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  • Undergraduate Hourly Research / Scientific Aide Position in Public Health

    May 13, 2014 4:30 pm237 views

    Project Description

    Julie Darnell, PhD, MHSA, Assistant Professor in the School of Public Health, is seeking to hire a Research/Scientific Aide to work on a grant funded by the GE Foundation to conduct a national survey of free and charitable clinics.  Free and charitable clinics are nonprofit organizations that provide a range of healthcare services to mostly uninsured persons at little or no cost. They are financially supported largely by private donors and rely on volunteers to deliver care. The Research/Scientific Aide will assist in developing a census of free/charitable clinics operating in the United States. The RA also will carry out administrative duties related to the administration of a national survey planned for 2015.

    Responsibilities include:

    • Collecting information about free/charitable clinics from various sources, including web sites, national/state free clinic associations, and other stakeholders serving the uninsured and underserved;
    • Contacting free/charitable clinics around the county (by phone and email) to collect and/or verify contact information for an upcoming mail survey;
    • Confirming free clinics’ contact information through various modes of communication, including phone, email, and mail;
    • Entering information into a standardized form;
    • Generating a contact list of clinics in Excel;
    • Preparing mailing labels;
    • Using Word mail merge function to generate cover letters; and
    • Assembling mail correspondence.

     Click on the post to learn more.

  • Undergraduate Computer Programming Opportunity in Dr. Raney's Language Research Lab

    Aug 19, 2014 1:00 pm55 views

    One component of Dr. Raney's research program on language processing involves measuring people’s eye movements as they read. I am looking for students who have well-developed programming skills to help me write programs to analyze the eye movement data. Preference will be given to individuals who can program in common languages such as Basic and C (or a derivative such as C++), or are skilled with Excel macros. You need to be available at least 6 hours per week (daytime hours). You may participate for credit (e.g., for your Honors activity) or volunteer, and you need to be available at least 6 hours per week (daytime hours). The work could lead to a capstone project. This is not a paid position. Working in a research lab is a great way to gain experience and skills that enhance your opportunity to attend graduate school.

    Contact information.

    If you are interested in working in Dr. Raney’s language lab, please contact me via email at geraney@uic.edu. More information about my research is available on my web site (www.uic.edu/~geraney). You can download an application from Dr. Raney’s web site (www.uic.edu/~geraney/helpwanted.htm) or send an application via the UIC Undergraduate Research Experience web site (http://www.uic.edu/uic/research/undergraduate/index.shtml). 

  • Undergrad Research Opportunities Info Session

    Jan 20, 2016 9:45 am114 views

    Would you like to do undergraduate research this summer? No matter what your field of study, there are options!

    There are opportunities to conduct research in a variety of different fields both here at UIC and in locations around the country and around the world over the summer. Join us to learn more about undergraduate research opportunities

    When: Thursday, January 21
    When: 12-1:30

    Where: UH 850

    Staff from the Office of Special Scholarship Programs and the Office of Undergraduate Research will talk about research opportunities and how to apply for them. Questions? Contact ssp@uic.edu

  • UIC Summer Research Opportunities Program, Due Mon. 2/3

    Feb 3, 2014 5:45 pm120 views

    UIC Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP) - sophomores and juniors from historically underrepresented ethnic minority groups who have a 2.75 GPA or above; provides stipend to perform research with UIC faculty one-on-one - Deadline: February 3, 2014 - website: http://grad.uic.edu/cms/?pid=1000319 

  • UIC Summer Research Opportunities Program, Apply by Fri. 2/6

    Jan 26, 2015 4:45 pm103 views

    UIC Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP) - sophomores and juniors from historically underrepresented ethnic minority groups who have a 2.75 GPA or above; provides stipend to perform research with UIC faculty one-on-one - Deadline: February 6 - website: http://grad.uic.edu/summer-research-opportunities-program-undergraduates 

  • UIC STEM Initiatives: Research-focused STEM Week – Oct 22-26

    Oct 23, 2018 2:30 pm25 views

  • UIC's Summer Research Opportunities Program – Application Deadline: Feb 2

    Jan 18, 2018 2:00 pm357 views

  • UIC's Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Research Journal (IURJ) – Accepting Submissions

    Jun 6, 2018 3:30 pm94 views

  • UIC Portal to Biomedical Research Careers PREP (Postbaccalaureate Research Education Program) – Application Deadline: March 31

    Mar 13, 2018 1:15 pm219 views

  • UIC Pharmacology Volunteer Opportunity

    May 22, 2019 3:00 pm114 views
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    UIC Impact & Research Week 2021 – Registration Closes 5pm Friday!

