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This information was last updated on 22 January, 2004 Web sites for biology, science, and medically related jobs include (please
note that most, but not all jobs at these sites require masters or doctoral
degrees): The most recent posting(s) is(are) in part time and full time. This page contains links to student job or fellowship opportunities. Please be aware that many job and fellowship opportunities have deadlines or are only available until the position is filled, so if you are interested, you should check this page often. Also, I may hear about a job, but I do not necessarily find out when it is filled. The categories are: graduate (Ph.D. programs) fellowships at other schools, fellowships and scholarships, internships, part time, full time, and volunteer. If you would like help with career decisions, a copy of the Princeton Review Guide to Your Career, (4th ed.) is available in the main office. This book contains self tests and guides to help you identify careers that are more likely to suit your personality and interests. It also contains profiles for "today's hottest careers." Students may borrow it for a week at a time. The book entitled What Color is your Parachute? is also a classic job hunting/finding book that that can help you identify what job(s) you would enjoy. This book also has useful information about how to get the job that you want. Both of these books are workbooks that can be purchased at most bookstores.
Check www.sciencecareers.org
Fellowship and grant opportunities for undergrads, grads, and medical students (as well as post docs and faculty) are listed at www.grantsnet.org. There are also links to other career-related web sites. From the Department of Biology: (information and applications available from the Biology office) Merck/AAAS fellowships for biology and chemistry undergrads; Summer undergraduate biology fellowships, Graduate biology fellowships. All offer summer salaries for 10 weeks of full-time work in a Hofstra lab during the summer.
Scholarship Research Training Employment Qualified undergraduates can train and be mentored at the cutting edge of biomedical research while receiving scholarship support. Scholarship of up to $20,000 per academic year toward: Tuition Research training at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland 10 weeks paid summer internship Employment after graduation: One year employment for each year of scholarship that can be deferred until completion of graduate or medical degree Interested students should apply if they: This is a special opportunity for special students. NIH is
dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment
programs. Visit our internet site for on-line applications. For more
information, contact the UGSP at: http://ugsp.info.nih.gov Undergraduate Scholarship Program for Individuals from Disadvantaged Backgrounds. Provides up to $20,000 per year in financial aid for education and a 10-wk paid internship at NIH after graduation. More info at: http://ugsp.info.nih.gov Predoctoral Fellowships in Biological Sciences. "Fellowships are intended for students who have completed less than one year of graduate study toward an M.S., a Ph.D., or an Sc.D. degree in the biological sciences. Students who hold or are pursuing medical or dental degrees (M.D., D.O., D.V.M., or D.D.S.) may also be eligible to apply for fellowship support for study toward a Ph.D. or Sc.D." Fellowship includes an annual stipend of $18,000 along with an allowance to help defray education costs of $16,000. Students should apply via the Web, go to national-academies.org/osep/fo.
GUIDELINES FOR SUMMER INTERN APPLICANTS- Merck Research LaboratoriesPaid
internship opportunities are available
for a 10-12 week period at the Merck Research Laboratories (MRL) facilities in Rahway, NJ andWest
Point, PA To
qualify, each applicant must: ·
Major
in a biological or chemical science ·
Have
completed the equivalent of a junior year ·
Have
attained a minimum of 3.3 out of 4.0 GPA, or the equivalent ·
Be
18 years of age or older ·
Be
authorized to work in the United States To apply, please provide the following materials: Forward
application materials to: Ms.
Susan Painter Cardiovascular Medicine at LIJ or Northshore University Hospitals. Dr. Stanley Shanies, a Hofstra alumnus has internships available for highly motivated students (preferably juniors, seniors and grad students) for summer. Please see Dr. Pumo for details. Orthopedic Medicine at Cornell Medical School. Dr. Richard Laskin, a Hofstra alumnus, is interested in mentoring a student interested in orthopedic medicine during the summer. Please see Dr. Pumo for details. Summer Internship Program : Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute SYNOPSIS: The sponsor provides support to give both undergraduate and graduate students experience in a research environment. Graduate students receive approximately $3,500 and undergraduate students receive approximately $3,000 for the ten-week program.Deadline(s): 03/01/2004 Contact Address: Summer Intern Program , 5600 U.S. 1 North, Fort Pierce, FL 34946, U.S.A.E-mail: intern@hboi.eduProgram URL: http://www.hboi.edu/downloads/pdf/hboiintern_2004.pdfTel: 561-465-2400 Fax: 561-466-3644OBJECTIVES: : Areas of study may include, but are not limited to: aquaculture, biomedical marine research, marine biology, marine mammal research, marine natural product chemistry, marine microbiology, ocean engineering, ocean technology, and oceanography.ELIGIBILITY : Graduate interns must be currently enrolled graduate students or graduating seniors who have been accepted and are pre-registered for a graduate program. Undergraduate interns are students currently enrolled in a full-time program who have completed at least the equivalent of two years of college and are currently seeking a four-year degree. Students must be in good academic standing and be at least eighteen years of age. Students who are not U.S. citizens must have a current visa with authorization to work or be on an educational visa.FUNDING :Graduate students receive approximately $3,500 and undergraduate students receive approximately $3,000 for the ten-week program. Interns are responsible for their own housing and transportation. Furnished student housing with cooking and laundry facilities is available on-campus, on a first-come, first-served basis. Approximate cost is $300 per month plus tax. (lrg)
Head
of Interns at the River Project JOB DESCRIPTION: The Head of Interns is responsible for supervising
the Marine Biology Internship Program for high school and college students.
