Field of Study:
Immunology and Structural Biology
Department:
Department of MII, Department of Veterinary Biosciences
Rank of Student:
All
Desired Majors:
Biology, and other related majors
Hours per Week:
8
Compensation Type:
Voluntary Experience
Application Deadline:
Contact:
xu.4692@osu.edu
Private
Public
Project Description
The Xu Lab is seeking highly motivated undergraduate student volunteers to assist in ongoing research projects focused on vaccine design and therapeutic antibody discovery for cancer and viral diseases. Volunteers will support a variety of research activities under the guidance of senior researchers and faculty. Responsibilities may include literature analysis, participation in bench work and lab maintenance, data collection, writing experimental summaries and reports, and contributing to scientific reviews or manuscripts. Volunteers will have the opportunity to gain hands-on laboratory experience, develop critical thinking and scientific communication skills, and build a strong foundation for future careers in biomedical research or related professional programs.
Additional Information
For more information about the Xu Lab: https://u.osu.edu/xulab/opening/
Required Applicant Information
Detailed CV and cover letter
Required or Desired Skills
• Interest in biomedical research in fundamental and translational medicine
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Commitment to a consistent weekly schedule (minimum 8 hours/week preferred)
• Previous lab experience is a plus but not required
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Commitment to a consistent weekly schedule (minimum 8 hours/week preferred)
• Previous lab experience is a plus but not required
Faculty Member Lead:
Kai Xu
Starting Semester:
Summer
Length of Project (in semesters):
2