SURF Fellow

Job Summary

The Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences and Professional Studies awards a 9-week Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships (SURF) to undergraduate students wishing to explore biomedical research careers. Drexel University College of Medicine faculty and members of their laboratories guide students through the planning and practice of daily research experiments and activities. Each student is assigned to work in a specific laboratory for the duration of the program typically on a project unique to the research goals of that laboratory. Students are integrated into the daily work of the laboratory participating in laboratory meetings and gaining exposure to different facets of the laboratorys research. Mentors help students apply their current knowledge and skills and assist them in making the connection between laboratory experiences and their academic studies.

Essential Functions

• Drexel University College of Medicine faculty and members of their laboratories guide students through the planning and practice of daily research experiments and activities.
• Each student is assigned to work in a specific laboratory for the duration of the program typically on a project unique to the research goals of that laboratory.
• Students are integrated into the daily work of the laboratory participating in laboratory meetings and gaining exposure to different facets of the laboratorys research.
• Mentors help students apply their current knowledge and skills and assist them in making the connection between laboratory experiences and their academic studies.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a HS Diploma or GED
• Pre-selected SURF program

Preferred Qualifications

• Undergraduate

Location

• Center City - Philadelphia PA

Additional Information

This is a Full-Time temporary position classified as offered pay is based on the successful candidates qualifications and experience departmentbudget and an internal equity review.

For information about benefits please review Drexels Per Diem/Casual/Temporary Benefit Fact Sheet.

Special Instructions to the Applicant
Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified.