Description

STEM for Development x THE RNA INSTITUTE
COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES UNIVERSITY AT ALBANY

Virtual Research Traineeship 2026

A Joint Initiative Expanding Access to Bioinformatics Research and Traineeship
Supported by the Talent Mobility Fund

PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Program: One-year virtual research training
Duration: January-December 2026
Commitment: 15-20 hours per week

What You'll Do:
- Conduct mentored, independent research with RNA Institute faculty
- Develop skills in data analysis, R coding, and scientific communication
- Participate in workshops on academic writing and presentation
- Receive mentorship to prepare competitive graduate applications

Eligibility and How to Apply:
Open to current undergraduate or Master’s students, or recent graduates who are nationals of Low- or Middle-Income Countries. Prior experience with R or programming command-line tools or bioinformatics.
Deadline: November 23, 2025
- Submit CV, unofficial transcript, statement of interest, and one letter of recommendation

QUESTIONS?
For more information about the program:
stemfordevelopment.org

For any questions regarding the nomination process:
info@stemfordevelopment.org

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN:
Program Features
- Mentored research under RNA Institute faculty with co-guidance from STEM for Development
- Graduate-school readiness training — writing workshops, mock interviews, and program selection support
- Hands-on skill development in R programming, data interpretation, and scientific communication
- Professional growth in leadership, collaboration, and research presentation

Outcomes
- Certificate of Completion and Digital Badge in Advanced Research and Graduate Readiness
- Strengthened graduate-school applications and international research readiness
- Membership in a global network of emerging STEM researchers

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