MUSC’s Darby Children’s Research Institute is offering the John Covington and Robert Lukey summer scholarship, which provides undergrads the opportunity to perform pediatric clinical and basic science research.
The Opportunity: The scholarship provides summer funding for trainees to gain exposure to a clinical and basic science pediatric research environment in a nationally ranked academic medical center that will advance their career aspirations.
- Recipients will receive a summer stipend in the amount of $4,000 (plus $1,000 for consumable lab supplies), with the potential to continue performing research during the following school year.
Great Fit For: Science and public health majors / Aspiring clinical researchers / Future pediatric practitioners / All grade-levels welcome
How to Apply: Read below or download the application instructions, carefully follow the instructions, then submit your application to Jasmine Ballentine (ballentj@musc.edu) by March 1, 2024.
The John Covington and Robert Lukey Summer Scholarship in the MUSC Darby Children’s Research Institute
PURPOSE
The purpose of The John Covington and Robert Lukey Scholarship is to provide an opportunity for undergraduate students to perform pediatric clinical and basic science research.
OVERVIEW
The Darby Children's Research Institute (DCRI) is the research arm of the Department of Pediatrics and the Shawn Jenkins Children’s Hospital at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). The DCRI is comprised of basic and physician scientists working together with a common goal to perform impactful science that can be translated for the wellness of children’s health. The DCRI is composed of state-of-the-art laboratories with faculty, post-doctoral researchers, and graduate students spanning multiple disciplines in childhood health and disease.
The primary objective of The John Covington and Robert Lukey Scholarship is to provide funding for undergraduate students with strong interests to gain exposure to a clinical and basic science pediatric research experience in a nationally ranked academic medical center that will advance their career aspirations.
Information on the DCRI and areas of research can be found at the following link: https://dcri.musc.edu
ELIGIBILITY
- Must be enrolled in an undergraduate accredited US college or university
- Must be able to physically work in a designated lab for an 8-week
KEY DATES
- Applications due: March 1, 2024 at 5:00 pm EST
- Applicants will be notified of awards: March 15, 2024
- Award Period: June 1, 2024 – July 31, 2024
AWARD AMOUNT
$4,000 stipend for the student fellow / $1,000 for consumable lab supplies
APPLICATION FORM AND DOCUMENTS
Document
- Font Type and Size Arial,
- Page Margins No less than 0.5” on all sides
- Document Type single PDF file
Required Documents/Files
- Cover letter – Include what peeks your interests in pediatric research either basic or clinical. Do you have a particular area of interest? Are you interested in a particular DCRI researcher from the information provided on the DCRI website or publications? (1 page)
- Personal and Scientific Background (1-2 pages) – Please describe your educational background in science, why you would like to take advantage of this opportunity, and how this would enhance or further your career goals?
- Resume or CV
- Letter of Recommendation (1 letter minimum)
SUBMISSION PROCESS
- Combine all documents into a single PDF file
- Email to Jasmine Ballentine (ballentj@musc.edu), Subject Line: DCRI Summer Fellowship Program
QUESTIONS
Please address questions to Jasmine Ballentine at ballentj@musc.edu