Graduate Research Appointment Program Intern - Biomedical Ethics

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Responsibilities

Mayo Clinic seeks applicants for a one- or two-year post-baccalaureate research experience in empirical bioethics research, as part of the Graduate Research Appointment(GRA).

The GRA program is a post-baccalaureate program for participants with an interest in biomedical research. The primary purpose of GRA is to provide a post-baccalaureate research experience that applies skills in science, technology, engineering or math to biomedical research including basic science or translational research. GRA participants gain research experience that may help them to decide on a career path related to biomedical research. In addition, the experience can increase the participants’ competitiveness and preparation for the next step in their career. These goals are achieved by providing:

•    A mentored research experience in a world-class biomedical research 
•    Opportunities to participate in selected graduate classes and seminars
•    Career development, mentoring and networking opportunities
•    Presentation opportunities

Participants are also responsible for completing all GRA-related assignments and ensuring active engagement in both research and career advancement activities. The program is structured to help participants refine their career goals and increase their competitiveness for future academic or professional steps.

This is a hybrid position and must be located within 100 miles of a Mayo Clinic campus or Mayo Clinic Health System campus for occasional on-site expectations based on business needs. On-site expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Additional Information can be found at: Post-baccalaureate Research Assistantship in Biomedical Ethics Research

Applications must be received by February 15, 2027 at 11:59pm (CST), and must include the following items:

•    A cover letter describing your career goals and how biomedical ethics research relates to those goals;
•    A resume/CV that includes your major and relevant courses, honors, and experiences;
•    A 5-10-page writing sample (such as a course paper), preferably on a topic related to biomedical ethics;
•    A current, unofficial college transcript;
•    Two letters of recommendation from a professor or research mentor. Address letters to Dr. Richard Sharp, Program Director. Letters should be emailed directly by the professor/mentor to [email protected]
 

Top applicants will be invited to participate in a brief phone interview to discuss specific skills and areas of interest. Final decisions will be made in part based on applicants' interests and availability of appropriate mentors.

Please note: All applications must be submitted directly to Mayo Clinic and not through the Handshake platform.

Qualifications

•    Bachelor’s degree with a strong background in science, technology, engineering, or math
•    Interest in biomedical research
•    Minimum GPA of 3.0
•    Authorization to work and remain in the United States, without necessity for Mayo Clinic sponsorship now, or in the future (for example, be a U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident, refugee or asylee)

Successful Applicants Will Be

•    Committed to pursuing a career in which they engage in topics in biomedical ethics.
•    Able to work independently.
•    Proficient in written and verbal communication.
•    Competent in identifying relevant peer-reviewed publications on specialized research topics.
•    Highly motivated to learn new research methods.

Preferred Qualifications: 

Students must have completed coursework in bioethics or a closely related discipline such as behavioral psychology, ethics/philosophy, medical anthropology/sociology, pre-med, or public health.

Bachelor’s degree with a strong background in science, technology, engineering, or math.  Authorization to work and remain in the United States, without necessity for Mayo Clinic sponsorship now, or in the future (for example, be a U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident, refugee or asylee. 

Students that do not meet these criteria do not qualify.

• Applicants who are currently in Graduate or Medical School are not eligible.
• Eligibility of applicants with advanced degrees above BA or BS depend on the specific degree

Compensation Detail: This position has a predetermined rate of $20.50 per hour.