph.D. degree are not eligible nor are students enrolled in a combined MD-PhD program.

Application procedure: Applications must be received by one of two receipt dates: January 17 or April 15 of each year. Applications received after April 15 cannot be considered. Please go to the following website for detailed application procedures:

http://www2.niddk.nih.gov/Funding/TrainingCareerDev/MSRTGuidelines.htm

HHMI-NIH Medical Research Fellows Program at Janelia Farm

HHMI Medical Research Fellows Program is seeking highly talented students with an interest in neuronal networking and/or imaging at the cellular and molecular level for an intense year-long research training experience at the Janelia Farm Research Campus, a world-class biomedical research center in Ashburn, VA. Students should have a proven track-record of research accomplishment and a commitment to a basic research field being pursued by Janelia Farm Investigators. Applicants receiving a fellowship will be matched with a research mentor at Janelia Farm and will live and work on the campus, located in the Washington, D.C. area. Medical, dental, and veterinary students attending schools in the U.S. may apply to either the Medical Research Fellows Program at Janelia Farm or the standard Medical Research Fellows Program.

Financial support includes an annual salary of $28,000, health insurance, furnished on-campus housing, $5,500 allowance for books, conference travel and related courses, roundtrip relocation expense reimbursement (up to $,1500).

**An initial prescreening portion of the application is due by November 1 followed by interviews for selected candidates at Janelia Farm in early December. Applicants progressing after interviews will be matched with a Janelia Farm mentor, develop a research proposal with that mentor, and complete the remainder of the Medical Research Fellows Program application by January 11. Applicants can apply at the Online application in the HHMI Competition system: http://www.hhmi.org/grants/individuals/medical-fellows/year-long/index.html.

HHMI-NIH Medical Research Fellows Program

The Medical Research Fellows Program ("Med Fellows Program") supports a year of full-time biomedical research training for medical, dental, and veterinary students enrolled in schools in the U.S. This includes joint initiatives with the Foundation Fighting Blindness (FFB) for students conducting research in ophthalmology, particularly inherited retinal degenerative diseases, with the GM Trust (GMT) for a student researcher in a field related to Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), with the Society of Interventional Radiology Foundation (SIRF) for a medical student conducting preclinical research in interventional radiology, and the Burroughs Wellcome Foundation (BWF) for veterinary students.

The fellowship research may be conducted at any academic or nonprofit institution in the United States, except the National Institutes of Health. Research may be conducted abroad if the fellow's mentor is affiliated with a U.S. institution.

The application deadline is January 11, 2013 at 2:00pm ET. Detailed application information can be found at the following website:

http://www.hhmi.org/grants/individuals/medfellows.html

Sarnoff Cardiovascular Research Foundation 2013-14 Medical Student Research Fellowship Award

The Sarnoff Fellowship Program offers medical students enrolled in accredited U.S. medical schools the opportunity to spend a year conducting intensive work in a biomedical research laboratory located in the United States. Applicants may have prior research experience. Applications are also encouraged from students without extensive prior research experience. Application due January 9, 2013.

**For more information and applications please visit our website at www.SarnoffFoundation.org

The CDC Experience - A Fellowship in Applied Epidemiology for Medical Students

Do you want an experience that offers an opportunity to enhance your research skills, build leadership potential, and improve your clinical acumen via a population health perspective, all by working on real-life problems?
Then consider applying to The CDC Experience!

The CDC Experience Applied Epidemiology Fellowship is a one-year fellowship tailored for rising 3rd- and 4th-year medical students, designed to increase the pool of physicians with a population health perspective. Eight competitively selected fellows spend 10–12 months at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offices in Atlanta, GA, where they carry out epidemiologic analyses in various areas of public health. Examples of previous and current areas of concentration include viral and bacterial diseases, cardiovascular health, obesity prevention, birth defects, STDs, injury prevention, and air pollution and respiratory health.

**For more information, please visit the fellowship website at www.cdc.gov/CDCExperienceFellowship.

Applications for next year’s fellowship class must be submitted by January 15, 2013. Questions? Ask us at cdcexperience@cdcfoundation.org.

Fogarty International Clinical Research Scholars (FICRS) Program

This program offers a one-year clinical research training experience for doctoral-level U.S. students in the health professions. This is an opportunity for highly motivated individuals to experience mentored clinical research training at one of the 25 top-ranked, NIH-funded research centers in Africa, Asia, South America, and the Caribbean.

