Undergraduate Research Positions – USC Health, Emotion & Addiction lab is looking for undergraduate research assistants.

May 13, 2013

Assistantships are available as part of a Directed Research Course or can be done on a volunteer basis.  Assistants work on studies examining the role of emotional factors that influence tobacco, alcohol and drug use, as well as other behaviors that impact health (e.g. exercise and diet). Undergraduate assistantships are a great way to gain initial exposure to research in preparation for medical school and graduate school in psychology, neuroscience and public health. 

We are currently looking for research assistants who are either fluent in Spanish or have a full day of availability in fall 2013.  To get a better understanding of our lab, please check out our website (http://heal.usc.edu). 

If you are interested, we’d appreciate if you could answer some questions by clicking on the following link (https://redcap.sc-ctsi.org/surveys/?s=uvh5oL). Please contact Bree Geary at bgeary@usc.edu for more information!

Filed under Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biophysics, Chemistry, Health and Humanity, Human Performance, Internships, Jobs, Neuroscience, Physics, Psychology, Research, Social Sciences, Sociology, Summer

Undergraduate Research Opportunity – Advertising for URAP interns

May 6, 2013

3 paid URAP internships: Seeking 3 talented undergrads (biology/pre-med, math/engineering, and computer science/engineering) for a multidisciplinary cancer simulation team. The team will work to make powerful 3-D computer models of cancer user friendly enough for diverse research teams, while testing and refining simulations of invasive breast cancer, stem cell biology, and chemotherapy. Publication and indepdendent study opportunities available. Applications due May 10, interviews May 13-17, and project to run summer 2013-spring 2014. See details in the attached flyer or at MathCancer.org, and apply as instructed to Paul.Macklin@usc.edu.

Requirements: Should be a junior or advanced sophomore with a 3.5+ GPA.  One position in biology, pre-med or related. One position in math or engineering or related. One position in computer science or engineering or related. Same flyer for all 3 positions.

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Filed under Astronomy, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biophysics, Chemistry, Health and Humanity, Internships, Neuroscience, Pre-Health, Psychology, Research

Match Corps Fellowship: Chicago

April 22, 2013

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CET Presents: Undergraduate Forum

April 22, 2013

Thursday, April 25, 2013. 12:30 pm-1pm @ DML 233

Have a concern about school you’ve been wanting to voice? Want to influence lasting changes at USC? Come out to the CET Undergraduate Fellow’s final event of the semester to express your views and share your classroom experiences. We want to hear from you how we can work to make education at USC better next school year! Join us on Thursday, April 25th from 12:30-1pm at DML 233 — free lunch will be provided.

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Congresswoman Sanchez’ District Office Internship Program- Deadline Friday, May 3rd

April 22, 2013

Sent on behalf of
Congresswoman Linda T. Sánchez
38th Congressional District of California

It is with great pleasure that I announce Congresswoman Sánchez’ Congressional Internship Program for summer of 2013 in her local district office in Cerritos, CA.  The Congresswoman believes it is important for youth to become politically aware and active.  For that reason, she is offering several unpaid internships in her local district office.  This internship is part of the Congresswoman’s on-going effort to encourage youth in our region to explore careers in public service. 

The Congressional Internship program is open to all high school and college students who have a minimum 3.0 GPA.  The program begins with a day of training and follows with three to four months of professional development in areas such as social services, foreign language translation, office management, communications and research. 

Completed applications (with résumé and cover letter) are due by 5pm on Friday, May 3, 2013.  Applications will only be accepted after the deadline if positions are still available.  Please refer to the attached application form for further details.

Please keep the following key dates in mind:
*    Friday, May 3, 2013 – Deadline to apply
*    Saturday, June 1, 2013 – Mandatory training for all selected interns
*    Monday, June 3, 2013 – Program begins
*    Friday, August 23, 2013 – Program ends

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Final Fulbright Student Grant Information Session of the Semester

April 22, 2013

Thursday, April 25, 2013. 3:30pm-4:30pm @ Leavey Library Auditorium

Come learn about the Fulbright Student Grant from fellow USC Trojan, Paige Battcher as she discusses her experience as a Fulbright Scholar. Fulbright advisors will also present information regarding the USC Fulbright application process. If you would like more information about the Fulbright program but are unable to attend the session, please contact our office at aifstaff@usc.edu to schedule an appointment with an advisor.

Visit http://usfulbrightstudent.blogspot.com/2009/08/paige-battcher-2008-2008-thailand.html to learn more about Paige’s Fulbright Scholar experience.

The Fulbright Student Grant is available to undergraduate and graduate students in any major field of study. U.S. citizenship is required.

Filed under Cultural, Events, Research, Scholarships, Speakers, Volunteer

Keck Cancer Research Internship

April 11, 2013

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NOW HIRING!!! PROVOST’S UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH ASSOCIATES

April 11, 2013

NOW HIRING!!!

PROVOST’S UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH ASSOCIATES

Starting May 2013

Work on a project that analyzes local politics and civic participation around the world. As a Provost’s Undergraduate Research Associate, you will construct databases, analyzedata, and help collect qualitative information through the internet. Projects will focus on local political and civic mobilization and urban policymaking in a range of countries in Latin America, Africa and Asia.

Positions available for USC undergraduates only. Options:negotiable hours (part-time or full-time) over the summer, with a possibility of continuation into the school year.Generous compensation. Preferred credentials: basic knowledge of statistics and familiarity with statistical or spreadsheet programs (especially Excel and Stata, R or SPSS), or some background in GIS; working experience with reference management software (Endnote, Reference Manager, etc.); and/or reading knowledge of Spanish or Portuguese.Some knowledge ofcomparative politics or urban issues a plus but not essential.

