Research Fellowships in Traumatic Brain Injury
Components of the online application are as follows:
- Profile Information
- Educational and Employment History
- Essay Questions (goals, experiences, and skills relevant to the opportunity)
- Resume (PDF)
- Transcripts/Academic Records - Click here for detailed information about acceptable transcripts
- Recommendations
Submitted documents must have all social security numbers, student identification numbers, and/or dates of birth removed (blanked out, blackened out, made illegible, etc.) prior to uploading into the application system.
If you have questions, send an email to ARMY-MRMC@ORISE.ORAU.gov. Please list the reference code of this opportunity in the subject line of the email.
All documents must be in English or include an official English translation.
- Rodent surgery
- Rodent neurobehavioral testing
- Drug administration
- Collection of biological samples
- Euthanasia and necropsy work
- Histopathological analysis
- Data entry and presentation of findings at scientific conferences
Appointment Length
This appointment is a twelve month research appointment, with the possibility to be renewed for additional research periods. Appointments may be extended depending on funding availability, project assignment, program rules, and availability of the participant.
Participant Benefits
Participants will receive a stipend to be determined by WRAIR. Stipends are typically based on the participant’s academic standing, discipline, experience, and research facility location. Other benefits may include the following:
- Health Insurance Supplement. Participants are eligible to purchase health insurance through ORISE.
- Relocation Allowance
- Training and Travel Allowance
Nature of Appointment
The participant will not enter into an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DOD, or any other office or agency. Instead, the participant will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment through the ORISE appointment letter and Terms of Appointment.
Basic knowledge of neuroscience, molecular biology, and/or physiology, as well as proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel is required. Prior research lab experience, especially previous experience with small animal models (rodent), is highly preferred. Animal surgical experience is a plus.
B.S. degree is required. The internship requires a minimum 12-month commitment. A strong GPA (>3.0) with a major in neuroscience, psychology, biology, pre-med/pre-dental/pre-pharmacy, or an equivalent degree is a plus.
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