This program is administered by the Fogarty International Clinical Research Scholars and Fellows Support Center at Vanderbilt University.

**To learn more, please visit the FICRS website at www.aamc.org/overseasfellowship.

SUMMER PROGRAMS:

American Heart Association Medical Student Research Program

The Medical Student Research Program provides eight-, 10- or 12-week awards (continuous in time) to medical students to carry out cardiovascular-related research in a strong laboratory environment. The intent of the program is to provide medical students who are potentially interested in a research career with an opportunity to explore a research career that is broadly related to the cardiovascular area or stroke. Applicants may propose a preceptor/project at any non-profit research institution within the Western States Affiliate (California, Nevada, Utah).

**For further information please go to the American Heart Association website at http://my.americanheart.org/professional/Research/FundingOpportunities/Funding-Opportunities_UCM_316909_SubHomePage.jsp

HHMI Summer Medical Fellows Program

The HHMI Summer Medical Fellows Program will support up to 20 students working in HHMI laboratories (with HHMI investigators or at the Janelia Farm Research Campus), for a minimum of 8 consecutive weeks (10 weeks preferred). Students must be in good standing at a medical, dental, or veterinary school located in the U.S. Those who are enrolled in a combined professional degree/Ph.D. program or who have already received a one-year award from any year-out research training program are not eligible to apply. The program is primarily aimed at those students who wish to explore the summer research experience with the intent of applying for the year-long program. For further information, including application deadlines and stipend information, please visit: http://www.hhmi.org/grants/individuals/medical-fellows/summer/index.html or e-mail medfellows@hhmi.org.

Medical Student Research Program in Diabetes and Obesity / Diabetes Research Centers

Conducted laboratory-based, clinical, or translational research under the direction of an established scientist in the area of diabetes or obesity. Prior research experience is not required. This opportunity takes place during the summer between the first and second year, or the second and third year of medical school. This opportunity encourages medical students to consider a research career focused on diabetes or obesity. The application deadline for summer 2013 will be available December 1. More information and a list of the NIH-funded Diabetes Centers can be found at http://medicalstudentdiabetesresearch.org/.

APS/SPR - American Pediatric Society and Society for Pediatric Research

The SPR and APS offer a medical student research training program to encourage gifted medical students to consider careers in research related to pediatrics. This program is specifically designed for students seeking a research opportunity at an institution OTHER THAN THEIR OWN MEDICAL SCHOOL.

Students selected to the program are able to choose or are assigned to leading research laboratories/groups. Currently, our Directory of Laboratories/Research Groups lists research opportunities at more than 300 facilities. Each research experience allows the student to spend two to three months at 40 hours per week in a research environment. The program provides students with a stipend of $61.20/day (as of 2012) for a maximum stipend of $5,508.

More detailed information can be found at https://www.aps-spr.org/get-involved/student-research/ .

FAER Medical Student Anesthesia Research Fellowship

FAER created the Medical Student Anesthesia Research Fellowship to encourage talented medical students to consider careers in anesthesiology research and perioperative medicine. The MSARF program offers medical students an 8-week anesthesia-related research experience and the opportunity to present research findings at the American Society of Anesthesiologists Annual Meeting.

Student applications and letters of reference are due by 5:00pm Pacific time on February 1, 2012. Detailed application information can be found at http://faer.org/programs/students/deadlines.html

Betty For Institute

Summer Institute for Medical Students

To inquire about these or other programs cal 800-434-7365, ext 4108 or 760-773-4108 or email to traindept@bettyfordcenter.org. See attached document for detailed information.

The Epidemiology Elective Program for Senior Medical and Veterinary Students

The Epidemiology Elective Program offers approximately 60 senior medical and veterinary students a 6-8 week elective each year that provides them with an introduction to public health, preventive medicine, and the principles of applied epidemiology, all under the mentorship of experienced CDC epidemiologists.

**For more information, please visit the program's website at www.cdc.gov/EpiElective.

The CDC-Hubert Global Health Fellowship

The CDD-Hubert Global Health Fellowship provides an opportunity for third and fourth year medical and veterinary students to gain public health experience in an international setting. Hubert fellows spend six to twelve weeks in a developing country working on a priority health problem in conjunction with CDC staff. Through these experiences, students establish relationships with, and receive training from, recognized experts from CDC and other national and international health agencies. Each year, a limited number of fellows are selected to participate in the program and receive a stipend of $4,000 to cover travel costs.

