Dr. Jennifer Kwan in the UIC College of Medicine is looking for 2 dedicated volunteer students who are interested in contributing to their research projects* for the 2014-2015 academic year. The student can help with carrying out experiments with the possibility of being included in publications that come of this work and they may be able to apply the work toward their capstone project.
*Our research investigates the role of the microbiome in lung, cardiovascular and kidney disease.
We will be teaching the student lab techniques that they will need to help carry out some of this work. I would also be happy to offer any guidance and mentorship regarding applying to medical school and combined MD/PhD programs for the student who is interested.
Requested commitment for the semester:
3-4 times/week, 3-4 hrs (flexible, depending on student schedule)
Student role and contribution: Help perform experiments, discuss experimental design and science concepts.
Previous Lab experience preferred
Projects: Microbiome miRNAs in lung, cardiovascular and kidney disease
Department of Medicine
Lab PI: Patricia Finn and David Perkins
Lab Location: College of Medicine Research Building (COMRB) 909 S Wolcott Ave
The position can begin as early as this June 2014. Interviews start week of June 2, 2014. Interested students and students with questions can contact Dr. Kwan:
Jennifer M. Kwan, MD PhD
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
University of Illinois, Chicago
Department of Medicine
Tomorrow's Physician Mentors Program
College of Medicine
jkwan3@uic.edu
