July 5, 2023

We are now accepting applications for the 2023/24 MATRIX-N Junior Scholars Program!

Four to six paid, part-time positions available to UBC graduate students from underrepresented backgrounds to support translational research and innovation in neuropsychiatry and the MATRIX-N research excellence cluster. Successful candidates will be selected to work closely with the cluster coordinator to advance cluster activities, including science communication, research collaborations, drug development, and event organization.

Eligibility:

  • MSc or PhD student under the supervision of UBC faculty member for the 23/24 academic year
  • Conducts translational, foundational or clinical research related to novel therapeutic options in neuropsychiatry and innovative solutions to global challenges around mental health and substance use disorders.
  • Member of underrepresented group(s) (in terms of race, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, lived experience, etc.); Indigenous students strongly encouraged to apply.
  • Able to commit to an 8-month part-time position (Sept 2023 - Apr 2024, 32 weeks, 5h/week).

Compensation: $5000 stipend for an 8-month part-time position (Sept 2023 - Apr 2024, 32 weeks, 5h/week), plus mentoring, professional development, and networking opportunities.

How to apply: Submit your application package online by August 7, 2023.

Questions? Email lily.aleksandrova@ubc.ca.

We look forward to receiving your applications and recruiting the next cohort of talented and diverse Junior Scholars!

Please find more details here and the application form here

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Research Excellence Clusters at UBC Vancouver is a joint initiative of the Provost and Vice-President, Academic, UBC Vancouver and the Vice-President, Research and Innovation. Funding support for the clusters is provided by Academic Excellence Funds – UBC Vancouver.

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