**For more information, please visit the program's website at www.cdc.gov/HubertFellowship.

The Center for Injury Research and Policy (CIRP) in the Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital

The Center for Injury Research and Policy will host the annual Injury Research Program for medical students during the summer of 2012. The goal of this program is to provide research training to future physician-investigators while introducing them to the field of injury research and prevention.

**For more information please go to the CIRP website at http://www.injurycenter.org or find Program Details at http://injuryresearch.net/summerprogram.aspx

The 2012 Campagna Scholarship in Neurological Surgery; Oregon Health & Science University

This scholarship supports a 10-week summer semester of research under the supervision of a neurosurgical mentor at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) and residence expenses in Portland, Oregon. Students in the first or second year of study at an accredited U.S. medical school are eligible to apply. One scholar will be selected annually.

Campagna scholars will receive $5,000 for support of travel to and living expenses in Portland. Scholars are eligible for up to $2,500 additional award to support travel to a national neurosurgical meeting to represent the results of their research project, under the supervision of their mentor. The OSHU neurosurgical faculty mentor receives up to $2,500 to cover research expenses.

**In crafting their application proposals, applicants are invited to review the clinical and scientific interests of potential research mentors in the OHSU Department of Neurological Surgery: www.ohsu.edu/neurosurgery.

The Scaife Family Foundation, the Institute for Research, Education and Training in Addictions (IRETA)

This Foundation is able to present the Scaife Advanced Medical Student Assistantship program. This program offers students training in the field of Addiction Services incomparable to any they may have encountered in their prior medical school education or residency experience.

**For More information please go the IRETA website: http://www.ireta.org/ireta_main/scaife_program.html

Medical Student Research Program in Diabetes for the summer of 2012

The NIH-funded Diabetes Research Centers invite applications for this program. This program is sponsored by the National Institutes of Health through the NIDDK and allows medical students to conduct research under the direction of an established scientist in the ears of diabetes, hormone action, physiology, islet cell biology, clinical investigation or obesity at an institution with one of 16 NIDDK-funded Diabetes and Endocrinology Research Centers (DERC) or Diabetes Research and Training Centers (DRTC) during the summer between the first and second year or second and third year of medical school.

**Please see our website for more information about the program and for an application. http://medicalstudentdiabetesresearch.org

CHLA/USC Summer Oncology Fellowship Program Children's Hospital Los Angeles and Children's Center for Cancer and Blood Diseases

The Summer Oncology Research Fellowship Program for students in health science fields, which has been sponsored by the CHLA and USC for over 31 years, is once again being offered for the Summer 2012. Fellowships have traditionally been awarded to students from universities and medical schools throughout the United States. This program is intended to provide the highest quality experience for first year medical school students pursuing interests in oncology research. While the program has traditionally been designed for those students who have completed their first year of medical school, highly qualified undergraduates majoring in the health science fields have been considered. Faculty mentors are located both at Children's Hospital Los Angeles and at the USC Keck School of Medicine.

**For more information, please visit us on the web at http://www.chla.org/site/c.ipINKTOAJsG/b.4434829/k.8F5A/Summer_Oncology_Fellowship.htm

Roswell Park Summer Oncology Research Program

This program, sponsored by Roswell Park Cancer Institute, is designed to provide medical and dental students with a research experience in the clinical and/or basic scientific areas. The program is funded by the National Cancer Institute and competitive stipends are planned. In addition, out-of-town students may be provided funding for room expenses.

**For more information on this program please visit our website at www.roswellpark.org

Summer Research Program for Medical Students at The University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas

This program provides interested students with an opportunity to participate in biomedical research experiences related to oncology and to be introduced to the clinical problems presented by cancer patients. Working under the mentorship of M.D. Anderson faculty, the students are able to assess career opportunities for physician scientists in oncology.

**For more information about this program go to the following website at http://www.mdanderson.org/education-and-research/education-and-training/schools-and-programs/summer-science-programs/medical-students-summer-research-program.html

Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center Medical Student Fellowship Program

This eight-week research program is offered to medical students who have a career interest as a physician-scientist in the field of oncology and/or related biomedical sciences. Supported by the National Cancer Institute (NCI), MSKCC Office of Diversity Programs in Clinical Care, Research and Training and MSKCC Brain Tumor Center, the summer fellowship program offers students who have completed their first or second year at an accredited allopathic or osteopathic United States medical school the opportunity to conduct basic laboratory or clinical research mentored by MSKCC faculty.