Students work with prestigious mentors on research projects and field studies
conducted at Pier 26. The Head coordinates the individual research projects and
acts as a liaison among the scientist mentors, the River Project staff, the
students, and the participating schools and universities. He/she helps design
the projects, manage the collection of data, oversee data analysis, and guide
report writing. In addition to these academic tasks, the Head also maintains and
operates small motorboats and rowboats, hosts field trips and tours of the
aquarium exhibit and lab, represents the River Project on committees and at
conferences, and helps maintain captive fishes and invertebrates. Areas of
research coordinated by the Head focus mostly on near shore living resources and
water quality. REQUIREMENTS: Advanced degree in biological science or
oceanography, in progress or completed. Knowledge of local fish and
invertebrates; microscopy and lab skills; in-water skills such as snorkeling and
diving; and experience operating rowboats and small motorboats. Excellent
writing skills. Must be pleasant and willing to work on collaborative projects. STARTING DATE: Immediately HOURS: During the school year: 30 hours a week:
availability at weekends and after school essential. Summer: 40 hrs/wk SALARY: $15 per hour, no benefits This position offers opportunities for fieldwork,
research and publication, and to establish working relationships within the
scientific and regulatory community of NY Harbor. Send resume and cover letter to: Cathy Drew, Director The River Project OSI, a biotech company that is near Hofstra is always interested in undergraduate and graduate biology and chemistry majors looking for part-time work. They offer very flexible hours. Environmental Interpretation in NYS Parks:Locations:
Connetquot River, Preserve, Oakdale, Caleb
Smith Preserve, Smithtown, Theodore
Roosevelt Nature Center, Jones Beach. Duties: Conduct
guided tours, nature programs, nature walks. Flexible schedules, Part Time/Full
Time, $7 – 10/hr, training provided Naturalist – Save the Sound, Inc. For year-round Education Programs which focus on intertidal ecology of Long Island Sound. Science or Education background helpful. Training provided. Naturalists are paid on a part-time per diem basis. Contact: toll free 1-777-SAVELIS or e-mail at: savethesound@snet.net Office of Student Employment. Services are provided on a walk-in basis during office hours 9AM-5PM, Monday thru Friday. Individual appointments were needed, can be scheduled by calling 516-463-6782. Bulletin Boards listing available positions are adjacent to the office located on the balcony of the Student Center. Bulletin Boards can be viewed at any time, as the building is open 24 hours per day. Also available is a telephone job line 516-463-4JOB, announcing current jobs on campus including those appropriate for graduate students. For all positions listed below, applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree and be accepted as a fully matriculated student in graduate Master or Doctoral level program at Hofstra University.
HOW TO APPLY FOR AN ON-CAMPUS JOB. For Graduate Assistantships an application in the form of a resume and cover letter stating graduate educational goals should be directed to the appropriate department advertising the positions. Graduate Assistants and Federal Work-Study opportunities are advertised through the Office of Student Employment and the office should be contacted for further information. A resume and letter of inquiry may also be sent to the Office of Student Employment to be kept on file for further consideration.
Boston University Medical Campus: To help carry out its research program the Medical Campus has a constant need for bright, motivated, and well-trained individuals with a Baccalaureate, or Master's degree in biochemistry, biology, or related sciences. Their tuition remission plan offers employees the opportunity to pursue graduate course work while gaining practical experience in an exciting research environment. Research support staff are entitled to eight credits per semester, the first four credits at 100% and the second four at 90% remission for a total of 24 credits a year, at both the Charles River and Medical campuses. Our staff members enjoy many other benefits including a choice of health plans, liberal vacations, and holidays. Please go to www.bumc.edu. to find a sample of the research opportunities and to apply for a position. (posted Spring 2001) Multi-listing services for full-time jobs in the life sciences can be found at: http://biospace.com/job_index.cfm and http://www.bmn.com/ and http://www.sciencecareers.org
North Shore University Hospital & The Center for Extended Care. Volunteer Positions – Exposure to many health care careers, emergency department, information desk, clerical, friendly visitor or many more. Phone for information: 562-4947
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