    Mar 17, 2021 3:45 pm59 views

  • UIC Health Professions Navigator Program: Research Training and Career Development and/or GRE/MCAT/DAT Prep Programs, Apply by 2/3 and 3/13

    Jan 20, 2017 11:45 am310 views

    The University of Illinois at Chicago Health Professions Navigator Program (UIC-HPN) is now accepting applications for two summer programs:

    1) The Research Training and Career Development Program (RTCP), a program intended for highly motivated undergraduate and graduate students from disadvantaged backgrounds. RTCP will help familiarize students with research and practice opportunities by pairing them with a mentor, or placing them in a practice site. 

    If you are an undergraduate or graduate student (from any college or university), and have an interest in pursuing a career within the health professions, you are eligible to apply! RTCP is 8 weeks long and concludes with an end of program poster presentation that family and friends are welcome to attend to learn more about your summer work! For more details on the RTCP, eligibility, program dates, or to apply, please click the link below or view the attached flyer. 

    2) GRE/MCAT/DAT Prep Program (GMDP): GMDP is designed to prepare students from disadvantaged backgrounds to be competitive applicants for graduate or professional school. In addition to a test preparation course for the GRE, MCAT, or DAT exams, participants will engage in a series of workshops that are designed to help them through the admissions process for graduate or professional school.  Juniors and seniors in college (from any college or university) – or even recent grads – who are interested in a health professions career are eligible to apply! GMDP is free of charge for accepted participants. 

     

    For more details on either program, eligibility, program dates, or to apply, please view the attached flyer or click the link below:

    http://publichealth.uic.edu/diversity-and-inclusion/health-professions-navigator

    Please note that this is not a residential program. If accepted into the program, you will be responsible for your own housing.

  • UIC College of Pharmacy Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship – Extended Deadline: Feb 1

    Jan 24, 2019 2:30 pm105 views

  • UIC College of Pharmacy Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship

    Jan 20, 2017 8:15 am96 views

    The College of Pharmacy at UIC invites undergraduate students to apply for the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) Program. The objective of this program is to introduce undergraduate students to biomedical research in order to heighten interest in science as a career and increase the number of young scientists entering the biomedical research disciplines.

    The SURF program is located on UIC’s West Campus, in the center of the Illinois Medical District--one of the largest concentrations of advanced health care facilities in the nations-- and just minutes from downtown Chicago. Our location gives us convenient access to a diverse range of cutting-edge research, collaborators and patient populations.

    The SURF Program is funded by an institutional award from the American Society for Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics (ASPET).

    Program Dates:

    The SURF program runs for 10 weeks, starting on Thursday, June 1, 2017 and ending on Wednesday, August 9, 2017.

    SURF Program Description:

    ASPET-sponsored SURF program is for undergraduate students interested in biomedical research.  Students will work on independent research projects in the laboratories of their faculty mentors.  Before beginning work, students will attend relevant laboratory safety training.  In addition to individual mentoring, the program offers number of enrichment activities:  research seminars, advanced research instrumentation workshops, career day at a local pharmaceutical company, instructions on how to prepare a scientific presentation, practice talks and a mini-symposium where all the participants present their research projects in front of the College audience.  SURF participants will receive compensation of $3,000 for the 10 week period.

    The 2017 Application Cycle is now open. Please read the application instructions carefully and apply by February 1, 2017.

    Eligibility Requirements:

    Sophomores or juniors majoring in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, or related field. GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Students should have a strong desire to pursue an advanced degree (PhD or PharmD/PhD) and must be available for the full 10 weeks of the program. The program is open to all US Citizens and Permanent Residents. Undergraduate students from groups underrepresented in health-related sciences, i.e. individuals from ethnic or racial groups (African American, Hispanic American, Native American, Alaskan and Hawaiian Natives); individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds, and individuals with physical or mental disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

    Application Components and Process:

    Application form. Download the form and instructions. Personal statement Transcripts (unofficial are acceptable) 2 letters of recommendations

    Submit completed application form, personal statement, and transcripts as a SINGLE PDF file by e-mail to surf@uic.edu by February 1, 2017.

    Request that your letters of references are e-mailed to surf@uic.edu by February 1, 2017.