**For more information please visit our website at www.mskcc.org/summerfellowships

CWRU Heart, Lung & Blood Diversity Internship

The short-term Heart, Lund & Blood diversity research internship program sponsored by the National Institutes of Health at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine for over a decade is once again offered for Summer 2012. These internships have traditionally been offered to undergraduates and medical students underrepresented in biomedical science including African Americans, Latinos, Native Americans, Pacific Islanders, as well as to those with disabilities or who have experienced significant disadvantages.

Students are paid for two months ($3,500) participation with additional pro-rated stipend for longer periods. Start and end dates for the minimum 8 week program approximately May 28-July 27, 2012, but are flexible.

To apply online please go to http://casemed.case.edu/gradprog/summer.cfm before March 1, 2012.

Medical Student Research in Diabetes and Endocrinology

Vanderbilt University School of Medicine invites applications for the Medical Student Research Training Program in Diabetes, Endocrinology, and Metabolic Diseases. This program allows medical students to conduct research under the direction of an established Vanderbilt scientist in the area of diabetes or obesity during the summer between the first and second year or the second and third year of medical school. Prior research experience is not required.

**Please see our website for more information about the program and for an application. www.vanderbiltsrtp.org

Medical Student Summer Research Scholarship - Application Deadline: February 11, 2012

Sponsored by the AAN's Undergraduate Education Subcommittee and an Educational Grant by Teva Neuroscience, the Medical Student Summer Research Scholarship program offers members of the AAN's Student Interest Group in Neurology (SIGN) program a summer stipend of $3,000 to conduct a project in either an institutional, clinical or laboratory setting where there are ongoing programs of research, service or training, or a private practice.

Only applicants from schools with established SIGN chapters are eligible to apply.

The AAN will award up to 20 scholarships to first- or second-year medical students who have a supporting preceptor and a project with clearly defined goals. The project is to be conducted through a U.S. or Canadian institution of the student's choice and jointly designed by the student and sponsoring institution. More than one student from an institution may apply, but only one student will be selected from an institution.

The scholarship program was established to stimulate individuals to pursue careers in neurology in either research or practice settings.

Application Materials:

In order for the application to be considered complete, students should submit:

* Completed application form<http://www.aan.com/globals/axon/assets/4729.pdf>
* 1-2 page project proposal
* 1-2 page Curriculum Vitae
* 2 letters of recommendation: one from the project preceptor and one from the SIGN faculty advisor.
* Completed tax form (W-9<http://www.aan.com/globals/axon/assets/4730.pdf> for U.S. and Statement of Citizenship for Canadian residents)

Eligibility:

* The AAN will award up to twenty $3,000 scholarships to first or second-year AAN medical student members who have a supporting preceptor and a project with clearly defined goals. Third-year AAN medical student members who are on an official summer break will also be considered with accompanying documentation. One graduating medical student from each institution is eligible to receive the award.
* The project is to be conducted through a US or Canadian institution of the student's choice and jointly designed by the student and sponsoring institution. Only applicants from schools with established SIGN chapters are eligible to apply. More than one student from an institution may apply, but only one student will be selected from an institution.
* Applicants must be AAN medical student members at the time of application submission.

Submit material to the address below:

AAN Medical Student Summer Research Scholarship Cheryl Alementi American Academy of Neurology 1080 Montreal Avenue St. Paul, MN 55116

Contact Cheryl Alementi at calementi@aan.com or (651) 695-2737 with questions.

Application Deadline:

The deadline to apply for the Summer Research Scholarship is February 11, 2011. You can view the application information online at http://www.aan.com/go/education/awards

