July 23, 2024

We are now accepting applications for the 2024/25 MATRIX-N Junior Scholars Program!

Four to six 2024/25 MATRIX-N Cluster Junior Scholars will be selected to work closely with the cluster coordinator, under the co-supervision of cluster faculty leads, to advance MATRIX-N cluster activities, while simultaneously conducting their thesis research. 

Successful candidates will have a choice to assist with various cluster activities, including:

  • science communication (social media, science illustration/data visualization, cluster newsletter, website)
  • research collaborations (project management, grant writing, community outreach, patient-oriented research)
  • drug development (regulatory issues, academic/industry partnerships)
  • event organization (monthly rounds, conference workshops, multidisciplinary panels, with opportunities to showcase their own research)

Learn about our 2022/23 and 2023/24 Junior Scholars.

Eligibility:

  • MSc or PhD student under the supervision of UBC faculty member for the 24/25 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 2024 - Apr 2025, 32 weeks, 5h/week).

Compensation: $5000 stipend for an 8-month part-time position (Sept 2024 - Apr 2025, 32 weeks, 5h/week), plus mentoring, professional development, and networking opportunities.

How to apply: Submit your application package online by August 12, 2024

Application materials:

  • Statement of interest (1 page max): discuss the relevance of your work to translational, foundational
    or clinical research into novel therapeutic options in neuropsychiatry; highlight skills and experience
    relevant to the position; specify interest in any of the cluster activities listed above
  • EDI statement (1 page max): discuss your experiences and/or self-identified status as a member of
    an underrepresented group and/or your commitment to EDI issues in science/research
  • Academic CV (3 pages max)
  • Letter of recommendation from academic supervisor (1 page max)

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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