Institute of Human Virology Summer Research Opportunity

The Division of Epidemiology and Prevention of the Institute of Human Virology is accepting applications for Summer Research Rotations in Nigeria. The positions are funded through the Fogarty AIDS International Research Training Program (AITRP) grant.

The Summer Research Program begins with an Orientation at the end of May 2007, with travel on/about June 1, 2007. At the conclusion of the eight week program, each participant is expected to submit a written project summary and present his/her findings at the Division's monthly staff meeting.

Eligibility:

This program targets first- and second-year University of Maryland Medical and Graduate students, although other applicants will be considered. This is a competitive program that requires each applicant to submit the following:

• An Application form (website)
• Resume / CV
• a letter of research interest
• a letter of support from his/her academic advisor
• academic transcripts

Participants will receive roundtrip coach airfare, international travel medical insurance, reimbursement for vaccination expenses and a stipend to cover housing and meal costs. The Division of Epidemiology will process visa applications for program participants and assist students with locating local accommodations.

The deadline for applications is March 23, 2007. Submit complete application packages to:

Daphene Altema, M.P.H
Training Program Specialist
Institute of Human Virology
725 West Lombard Street, N459
Baltimore, MD 21201

For more information, visit our website http://www.ihv.org/training/indexfogarty.html or contact Daphene Altema at altema@umbi.umd.edu.

UMBI is committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity employment. As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, applicants should be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing their identities, their US citizenship or alien status, and their authorization to work in the United States.