Postgraduate Associate Position in the Kidney Precision Medicine Project
A postgraduate research position in translational and clinical research is available for 1-2 years
in the Division of Nephrology, Department of Internal Medicine at Johns Hopkins University
starting June 2020. The research group of Dr. Chirag Parikh, Director of the Division of
Nephrology, has several ongoing clinical research studies (see http://tribe.jhmi.edu/) including
the recently funded NIH study in Kidney Precision Medicine Project (KPMP). The KPMP study aims to analyze and evaluate human kidney biopsies to create a kidney tissue atlas, define
disease subgroups, and identify critical pathways and targets for novel therapies in acute and
chronic kidney diseases (see https://kpmp.org/). The position involves direct patient
interaction, collection and processing of human blood and urine specimens, medical chart
abstraction using electronic health records, study database data entry, conducting literature
reviews, manuscript writing, and participating in team meetings.
Requirements for the position include BA/BS in the Life Sciences or completion of the Pre-
Medical track. Prior experience in a research laboratory or hospital is preferred but not
required. We seek candidates with a strong desire to contribute to patient-oriented research
and gain medical knowledge. The associate will have the opportunity to obtain clinical research
experience, interact with patients and healthcare professionals, and work closely with
physicians and clinician scientists. There is also an opportunity to participate in manuscript
publication and ancillary studies.
The lab is composed of a great group of physicians, research fellows, nurses, and study
coordinators. Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume and unofficial transcript
with the subject line ‘Postgraduate RA Application’ to rmalik9@jhu.edu by February 1, 2020.
Friday, December 20, 2019
The Washington Leadership Program -- Now Accepting Applications for 2020
The Washington Leadership Program (WLP) is pleased to announce that it is accepting applications from high-potential South Asian American college students for the 2020 summer leadership program scheduled to take place from June 13, 2020 to August 7, 2020.
WLP cultivates the South Asian American community's next generation of leaders by placing them in congressional offices or federal agencies in Washington, D.C. for eight-week summer internships and a structured leadership-training curriculum. The students gain a firsthand view of the policy-making and legislative process, as well as gain access to high-profile South-Asian leaders in the nation's capital. Applications are available online at https://www.thewlp.com/the-
The deadline for submitting applications is January 15, 2020.
Please follow @TheWLP and www.facebook.com/TheWLP
Though selection to the WLP is highly competitive, all South Asian American students who are either US citizens or legal permanent residents are encouraged to apply, regardless of academic focus or professional goals. The backgrounds of past participants have ranged from medical school to art and business.
Interns will receive a total stipend of $2,000 and will be required to complete 2-3 short writing assignments during the internship.
The WLP has over 200 alumni who have interned for notable elected officials including Sen. Kristen Gillibrand (D-NY), Sen. Roy Blunt (R-MO), and Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA). Alumni have gone on to win Rhodes, Marshall, Fulbright, and Truman Scholarships, as well as acceptances into top-flight medical, law, public policy, and other post-graduate programs. Several alums are currently senior advisors to government officials, and one is an elected State Representative in Ohio.
For more information about the program, visit the WLP's website at www.thewlp.com. Apply now!
Wednesday, December 18, 2019
Diamondback Opinion Desk Hiring
The Diamondback Opinion Desk is
Interested students should apply by emailing their resume, contact information (major, class year, phone number, and twitter handle) and an original sample column with appropriate URL citations of all facts and figures to Hadron Chaudhary and Zachary Jablow at opinionumdbk@gmail.com by January 20.
Center for Early Childhood Education and Intervention seeks Undergraduate Research Assistant
The Center for Early Childhood Education and Intervention is seeking an Undergraduate or Graduate Research Assistant to assist with several projects beginning spring semester 2020.
The deadline to apply for spring semester is January 6, 2020 at 5 p.m.
Thursday, December 12, 2019
Fulbright Research/Study/English Teaching Grants - Early Access
The Fulbright US Student Grant Program offers thousands of opportunities to do research, study, or teach English around the globe.
Current juniors and seniors, and recent alumni, and grad students are eligible to apply for Fulbright grants this coming autumn 2020. (US Citizenship is required.)
Click here to get a head start in learning about Fulbright international research, study, and English teaching opportunities, to gain access to our ELMS resource site for Fulbright applicants, and to receive notice about our winter Fulbright info sessions.
Tuesday, December 10, 2019
The Answer Class NOW HIRING SAT/ACT PREP CLASS TEACHERS
Join a dynamic and growing educational organization in Maryland!
We are looking for highly motivated University of Maryland Honors College students to teach
SAT and/or ACT prep at area high schools.
Flexible schedule – evenings and weekends available.
Immediate openings for those available to teach weeknight classes.
Training, curriculum and materials are all provided.
Competitive pay: $17-$25/hour based on experience, with bonus potential.
We currently employ several UMD Honors College students & alumni and welcome the
opportunity to work with you as well!
Teachers must provide their own transportation.
