Undergraduate Biology Research Program - Application Deadline
Have no prior research experience but still want to get a summer internship? Interested in biological research?
The Undergraduate Biology Research Program (UBRP) is an educational, research program designed to teach students science by involving them in biologically related research. Students are paid for their time in the lab, where they develop an understanding of the scientific method, receive a realistic view of biological research, and are mentored by their preferred faculty of the student's specific research interest. They also acquire the tools necessary to be successful in post-graduate studies in biology should they choose careers related to biology or research. Students begin UBRP with a full-time summer research apprenticeship, and then have the option to continue in UBRP on a part-time basis during the academic year, to accommodate classes. Every January, UBRP students will also have the opportunity to share their research in the form of a research poster at the annual UBRP Conference.
Students are expected to conduct research on a full-time schedule of 35 hours per week for 12-14 weeks during the summer, starting in mid-May and ending in early-August.
What are the benefits?
- Paid Compensation: $15.00/hr for full-time schedule (aprox. $525/week)
- Potential Continuation: Able to continue their research position in their lab beyond the summer program
Want to apply? Please apply through the UBRP website. The application deadline is on February 1st, 2024, 5:00 PM AZ Time.
Interested in other options and programs? There are many other research programs that falls under the UBRP umbrella and are more specialized, such as focusing on data science, pharmacology, biomedical research, and environmental health sciences. We encourage potential applicants to explore these options by either checking our Programs for UA Students tab or checking the UBRP official website for more information.
Questions? Reach out to Jennifer Cubeta, UBRP Director, at cubeta@arizona.edu.