Chemical Physiology and Biochemistry Summer Undergraduate Research Program

We are excited to announce the 2025 Chemical Physiology and Biochemistry Summer Undergraduate Research Program (CPB-SURP) at the Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, Oregon. 

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CPB-SURP is a 9-week summer internship designed to provide undergraduate students with hands-on training in innovative research in the disciplines of chemical biology, biochemistry, structural biology and physiology, conducted at a leading academic health center in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. A major goal of this program is to engage students in state-of-the-art techniques in biomedical discovery, leading to uncovering the fundamental mechanisms of health and disease. Interns will also participate in career development activities, which will provide students with the skills and knowledge to assess and plan their future careers in science.

As a highlight of the experience, each intern will present their research at an intern research poster symposium.  This fun event is an opportunity to showcase the interns' science and results, learn from others' presentations, and interact with interns across OHSU.

2025 interns will start the summer program on June 16 and participate in the full 9-weeks. Any adjustments will be decided on jointly between the intern and the mentoring faculty member.

Participants will receive a stipend of $5,742 for the summer to cover travel, accommodations and incidental expenses.

Eligibility:

1. Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program.
2. Completed at least four semesters or six quarters of undergraduate study.
3. Has a desire to explore advanced education and a career in biomedical research.
4. Must participate in the entire 9-week summer program.
5. Be available to participate in the internship poster symposium on August 15.

International students currently studying in the U.S. on a valid VISA are eligible to apply, pending the terms of their VISA and approval by their designated school official. Confirming VISA compliance is the responsibility of the intern prior to starting the program. We are not able to provide participants with a VISA through OHSU.

Extracurricular Activities

In addition to daily research activities, students will also participate in:

1. Journal talks
2. An intern poster symposium to present summer research
3. Sessions on scientific and professional development
4. Social and culture events

Accommodations and Local Transportation

Out-of-town interns in need of housing are encouraged to explore intern housing through Portland State University (PSU). PSU offers summer accommodations in their student dorms, with an easy commute to OHSU. Registration information for intern housing will be announced in February 2025. CPB is unable to arrange temporary housing for interns.

For interns who are interested, the program will provide Tri-Met passes for Portland's bus and light-rail system.

To apply, please submit the following documents (in a single pdf file) through the online application form HERE.

1. Curriculum vitae
2. Personal statement: a brief description (1 page) of your most meaningful research experience and future career goals.
3. A list of up to three CPB faculty members you are interested in working with, along with a short paragraph describing your interests in their labs.
4. Unofficial college transcript
5. 2 letters of recommendation addressing your research and science experience. Letters must be sent separately by the recommender directly to CPBdept@ohsu.edu)

The deadline to apply for this program is 9AM Monday, February 24, 2025.

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