The Arnold P. Gold Foundation Student Summer Fellowships - Application deadline March 1, 2012
The Gold Foundation is accepting applications for the Student Summer Fellowship program. The grant award includes a $3,000 stipend for a 10-week period (schools are encouraged to supplement this amount by up to $600). Projects that do not meet the 10-week requirement will be prorated accordingly.
Medical students may apply for either the Research Fellowship or the Service Fellowship program. Application procedures are attached or can be found on the Foundation website, www.humanism-in-medicine.org (Programs & Grants/ Gold Foundation Programs).
Student Summer Research Fellowship
The Student Summer Research Fellowship grants are awarded for research into community health and cultural competency issues to provide an opportunity for students to work directly with patients and to become more compassionate, relationship-centered physicians. Sample titles from previous research fellowships: “Prevalence of Depression in Adolescent Emergency Department,” “Identifying the Barriers to Pediatric Vaccinations Faced by a Recently Established Hispanic Population,” “Assessing the Service and Educational Impact of Medical Student-Run Health Clinics.” The student is expected to conduct the research under the oversight and supervision of a mentor. A final report is due at the conclusion of the 10 weeks. The first half of the grant funds are sent upon Foundation acceptance of the student's proposal and receipt of a signed grant agreement from the school. The balance is sent upon receipt of the student's final report.
Student Summer Service Fellowships
The Student Summer Service Fellowship is intended to provide students an opportunity to design and implement a service project addressing a public health need in an under served community or population. The Foundation's goal is to provide an opportunity for students to work directly with patients and to become more compassionate, relationship-centered physicians.
Sample projects include providing breast screenings at homeless shelters, creating an educational video for elderly patients on safety issues, and carrying out AIDS/HIV education among recent Chinese immigrants. The student is expected to conduct the service project under the oversight and supervision of a mentor. A final report is due at the conclusion of the 10 weeks. The first half of the grant funds are sent upon Foundation acceptance of the student's proposal and receipt of a signed grant agreement from the school. The balance is sent upon receipt of the student's final report.
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Ann Bruder
Director of Programs
The Arnold P. Gold Foundation
619 Palisade Ave., Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632
Tel: 201-567-7999 x19
www.humanism-in-medicine.org

Summer Student Scholar Program of the Collaborative Biomedical Research Program of Baystate Medical Center, the Western Campus of Tufts University School of Medicine, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst

This program has sponsored summer research opportunities for students for over 11 years. First-year medical students are eligible to apply now for the summer between their first and second years of medical school.

This program offers students the opportunity to participate in medical research that is part of a larger project but with a research experience that is designed for the student under the direction and mentorship of a full-time faculty member of Tufts University School of Medicine or the University of Massachusetts Amherst. A wide variety of research experiences are available including basic laboratory research, clinical and translational research, public health research, and behavioral health research.

This program runs from approximately the end of May 2012 to the first week of August 2012. Students receive a $3,500 stipend and free housing is available on a limited basis. Students also participate in a seminar series on research methodologies, and have opportunities to present their research hypotheses and specific aims to groups of students, faculty and mentors.

More information regarding the Summer Student Scholar Program is available on the website at http://www.baystatehealth.com/cbr/SummerScholar.html. Interested students can also contact Aryn Breveleri (aryn.breveleri@baystatehealth.org or 413-794-1117) for more information.

Medical Student Clerkship in Women's Health (Summer)

The Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology of the Greenville Hospital System University Medical Center is proud to announce the availability of two (2) positions in a Summer Medical Student Clerkship in Women’s Health Research. The objective of this clerkship is to provide the student with an introduction to the design and conduct of clinical and/or basic science research in women’s health, and an opportunity to participate in all phases of study conduct.

1. Program Features:

Available June 2012 for 8 weeks; $2,800 stipend; Free Housing (subject to availability); Opportunity to select from 27 faculty mentors; Free copy of EndNote

2. Program Eligibility:

Applicants should have successfully completed the MS-1 year and be in good academic standing

3. Application Process:

Interested applicants should submit a curriculum vitae and a one page or less description of either past or future academic interests. Applications should be submitted via email to Director of Research at lhigdon@ghs.org. Application Deadline is March 4, 2011.

4. Clerkship Activities:

At the initiation of the clerkship, each student will have the opportunity to meet with faculty within the department in order to establish a mentoring relationship. The student will then have the opportunity to either formulate his or her own research topic, or select a topic already identified by the faculty mentor. The student will be provided with mentored learning in research methodology and study design relevant to the selected research topic. The student will then participate in various aspects of study design and conduct including: protocol writing, patient screening and enrollment, case report form completion, and data tabulation. At the conclusion of the clerkship, each student will be given the opportunity to give a summative oral presentation of his/her research activities to the departmental faculty and staff. It is expected that all research activity will lead to presentation at a regional or national scientific meeting and a publication in a peer-reviewed journal.