Send resume or letter of interest to: info@theanswerclass.com
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**Our mission: We feel strongly that all students, regardless of family income, location, school
and extra-curricular schedules should have the opportunity to present their strongest college
application. For this reason, we founded The Answer Class as a way to make SAT & ACT prep accessible as possible to as many students as possible -- and in some small measure work to
even the playing field for students taking the SAT & ACT. **
Friday, December 6, 2019
Joseph M. Mitchell Memorial Scholarship Award
We are currently accepting applications and nominations for the Joseph M. Mitchell Memorial Scholarship Award. Applications and nominations for the 2020-2021 academic year are due March 22, 2020. All University Graduate and Undergraduate students are encouraged to apply. Faculty, staff, and members of the campus community are welcome to nominate deserving students of this award.
The scholarship award was established in recognition of Joe Mitchell's compassion for the less fortunate members of our society and in honor of his ability to befriend, guide and mentor individuals whose ability to succeed as students at our institution was challenged by some personal or family circumstances. Scholarships will be awarded each fall and spring semester to one or more deserving students. These are one-time awards of up to $2,000 per recipient.
For more information about the Scholarship Award, please visit http://josephmitchell.umd.edu.
If you have any questions or would like more information regarding the scholarship, please feel free to contact either Tynesha McCullers (tmcculle@umd.edu, 301-314-7484) or Dai-An Tran (datran@umd.edu, 301-314-0416).
Undergraduate Research Assistant for the Black Child and Family Laboratory
Overview: The Diverse Black Families Project, led by Dr. Cecily Hardaway in the
Department of African American Studies, is seeking undergraduate students to work as
research assistants. This is a great opportunity for students who plan to pursue graduate
training in the behavioral or social sciences. The project focuses on examining how
contextual risks influence child development and family functioning; understanding
individual, family, and extra-familial factors that promote positive development or protect
children and families from contextual risks; and exploring how race, culture, and social class
shape the well-being of African American children and families. We are examining how
African American women’s work characteristics, conditions, and experiences are related to
their parenting, family relationships, and emotional and physical health as well as risk and
protective factors that shape low-income African American adolescents’ socioemotional
adjustment. We are using longitudinal data sets to conduct secondary data analysis on
relevant topics and preparing for an upcoming pilot study.
Undergraduate research assistants are expected to work on the project for at least one full
semester. However, there is some flexibility around start and end dates. This opportunity is
paid but may be done for course credit instead. Students majoring in African American
Studies, Family Science, Human Development, Psychology, and Sociology are especially
encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities: Primary duties will include conducting literature searches and reviews;
assisting with qualitative data analysis; assisting with manuscript preparation and editing; and
planning for an upcoming pilot study. In addition, research assistants will attend weekly
meetings where we discuss ongoing research activities and address questions that arise from
work on the project.
Qualifications: We are looking for motivated, hardworking individuals to join this project.
The ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail, good time management skills, and
be comfortable working both independently and as a part of a team. This position requires a
time commitment of up to 20 hours per week.
How to Apply: Please send the following in one pdf file to Jacquelyn Chin at
jchin123@umd.edu.
-Resume or curriculum vita (CV).
-Unofficial transcript.
-One-page cover letter stating why you would like to work on this project
-For best consideration, please submit your application by December 23, 2019.
Thursday, December 5, 2019
"Greener Future via Additive Heat Exchangers"
Dear Technology Enthusiasts,
We would like to invite you all to join our friends at the ASHRAE UMD student chapter for a great seminar on "Greener Future via Additive Heat Exchangers" by Dr. Peter De Bock, a principal engineer from GE Research Center with expertise in innovative thermal solutions. Please see the attached flyer for more information about our speaker and the event.
The seminar will be on Thursday, December 5th, 2019, 12:00pm – 1:00pm, in 2164 DeWalt Seminar Room, Glenn Martin Hall. Pizza and refreshments will be served!
We welcome all students, faculty and personnel of UMD. Please register for free through this link: go.umd.edu/ASHRAE19
If you're interested in joining ASHRAE student chapter, please use this link:
ASHRAE - UMD Student Chapter
Wednesday, December 4, 2019
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
Beyond 13th: A Dialogue About Resistance, Agency, and Change in the Age of Juvenile Incarceration - Dec 7
On Saturday, December 7th from 11AM to 2PM MaryPIRG Juvenile Justice and Mass Incarceration Campaign is hosting a panel and workshop titled "Beyond 13th: A Dialogue About Resistance, Agency, and Change in the Age of Juvenile Incarceration."
This first half of our event will include a panel of speakers from the RISE For Youth, the ACLU, the Maryland General Assembly, the Juvenile Law Center, and the Criminology and English Department. These speakers will provide insight into their work and advocacy in the criminal justice field. After lunch, the NAACP club at UMD and the ACLU will hold workshops on empowering students to get involved in campus activism and educating them about legal and political advocacy.
Sunday, December 1, 2019
Smith Undergraduate Student Association Committee Applications are open! - Dec 2 deadline
Want to get involved at Smith and become part of a professional student organization? Apply to be on a SUSA committee!
Positions are available on 11 committees. This is a great opportunity to gain experience working in a professional setting, broadening your network with leaders at Smith, and driving influence among the student body.
Applications close Monday, December 2nd, at 11:59 PM - apply and find more info at http://ter.ps/susaapp!
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