Category Archives: School of Natural and Environmental Sciences

Opportunity for Paid Clinical Hours for Certified Medical Assistants!

by Reese Michaelson

SouthernMed Pediatrics is looking to hire a medical assistant for their downtown location!

The Opportunity: SouthernMed Pediatrics would like to hire a full-time medical assistant. You must be certified/registered as a medical assistant to apply. This is an awesome opportunity to get clinical experience with a supportive team around you!

Details: In this position, you will assist medical providers in providing a high level of quality patient care. This is a great opportunity for someone taking a gap year to get clinical experience. SouthernMed Pediatrics is located at 198 Rutledge Avenue, just a few blocks from campus. A full job description can be found at the application link.

Great Fit For: PreMed/PrePA students looking for real-world experience.

To Apply: Click this link to go to the application. This link also has more information about the role.

MUSC Children’s Research Summer Fellowship

by Reese Michaelson

You’re invited to apply for a summer program scholarship at the Darby Children’s Research Institute at MUSC!

Details: The primary objective of The John Covington and Robert Lukey Scholarship is to provide funding for undergraduate trainees to gain exposure to a clinical and basic science pediatric research environment at MUSC at a nationally ranked academic medical center that will advance their career aspirations.

Great Fit For: Students with science majors considering a future in graduate school (MD, PhD), with the possibility in pediatrics.

Benefits: $5,000 summer stipend (with the option of housing).

To Apply: Check out the application details below. The deadline to apply is December 16th.

For more information, click this link or email Jasmine Ballentine at ballentj@musc.edu.

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. 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 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.

Information on the DCRI and areas of research can be found at the following link: https://dcri.musc.edu.

KEY DATES

  • Applications due: December 16, 2024, at 5:00 pm EST
  • Applicants will be notified of awards: January 7, 2025
  • Award Period: June 1, 2025 – July 31, 2025

APPLICATION FORM AND DOCUMENTS

Document Specifications

  • Font Type and Size: Arial, 11pt.
  • 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"

AWARD AMOUNT

  • $5,000 stipend

QUESTIONS

Biology Research Opportunity

by Reese Michaelson

You have the opportunity to conduct research related to amphibian biology, ecosystems, and environmental change with Dr. Allison Welch’s research group!

Benefits: Participating students will gain hands-on research skills and opportunities for summer funding, academic credit, and/or a Bachelor’s Essay project.

Great Fit For: Sophomores, juniors, or seniors with a major or minor in Biology, Marine Biology, or Environmental and Sustainability Studies. They are looking for students with a strong interest in research, eagerness to learn, attention to detail, and a positive attitude. No experience required!

Interested? Please reach out to Dr. Welch at welcha@cofc.edu to discuss your interest.

Apply for the MUSC Internship in Neuroscience for Distinguished Scholars (MINDS)!

by Reese Michaelson

The MINDS program at MUSC is looking for applicants! The program hopes to accept 2-3 students for immediate placement in labs during this school year and may be able to accommodate a summer-only intern.

The Opportunity: The MINDS hopes to provide students interested in pursuing a PhD or MD/PhD in a neuroscience-related discipline with a paid research opportunity so they do not have to sacrifice working in order to gain the valuable research experience required to get into graduate programs. Last year was the inaugural year of the program and saw two College of Charleston student participate.

Details: The MINDS program will pair students with a faculty mentor to provide research training and we will work with the students to prepare for applying to graduate school – craft a CV, prepare personal statements, and learn the artful craft of science communication, so you can stand out during interviews. They strongly encourage individuals who are historically underrepresented in STEM to apply.

To Apply: Complete the application at this link.

Interested in Laboratory Behavioral Research Using Non-Human Animals?

by Reese Michaelson

Are you interested in behavioral research on animals? Honors College Faculty Fellow Dr. Chad Galuska, Professor and Associate Chair of Psychology, is hosting an information session on Friday, October 25th!

When & Where: This information session will be…

  • On Friday, October 25th, from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.
  • In the Rita Hollings Science Center, room 341

Open to: Honors students who are or intend to declare a major or minor in Psychology, or a minor in neuroscience.

To Register: Email Dr. Galuska at galuskac@cofc.edu to reserve your spot. Space is limited, so act fast!

Apply for the MUSC Internship in Neuroscience for Distinguished Scholars (MINDS)!

by Reese Michaelson

The MINDS program at MUSC is looking for applicants! The program hopes to accept 2-3 students for immediate placement in labs during this school year and may be able to accommodate a summer-only intern.

The Opportunity: The MINDS hopes to provide students interested in pursuing a PhD or MD/PhD in a neuroscience-related discipline with a paid research opportunity so they do not have to sacrifice working in order to gain the valuable research experience required to get into graduate programs. Last year was the inaugural year of the program and saw two College of Charleston student participate.

Details: The MINDS program will pair students with a faculty mentor to provide research training and we will work with the students to prepare for applying to graduate school – craft a CV, prepare personal statements, and learn the artful craft of science communication, so you can stand out during interviews. They strongly encourage individuals who are historically underrepresented in STEM to apply.

To Apply: Complete the application at this link.