    Notification:

    All effort will be made to notify applicants no later than April 14, 2017 regarding their status. Applicants chosen to participate in the 2017 SURF program will be sent an offer letter via e-mail.

    Contact Information:

    Please contact us by e-mail to surf@uic.edu.

  • UIC College of Medicine Urban Health Program - Summer Research Fellowship, Due Mon. 3/10

    Mar 7, 2014 1:45 pm159 views

    College of Medicine Urban Health Program / Center for Clinical and Translational Science Summer Research Fellowship 

    The COM UHP / CCTS Summer Research Fellowship is an 8-week program supporting highly motivated health science graduate and professional students, undergraduates, and high school scholars interested in pursuing research careers aimed at improving health – ranging from the study of animal models of disease, to the development of treatment interventions, to the analysis of policy implications related to prevention and treatment.  The primary aim of this program is to train and prepare young scientists to become future leaders in addressing health equity issues through the broad realm of clinical and translational research and community engaged research.

    The program includes:

    •    8-week summer research experience under the mentorship of a UIC researcher/team
    •    3 ½ days of intensive training and certification in clinical and translational research
    •    Weekly “lunch and learn” journal club
    •    End of program poster and oral presentation on the student’s project
    •    Ongoing participation in research education opportunities on campus and online 
    •    Optional longitudinal mentorship and professional development


    Click on the post to learn more.

  • UIC Cancer Center Research Fellowship for Students with Disabilities – Application Deadline: May 17

    May 7, 2019 3:15 pm64 views

  • Two Prospective Capstone Projects in Psychology

    Jun 27, 2014 4:30 pm213 views

    Dr. Cervone (dcervone@uic.edu) in the Department of Psychology has two opportunities that would be a good context for senior capstone projects. Please use the contact information at the end of this message. Serious inquiries only.

    Iconic memory: 
    This is a project that would make sense for someone interested in basic research in psychology; it's a laboratory study on a long-standing classic finding that recently has taken an interesting twist.  Everybody learns in intro psychology that humans have visual sensory memory, or iconic memory.  Somebody recently discovered that features of this memory vary depending on whether the stimulus materials are threatening or not.  This means that emotional significance is, somehow, playing a role in information processing all the way down to iconic memory.  A graduate student affiliated with the project has programmed a study that follows up on this interesting finding. She is just starting to run the study, and in all likelihood it will continue, and maybe take some additional novel turns, in the next academic year.  Someone participating in this project would have a very active role in running  participants and taking part in data analysis. 

    STEM education: 
    If anyone were interested in psychology and educational processes, and especially in the challenges surrounding the participation of women and minorities in science and engineering education, they might be interested in the second project.  Dr. Cervone will be taking part in a study of students' perceptions of the educational environment within STEM education, and of their personal abilities to cope with challenges in this setting.  This could be a highly involving capstone project, since there would be quite a lot of direct contact, in-depth, with the students who will be in the study (much more than a simple questionnaire). 

    It would be helpful for an interested student to be available for an informational interview to get a sense of what the projects are like.  Any interested person could contact Dr. Cervone and Kendal Wong <km.epng1213@gmail.com> for the memory project or Dr. Cervone and Lara Mercurio who is working on the STEM project <lara.mercurio@gmail.com> 

    Serious inquiries only! It would be beneficial to include a CV, research resume, relevant course list or statement of interest in your email introducing yourself and your intentions.

  • TOMORROW - Join us for the Fall 2020 Research Symposium & UIC Impact Day!

    Nov 18, 2020 3:45 pm33 views

  • TODAY & TOMORROW! Join Us for UIC Impact & Research Week 2021 as an Audience Member!

    Apr 7, 2021 4:00 pm12 views

  • TODAY! Join Us for UIC Impact & Research Week 2021 as an Audience Member!

    Apr 5, 2021 4:00 pm12 views

  • The Women’s Mental Health Research Program Seeks Undergraduate Research Assistants

    Jul 23, 2019 3:15 pm611 views

  • The University of Chicago's HBCU and HSI Bridge Scholarship Program – Application Deadline: April 16

    Apr 5, 2018 1:15 pm616 views

  • The Research Symposium & UIC Impact Day Program is now Live!

