Science Research Beyond Wesleyan

CIS also currates research opportunites off-campus and post-graduation. If you have a program or opportunity to share, please send it to Anika (adane@wesleyan.edu). 

Upcoming Events:

Goldwater Scholarship Open House Sept 16

The Goldwater Scholarship Program is one of the oldest and most prestigious national scholarships in the natural sciences, engineering, and mathematics in the United States. By awarding scholarships to college sophomores and juniors who intend to pursue research careers in the natural sciences, mathematics and engineering, the Goldwater Foundation seeks to ensure that the U.S. is producing highly-qualified professionals in the STEM fields.

On Wednesday, September 16th at 3:00 pm Eastern and 7:00 pm Eastern program Ambassadors will be hosting an open house online event for interested students. Please join if you are interested in the Goldwater Scholarship. To be considered for Wesleyan’s nomination for the Goldwater scholarship, write to fellowships@wesleyan.edu with your graduation year, major(s), and planned field of study for grad school.

Zoom Link:

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89020790642?pwd=lLoqamaywr2srq3NTLEpUhoyZzc20q.1  

Meeting ID: 890 2079 0642

Passcode: 022563

  • Off Campus Internships and Opportunities

    Visit the Gordon Career Center's STEM Research site.

    AMGEN SCHOLARS PROGRAM at UCLA (full time support for summer research at UCLA): https://sciences.ugresearch.ucla.edu/programs-and-scholarships/amgen-scholars/

  • Fellowships and Grants

    Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)

    NSF funds a large number of research opportunities for undergraduate students through its REU Sites program. An REU Site consists of a group of ten or so undergraduates who work in the research programs of the host institution. Each student is associated with a specific research project, where he/she works closely with the faculty and other researchers. Students are granted stipends and, in many cases, assistance with housing and travel. Undergraduate students supported with NSF funds must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its possessions. An REU Site may be at either a US or foreign location. Read more about this program here.

     

  • Graduate Programs

    Visit the Gordon Career Center's Graduate and Professional School site.

    Dear Colleagues,

    I’m reaching out from the University of Michigan–Ann Arbor to share an exciting opportunity for students at your institution who are considering graduate study in biophysics or related fields.

    The University of Michigan Biophysics Graduate Program is hosting our 2026 Biophysics Graduate Ph.D. Preview Program, an all-expenses-paid campus visit for highly qualified prospective Ph.D. students. We will welcome approximately five students to Ann Arbor for an immersive experience designed to introduce them to our research community, faculty, graduate students, and the broader University of Michigan campus.

    We would greatly appreciate your help sharing this opportunity with students who may be interested in pursuing graduate study in biophysics, physical biology, quantitative biology, or related disciplines.

    What Students Will Experience

    Selected participants will have the opportunity to:

    • Meet with Biophysics core and affiliated faculty and current graduate students
    • Tour research facilities in the Chemistry Building
    • Learn more about graduate study and the U-M Biophysics Ph.D. program
    • Attend the MiMOB Symposium
    • Explore the University of Michigan campus and Ann Arbor
    • Connect with members of our interdisciplinary Biophysics research community

    There is no cost to participate. Travel, lodging, and on-campus meals will be provided for selected participants.

    Program Details

     

    Dates: October 25–27, 2026
    Location: University of Michigan–Ann Arbor
    Application Deadline: September 30, 2026

     

    Who Should Apply?

    We encourage highly qualified prospective graduate students to apply, with preference given to students who meet the eligibility guidelines for the Rackham Merit Fellowship Program.

    Applicants must:

    • Be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or undocumented students with DACA
    • Be recent college graduates or expected to graduate no later than Spring 2027
    • Intend to apply to the University of Michigan Biophysics Ph.D. program

    Application Information

    Applicants will be asked to submit:

    • Application information
    • Research statement
    • Unofficial transcript
    • Resume/CV
    • One letter of recommendation

    Begin the Biophysics Preview Application

    We would be grateful if you could share this opportunity with undergraduate students, recent graduates, and other students at your institution who may be a strong fit for the program. We especially welcome students with research interests spanning biophysics, physical biology, quantitative biology, and related interdisciplinary areas.

    Thank you for helping us connect with talented students who may be interested in joining the University of Michigan Biophysics community. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or would like additional information to share with your students.

    Best regards

    --
    Biophysics Student Services
    930 N. University Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
    Phone: 734-763-6722 | Email: biophys-sso@umich.edu  

    If you have a program or opportunity to share, please send it to Anika (adane@wesleyan.edu). 

  • Job Ads
    If you have a program or opportunity to share, please send it to Anika (adane@wesleyan.edu).

    Wesleyn Affiliated Full Time Jobs

     

    https://simonsfoundation.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/simonsfoundationcareers

    The Simons Foundation is a private foundation in New York City whose mission is to advance the frontiers of research in mathematics and the basic sciences. Founded in 1994 by Jim and Marilyn Simons, the foundation supports transformative science through grantmaking, in-house research and public engagement. The Simons Foundation provides grants in autism science and neuroscience; life sciences; mathematics and physical sciences; and science, society and culture. The foundation’s in-house research division, the Flatiron Institute, develops and deploys computational methods to advance basic scientific research. Visit the Simons Foundation career page to learn more

    Salary and Benefits
    In addition to competitive salaries, the Simons Foundation provides employees with an outstanding benefits package.

    Our Commitment to Expanding Pathways to Science & Opportunities for All:

    Many of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds, and experiences. The Simons Foundation is committed to advancing basic science and mathematics to benefit humankind and expand our collective understanding of our world. As part of our mission, we support partners, programs, and initiatives that seek to broaden the scientific community and open pathways to science and mathematics careers.

    The Simons Foundation provides equal opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state, and local law. 

  • Conferences

    If you have a conference or opportunity to share, please send it to Anika (adane@wesleyan.edu).

     

  • Workshops

    The New University in Exile Consortium Online Seminar Series for Fall 2026

    The Consortium’s Co-Led Online Seminars are taught by two endangered scholars – one who is hosted by a Consortium member institution, and the other a colleague of their choice. The seminars connect exiled and stranded scholars to the academic community they have lost, give voice to their expertise which has been silenced by circumstances, reconnect students and professors, and offer free, online learning opportunities to learners around the world who might not otherwise have access. These seminars introduce our scholars to a very wide global audience and cover many subjects that are often of current geopolitical relevance. Since 2019, Consortium seminars have attracted over 15,000 registrants from 156 countries.