2023 Department of Systems Biology Research Program

Why should I apply?

• Intense research experience in state of the art laboratories

• Travel and housing is paid for and arranged by the program

• Transportation is provided week days to and from the campus

• There will be plenty of networking and social opportunities among program participants and the Department of Systems Biology faculty and lab members

• A stipend will be provided

• The first year is limited to six students to provide a personalized experience

Applications

Applications must be submitted online from the  "Apply Now" tab. Applications will be available on January 10, 2023. The application submission deadline is March 1, 2023.

                                  Application Instructions

           The online application must include the following upload documents:

• • • A current resume
    • Copy of a current unofficial transcript
    • Copy of previous undergraduate institution transcripts
    • A personal statement (1-2 pages describing personal background interest & why you would like to be part of this program)
    • Two (2) letters of recommendation (uploaded by recommenders)

        The application submission deadline is March 1, 2023

• We will only accept 6 students to the program this year.
• Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled. 

Contact us for more information

For questions, please contact Program Directors Dr. Hyun Youk (Hyun.Youk@umassmed.edu) or Dr. Rob Brewster (Robert.Brewster@umassmed.edu).

Or Administrative Coordinator: Kristen Yanick, Kristen.Yanick@umassmed.edu