    Nov 11, 2020 4:00 pm27 views

  • The Phan Lab is Looking for Undergraduate Research Assistants

    Nov 13, 2018 1:30 pm179 views

  • The Gorka Lab is Seeking Undergraduate Volunteers

    Aug 8, 2018 3:15 pm256 views

  • The Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology Seeks Undergraduate Research Assistants

    Nov 13, 2018 1:45 pm163 views

  • The Cognition of Second Language Acquisition Lab Seeks Undergraduate Research Assistants

    Apr 23, 2019 1:30 pm122 views

  • The Cognition of Second Language Acquisition Lab Seeks Undergraduate Research Assistants

    Apr 24, 2018 2:15 pm114 views

  • The Cognition of Second Language Acquisition Lab: Research Assistant Position Available

    Nov 23, 2016 8:30 am169 views

    The Cognition of Second Language Acquisition lab (https://lcsl.uic.edu/hispanic-italian/research-groups/cognition-of-second-language-acquisition-laboratory), under the direction of Dr. Kara Morgan-Short, is looking for undergraduate research assistants for the upcoming academic semester (Spring 2017) and beyond. The lab uses brain-based (electrophysiology) and behavioral techniques to understand how the humans process native and second languages. Specific topics we have studied include (a) the effects of implicit, immersion-like versus explicit, classroom-like training on second language development and processing, (b) the processing of different aspects of language in native speakers, adult language learners and heritage speakers, and (c) the relationships between individual differences in cognitive abilities and second language acquisition.

    In addition to participating in all aspects of research, RAs will attend lab meetings (Friday mornings 9-11 am), read up to one primary research article per week, and assist in some administrative tasks.

    We are looking for undergraduates (preferably sophomores or juniors) who are majoring in Psychology, Spanish, Neuroscience or a related field, who are interested in linguistics, second language acquisition, and/or the neurocognitive bases of language acquisition and processing. The ideal undergraduate RA is intelligent, reliable, motivated, and eager to learn! Prior experience in a lab is not necessary. Preference is for RAs who can work in the lab 9 hours per week, who can participate in the lab for at least two semesters, and who have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

    Working in the lab is challenging, fun, and a great way to learn firsthand how research is conducted. Course credit for SPAN 399 or PSCH 396 is available (if prerequisites have been met), and working as an RA can also fulfill the Honors College activity requirement.

    If you are interested in this opportunity, please complete the application form available here, and send an email to Professor Kara Morgan-Short (karams@uic.edu) to let her know that you are interested in becoming a CogSLA undergraduate research assistant.

    We hope to hear from you soon!

    ~ The Cognition of Second Language Acquisition lab team

  • The Chancellor’s Undergraduate Research Award Applications are Open!

    Dec 21, 2020 3:30 pm33 views

  • The Center for Decision Research (CDR) at University of Chicago Booth School is hiring paid research assistants

    Jan 4, 2022 11:45 am802 views

  • The Binaural Hearing Lab Seeks Research Assistants

    Jan 9, 2019 2:00 pm192 views

  • The Berkeley Prize for Undergraduate Essays in German Studies, Due March 13, 2015

    Mar 4, 2015 9:30 pm32 views
    The Berkeley Undergraduate Essay Prize is awarded annually by the Department of German for outstanding unpublished papers written during the previous calendar year by undergraduate students enrolled at a North American university/college. Thus the 2015 prize will consider papers written during 2014 on a broad range of topics in German studies. The winning essays carry a cash award of $500 each and will be considered for publication in the department’s electronic journal TRANSIT.
     
    Essays for submission may be written in German or in English; one submission per student. They should be double-spaced, between 3000 and 5000 words in length (including notes and references), and without the student’s name on the paper, since the Awards Committee reads the essays anonymously. A separate cover sheet with the student’s name, major, year of study, title of the paper, address, phone number, e-address, and plans for graduate school (if applicable) should accompany the essay. The essay may be submitted in hard copy or electronically.  The paper has to have been written in the 16 months prior to the essay deadline.  The submission deadline is March 13, 2015; winners announced May 1.
     
     
    Send submissions by March 13, 2015 

  • The Berkeley Prize for Undergraduate Essays in German Studies, Due 2/15/14

    Feb 5, 2014 5:30 am0 views
    The Berkeley Undergraduate Essay Prize is awarded annually by the Department of German for outstanding unpublished papers written during the previous calendar year by undergraduate students enrolled at a North American university/college. Thus the 2014 prize will consider papers written during 2013 on a broad range of topics in German studies. The winning essays carry a cash award of $500 each and will be considered for publication in the department’s electronic journal TRANSIT (http://german.berkeley.edu/transit).
     