5. About the Department:

The Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology of GHS Medical Center is composed of 27 physicians and scientists representing both general and sub-specialty disciplines, including Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility, and Gynecology. Our department provides comprehensive women’s healthcare services to the Upstate of South Carolina, supports an ACGME accredited residency in Ob-Gyn and serves as a clinical campus of the University of South Carolina School of Medicine. Our faculty is engaged in a wide range of research activities including basic science, clinical and educational research topics. Research within the department is facilitated through trained research nursing staff, a large basic science laboratory, strong administrative support and access to a comprehensive health science library.

For more information, contact:
H. Lee Higdon III, PhD
Director of Research
Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
GHS University Medical Center
864-455-1568
lhigdon@ghs.org

Refugee Health Program-Summer Intern Position

Maternal and Child Health

International Rescue Committee
231 E 400 S Ste 50, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Tel 801.328.1091; Fax 801.328.1904
www.theIRC.org

BACKGROUND:
The International Rescue Committee is the leading nonsectarian, voluntary organization providing relief, protection and resettlement services for refugees and victims of oppression or violent conflict. The IRC is committed to freedom, human dignity, and self-reliance. This commitment is reflected in well-planned resettlement assistance, global emergency relief, rehabilitation, and advocacy for refugees. Founded in 1933, the IRC is a global leader in emergency relief, rehabilitation, protection of human rights, post-conflict development, resettlement services and advocacy for those uprooted or affected by conflict and oppression. The resettlement office in Salt Lake City, Utah provides services to approximately 400 such refugees.

SCOPE OF WORK:
IRC-SLC provides women and children with access to culturally and linguistically appropriate medical services; assists pregnant women with pre-natal and postpartum care; ensures well child checks are scheduled; and assists families with access to WIC.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
   Create and implement needs assessment addressing access and the benefits of the WIC program.
   Create and help implement series of health classes for mothers
   Educate women how to properly use WIC vouchers and ensure benefits are used correctly
   Assist in scheduling pre-natal, postpartum, and WCC appointments.

POSISTION LOGISTICS:
Length of Service: 10 weeks
Compensation: This an unpaid internship
Hours: minimum of 10 hours per week
Supervisor: Amelia Self, Program Manager, Health

Senior Wellness Summer Internship; International Rescue Committee

International Rescue Committee
231 E 400 S Ste 50, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Tel 801.328.1091; Fax 801.328.1904
www.rescue.org

SCOPE OF WORK:
IRC-SLC provides newly arrived refugees with services that allow them to access and manage their healthcare. These services include scheduling medical appointments, arranging for interpreters and transportation to appointments, discussing health needs/issues with clients, conducting a monthly cultural orientation and providing health education opportunities. Specifically the IRC provides access, education, and coordination in the areas of: Preventative Health, Nutrition, Maternal and Child Health, Mental Health, LTBI, and HIV/Sexual Health.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Provide opportunities to support refugee senior’s integration into community
• Facilitate weekly wellness activities to get seniors active and moving
• Assess refugee seniors interest and identify to new community partners able to provide those services in a culturally sensitive manner
• Other functions as needed

REQUIREMENTS:
• Background in public health, social work, and/or health promotions OR other related fields
• Experience working with refuges/diverse populations
• Motivated, flexible and ability to work independently
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and work as a team member in a cross-cultural environment
• Must be able to prioritize and manage time effectively

POSITION LOGISTICS:
• Length of Service: 10 weeks
• Compensation: This an unpaid internship
• Hours: 10 hours a week, late afternoons and evening preferred
• Supervisor: Ashley Nguyen, Program Coordinator (Health)

Refugee HIV/Sexual Health Internship

International Rescue Committee

231 E 400 S Ste 50, Salt Lake City, UT 84111

Tel 801.328.1091; Fax 801.328.1904

www.theIRC.org

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Deliver home and group-based HIV and health education
Assist in creating and implementing youth-focused HIV and Life Skills curriculum
Assist with HIV/sexual health needs assessments
Compile and analyze data
Program evaluation
Other as assigned and/or determined

REQUIREMENTS:
Background in public health, social work, and/or health promotions OR other related fields
Experience working with refuges/diverse populations
Motivated, flexible and able to work independently
Strong computer skill with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
Demonstrated ability to communicate and work as a team member in a cross-cultural environment
Must be able to prioritize and manage time effectively
POSISTION LOGISTICS:
Length of Service: 10 weeks
Compensation: This an unpaid internship
Hours: minimum of 10 hours per week
Supervisor: Amelia Self, Program Manager, Health