Start date and allocation of hours negotiable.

Please send c.v., informal transcript, contact information and brief statement of interest and backgroundby April 26, 2013to Professor Jefferey Sellers, Department of Political Science, University of Southern California, VKC 327, Mailcode 0044, Los Angeles, CA 90089-0044. E-mail: sellers@usc.edu.

Filed under Internships, Jobs, Research, Summer

Opportunity for undergraduates to gain experience in Exit Poll Research

April 11, 2013

On Tuesday, May 21st we will be conducting another major exit poll for the Mayoral General Election in the city of Los Angeles. We are recruiting undergraduate students who may be looking for research experience during their summer break to work at the polls distributing and collecting surveys. This is an incredible opportunity for students across disciplines to dip their toes in to field research and the process of civic research. We pride ourselves on supporting undergraduates in excelling in their academics through serving their communities. Students spend the entire Election Day (7am until the polls close), making it a rigorous but rewarding day.

Student who work at the polls must complete our online information sheet, submit an ethics waiver (NIH Human Subjects Training Certificate or CITI certificate), a liability waiver, and complete our online training modules during schedule online training times; this means they can be completely mobile while fulfilling each requirement. We are also in need of data entry volunteers. Data entry does not require any of the above outlined steps and the hours are more flexible extending in to the days following the poll. The link to registration and more information is here: http://studyla.org/

Registration will close April 26th

If you are interested, results from our past exit polls, including those for the March 5, 2013 Primary Election and November 6, 2012 Presidential Election can be viewed here: http://academics.lmu.edu/csla/projectsreports/losangelesvotes/

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Invitation for Students: 2014 National Collegiate Research Conference at Harvard

April 8, 2013

The Harvard College Undergraduate Research Association (HCURA) would like to extend an invitation to undergraduate students at University of Southern California to attend HCURA’s National Collegiate Research Conference (NCRC) on January 22-25, 2014.

NCRC is an opportunity for undergraduate researchers to share their work at poster sessions and to give plenary speaker presentations while hearing from leaders in various fields of research. Topics in the sciences, humanities, and interdisciplinary fields are all encouraged. For information about our recent conference please see our website at http://www.hcura.org/home/

For more information or questions, please contact Viet Tran, vtran@college.harvard.edu

Filed under Research, Student Orgs, Volunteer

Summer Internship with Assemblymember Jones-Sawyer

April 8, 2013

Overview:

Assembly Member Reginald Jones-Sawyer is looking for bright, self-starting, energetic student leaders interested in learning the dynamics of state government. The Assemblymember represents the South Los Angeles district that includes the Los Angeles Coliseum, the California Science Center, the Los Angeles Natural History Museum, and the University of Southern California.

Among the chief roles of the Assemblymember’s district office is to keep the local community connected with the legislative work taking place in the State Assembly in Sacramento. This is accomplished through community based events, constituent correspondence and everyday involvement with the community of the 59th District. Interns will be prepared to provide support to staff with special event, and special projects related to general administrative duties of the office.

Duties Include:

- A commitment of 10-35 hrs/week at the District Office in Exposition Park, Los Angeles

- Assisting in research, planning, and attendance (when appropriate) of upcoming events

- Providing accurate information in response to constituent inquiries & community issues

- Assisting with administrative office procedures and telephone inquiries

- Developing a clear knowledge and understanding of functions and practices of the California State Legislature

- Attending special events with the Member and staff, when appropriate

Desired Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have an interest in political science, public policy, public administration, local/state government, community organizing or similar areas of study or career paths. We are looking for young, self-motivated leaders with excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Proficiency in Word and Excel is also desired.

Benefits:

Although unpaid, interns receive important benefits like working directly with elected officials, community leaders and local residents on issues and events related to the 59th Assembly District. Interns may also qualify for internship credit from their university or college, as well as earn letters of recommendation from the Assemblymember and his staff. Parking passes provided for Interns who drive to the office.

To Apply:

E-mail a resume with a short cover letter within the body of the email to CAAD59intern@gmail.com or fax to 213-744-2122. Deadline for Summer 2013 is Friday, May 3rd. Positions based on availability.

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Phi Sigma Biological Sciences Honor Society meeting on 03/13 at 6pm in ZHS 360: Membership forms due and E-board elections!

March 12, 2013

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Phi Sigma will be having its third meeting on March 13 AT 6pm in ZHS 360. Want to find out more about joining and what we’re all about? Check out our website at http://uscphisigma.weebly.com/

This will be the last day that you will be able to join the USC chapter of Phi Sigma Biological Sciences Honor Society this semester, as this is the late date that membership applications will be due. Please be sure that your ENTIRE application is filled out, especially if you are applying for full membership. This means every blank that addresses you or needs your signature needs to be filled out. All other blanks that address e-board members or whatnot will be filled out accordingly later. Don’t forget that for the full membership form, there is a front page that you need to sign as well. If you do not have this complete, you will not be able to be officially recognized as a member by the national Phi Sigma organization. We will be sending in all dues and forms to the national organization by March 15, 2013, so please be prepared with your dues and filled-out forms at the meeting. If you are interested in joining, please visit our page at http://uscphisigma.weebly.com/membership.html for details. If you cannot make it, arrange a time with us independently to drop things off.

We will also be holding e-board elections so this will be the last chance to submit applications for e-board. You can send e-board applications to our email at uscphisigma@gmail.com and find e-board apps at http://uscphisigma.weebly.com/membership.html.

We will also be going over ordering cords for graduating seniors.

We hope to see you there!

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