    The submission deadline is February 15, 2014.  Click on the post to learn more.

  • Technology and Research Online Workshops for Nurses, Wed. 8/6

    Aug 5, 2014 4:45 pm14 views

    Second installment of an annual series of online workshops for nursing professionals, faculty, students, and staff on August 6.

    Workshop topics include EndNote vs RefWorks, Videos at UIC, Mobile Point-of-Care, National Library of Medicine Mobile Resources, What is Box?, What are Google Docs/Tools?, Keeping Current, Library 101, CINAHL/PubMed and How to Find Full Text, Web of Science vs Scopus, Finding Tests and Measurements, Using Qualtrics for Research, Going beyond Google, and Data Management.


    Register at http://goo.gl/OyqCDS

    Questions?  Contact nursingliaison@uic.edu or 815-395-5658.

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    Technology and Engineering Students Looking for PAID Research Opportunities

    May 18, 2022 10:45 am383 views
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    Synthetic Biology Research Experience for Undergraduates (SynBREU) - Application Deadline Feb. 18th

    Feb 7, 2022 1:15 pm199 views

  • Summer Volunteer Opportunity at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

    Apr 5, 2018 1:30 pm300 views

  • Summer Undergraduate Research (SURF) at Purdue University is now open! (Apply by 1/15)

    Jan 13, 2021 1:15 pm70 views

  • Summer Undergraduate Research - Rockies Pika Project, Due 4/25

    Mar 30, 2014 9:45 pm115 views

    Position:  Undergraduate researcher - Rockies Pika Project

    Dates:  Early June – Mid August 2014

    Compensation:  $4,300.00 stipend plus free food and lodging

    Location:  Niwot Ridge Long-Term Ecological Research Site and CU Mountain Research Station

    Application deadline:  April 25, 2014

    Description:  Study effects of climate on the behavior, physiology and survival of the American pika, high in the Rockies at the Niwot Ridge Long-Term Ecological Research Site. This position involves extensive field work, some self-directed, while living at the University of Colorado’s Mountain Research Station (MRS) located 40 minutes west of Boulder, CO. Food and lodging at the MRS are provided free of charge, in addition to a stipend of $4300 for the 10-week program.

    Click on the post for more information.

  • Summer Undergraduate Research Program on Health Disparities (SURPHD) – Application Deadline: Feb 8

    Jan 24, 2019 2:15 pm243 views

  • Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) in UIC College of Pharmacy

    Jan 13, 2016 3:00 pm438 views

    The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) in the College of Pharmacy, funded by American Society for Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics, aims to introduce undergraduate students to research in biomedical sciences.  We are inviting applications from domestic sophomores and juniors majoring in biology, chemistry, biochemistry or related field. Application deadline is February 1, 2016.

    Detailed information can be found on the website: go.uic.edu/surf 

    For any questions about the program, please e-mail: surf@uic.edu

    Program Dates and Structure:

    The program runs for 10 weeks between June 1, 2016 and August 9, 2016. In addition to working on independent research projects in the laboratories of faculty mentors, SURF fellows will participate in workshops on advanced scientific techniques and instrumentation, scientific presentations, a career day at a local pharmaceutical company, research seminars and final symposium where they formally present their summer projects.

    Eligibility:

    Sophomores and juniors majoring in biology, chemistry, biochemistry or related field with GPA of 3.0 or better who are US citizens or permanent residents and have an interest in pursuing graduate studies.

    Mentors:

    ASPET members in the College of Pharmacy are eligible to serve as mentors.

    Compensation:

    SURF fellows will receive $3,000 for the summer.  Housing and travel cost is not covered by the program.

    Application Deadline:

    Deadline to apply is February 1, 2016. Form and instructions are located at go.uic.edu/SURF Please feel free to contact us with any questions by e-mail at surf@uic.edu

  • Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship in the College of Pharmacy, Apply by Mon. 3/2

    Feb 25, 2015 3:00 pm150 views

    The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) in the College of Pharmacy, funded by American Society for Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics, aims to introduce undergraduate students to research in biomedical sciences.  We are inviting applications from domestic sophomores and juniors majoring in biology, chemistry, biochemistry or related field. Application deadline is March 2, 2015.  Detailed information can be found on the website: go.uic.edu/surf  Promotional flyer is attached. For any questions about the program, please e-mail: surf@uic.edu

  • Summer undergraduate intern opportunity for students in STEM fields

    May 1, 2015 5:15 pm339 views

    There is an undergraduate internship opportunity in Dr. Krishna Reddy's laboratory this upcoming summer.  We are looking for highly motivated undergraduate students in STEM fields to assist us with ongoing NSF-funded research relating to biochar-amended soils as alternative landfill covers for enhanced methane mitigation. Duties would include: assisting with basic soil characterization and geotechnical testing; assistance with DNA extractions from soil; assistance with basic lab maintenance and sample preparation; data entry, and other miscellaneous tasks as needed.