General Refugee Health Internship

International Rescue Committee

231 E 400 S Ste 50, Salt Lake City, UT 84111

Tel 801.328.1091; Fax 801.328.1904

www.rescue.org

SCOPE OF WORK:
IRC-SLC provides newly arrived refugees with services that allow them to access and managing their healthcare. These services include scheduling medical appointments, arranging for interpreters and transportation to appointments, discussing health needs/issues with clients, conducting a monthly cultural orientation and providing health education opportunities. Specifically the IRC provides access, education, and coordination in the areas of: Preventative Health, Nutrition, Maternal and Child Health, Mental Health, LTBI, and HIV/Sexual Health.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Assist with Adult Refugee Immunization Project
Provide assistance in medical scheduling and coordination
Research and identify community resources
Update Provider Guide
Other as assigned and/or determined

REQUIREMENTS:
Background in public health, social work, and/or health promotions OR other related fields
Experience working with refuges/diverse populations
Motivated, flexible and ability to work independently
Strong computer skill with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook
Demonstrated ability to communicate and work as a team member in a cross-cultural environment
Must be able to prioritize and manage time effectively
POSISTION LOGISTICS:
Length of Service: 10 weeks
Compensation: This an unpaid internship
Hours: minimum of 10 hours per week
Supervisor: Amelia Self, Program Manager, Health

Pediatric Oncology Education (POE) Program @ St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

We invite your best students to apply for our NIH/NCI-funded (5 R25CA023944-29) Pediatric Oncology Education (POE) Program <http://www.stjude.org/poe>. The program offers a unique opportunity for pre-doctoral students preparing for careers in the biomedical sciences, medicine, and pharmacy to gain biomedical and oncology research experience. Students participate in basic or clinical oncology research, research and clinical conferences, and a core lecture series designed specifically for them. All participants make a PowerPoint presentation on their research project and submit a report on their research project written in the style of a journal in which their faculty mentor publishes.

A primary goal of the POE program is to encourage students to pursue a career in cancer research. Thus, we are particularly interested in highly qualified students with a serious career interest in cancer research, either as a clinical scientist or laboratory-based research scientist.

All must have completed at least their college sophomore year by the time they participate. Prior research experience is required for all applicants. Medical students spend a minimum of 9 weeks in the program. The minimum tenure requirement for all others is 11 weeks (10 weeks for returning students). All POE applicants must have an undergraduate GPA of at least 3.40 (on a 4.0 scale) in math and science (biology, chemistry, and physics) and at least a 3.40 overall. The remuneration is $4,000. Fully furnished group housing adjacent to our campus is provided at no cost for non- local students

The POE home page <http://www.stjude.org/poe> contains links to the program application, which must be submitted online. The deadline for receipt of all 2013 application materials is February 1, 2013. Early application is highly recommended. Letters of recommendation sent as PDF attachments to email are requested.. Members of under-represented ethnic minority groups and women are particularly encouraged to apply, since one of our major long-term program goals is to increase the diversity of persons engaged in oncology research and practice. Our NIH/NCI-funded (2 P30CA021765-34S1) Continuing Umbrella of Research Experiences (CURE) grant provides remuneration for additional undergraduate under-represented minority POE Program participants

Suzanne Gronemeyer, PhD
Director, Pediatric Oncology Education (POE) Program
Associate Director, Academic Programs
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
262 Danny Thomas Place
Memphis, TN 38105-3678

suzanne.gronemeyer@stjude.org
http://www.stjude.org/poe
http://www.stjude.org/Gronemeyer
901-595-2488 Phone
901-595-3292 FAX

SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS AND RESEARCH AWARDS:

Kaiser Permanente and Northern California Residency Programs Medical Student Scholarships

At Kaiser Permanente one of our core values is to improve the health of our community as well as the health of our members. We are proud of Kaiser Permanente's social mission, research, and leadership efforts in helping communities thrive. As part of this mission, we recognize the potential of future physicians and their contributions by offering up to ten $5000 scholarship to medical students selected for their commitment to and achievement in at least one of two areas: Community Involvement & Leadership and Population Based Research.

**For more information please visit the website at http://residency.kp.org/ncal

William B. Bean Student Research Award

The American Osler Society proudly supports research by medical student in medical history and medical humanities.

**For more information please visit their website at www.americanosler.org