Program Requirements

Current Research Opportunities

Program Requirements

1. The applicant must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or U.S. national.

2. The applicant must be enrolled as a full-time student in any of the University of Puerto Rico Campuses.

3. The applicant must have a grade point average, and a science grade point average of 3.0.

4. Applicants must provide an official copy of their transcript.

5. Student Mentors must provide evidence of external research support and submit the NIH Other Support form.

6. Students who expect to complete their degree in a 6 month to 1 yr period must provide evidence of postdoctoral position applications.

7. Must be enrolled in first or second year of studies, depending on the call for application published in UPR- Medical Sciences Campus. 
    

How to apply

1. Documents required for application:
   
   • Official transcripts
   • One page Personal Statement on career objectives
   • Curriculum Vitae
   • Letter of Recommendation
   • Evidence of previous research experience, publications or abstracts/presentations, or research fellowships
2. Deadline for applications: June 15, 2024