    Duration of the internship will be from mid-May to mid-August at 20-40 hours per week.  The student will be compensated at the standard hourly rate for undergrads in the CME Dept. (~$10/hr). 

    To apply, send a resume to Erin Yargicoglu at eyargi2@uic.edu by Monday, May 4th.  Questions can also be directed to Erin.

  • Summer STAR Research Program for Summer 2017, Application Due Feb. 3 2017

    Jan 11, 2017 10:15 am140 views

    Summer STAR(Student training and Research)

    -Choose area of research that interests you

    -spend 9-weeks conducting biomedical research May 22, 2017- July 21, 2017

    -Attend exciting, interactive and informative workshops

    - present a scietific poster showcasing your work

    -Network and connect 

    -enjoy social events and fun activities

    - $4,500 stipend, $1,000 on-campus housing allotment and more

    Contact STAR@augusta.edu

    apply at http://www.augusta.edu/gradstudies/star/

    Deadline Februrary 3, 2017

  • Summer Research Volunteer Position in Psychology and Neuroscience

    May 15, 2014 9:15 am238 views

    Dr. Eric Leshikar in the Department of Psychology is currently looking for someone interested in gaining Psychology (or Neuroscience) related research this summer (2014) on a volunteer basis. The research in his lab is focused on facilitating memory in healthy older adult populations. They recruit healthy older adults as well as younger adults to participate in memory experiments in the lab.  The minimum time commitment is 10 hours per week.  Responsibilities will include many aspects of research from experimental design to data collection and analysis.  If you are interested, please e-mail Dr. Leshikar at Leshikar@uic.edu.

  • Summer research opportunity with UICentre Drug Discovery Initiative

    May 9, 2014 9:45 am264 views

    UICentre is the campus wide drug discovery initiative at UIC that coordinates teams of collaborating scientists across campus. We are looking for motivated undergraduates to work in our labs over the summer.  Projects span numerous diseases including cancer, pulmonary hypertension, rheumatoid arthritis, sleep apnea, depression, and alcoholism.  Specific work will be compatible with the individual student’s interests and talents. 

    In general, available positions include entry level lab work in cell and molecular biology, animal models, and bioanalytical chemistry.   Students must be willing to work at least 20 hrs a week.  Following a one month unpaid training period, promising students will be offered paid positions.  Interested applicants submit a brief resume/CV to drugdiscovery@uic.edu.  Include major, GPA, relevant work history and course work. 

  • Summer Research Opportunity with Medical Student

    May 10, 2018 2:45 pm126 views

  • Summer Research Opportunity in Chicago Lab of Emotion and Psychology

    Apr 24, 2015 9:00 am189 views

    Research Assistant Position Starting Summer 2015

    Dr. Stewart Shankman in the Department of Psychology is looking for undergraduate research assistants to volunteer in the Chicago Lab of Emotion and Physiology. This is a wonderful opportunity to expand your research skills before applying to graduate school!

    Preference will be given 1st and 2nd years who are looking for a long-term volunteer opportunity. RA's should have flexible schedules to help with lab visits, be timely and have an interest in mood and anxiety disorders and pursuing a higher degree in Psychology.Experience using SPSS for data entry and working with participants is desired. Responsibilities of an RA include assisting graduate students with lab visits, running participants through behavioral tasks, entering data into SPSS, and generally helping around in the lab.

    In order to apply, please send a copy of your resume and answer the questions below to: Dhee@uic.edu. If you have any questions about the application process or our lab, feel free to contact Danielle at dhee@uic.edu!

    1. Reasons why you want to be a research assistant in our lab
    2. Reasons why you should be selected as a research assistant (be sure to address any qualifications that pertain to the responsibilities listed above)
    3. Hours per week you can devote to the project and your Mon-Fri 9am-5pm availability for Summer 2015
    4. Anything else we should know about you 

  • Summer Research Opportunities Info Session – Jan 19 at 12pm

    Jan 18, 2018 2:15 pm184 views