applications 

Join the Bay Area RaMP network in one of three roles:

1) Scholars - Post-baccalaureates interested in a full-time research and training opportunity

2) Advisors - PIs at one of our 5 partner institutions interested in opening their lab to a postbac scholar

3) Mentors - Members of interested or participating labs (e.g. graduate student, postdoc, other reseacher) keen to support the growth and scientific project of a postbac scholar and develop their own strengths in inclusive mentorship

Post-Baccalaureate Scholars

This program is designed for those who were unable to gain adequate research experience during their undergraduate careers. Those who transferred from community colleges are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants should be interested in a science-related career path and are encouraged to describe their specific interest in microbiome sciences.

Upcoming Cohort

• The full-time appointment term is August 5, 2024 - June 13, 2025

• Scholars receive a $42,000 stipend over the 10-month term

• Additionally, scholars receive $5,000 for relocation and/or insurance expenses

• 10 post-baccalaureate scholar positions are available

Eligibility Requirements

• Recent graduate (May 2020-July 2024) of a 4-year degree program (BA or BS) at an accredited institution

• Must be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National or Permanent Resident of the United States

• Must not be currently enrolled in a graduate program

• Preference will be given to community college transfers

• Application and references received by the deadline: April 24, 2024, 11:59pm EST (8:59pm PST)

Application Process

• Applications open March 18, 2024

• Apply using NSF's Education and Training Application (ETAP): Click here or below.

• Submit all application components by the deadline: April 24, 2024, 11:59pm EST (8:59pm PST)

1. Applicant Information

2. Personal Statement

3. Short answer questions

4. CV/Resume

5. Transcripts

6. Two References (Application can be submitted prior to receiving reference letters; however, letters must be submitted by April 24).

• Admissions decisions emailed May 17, 2024

Advisors

Are you a PI interested in hosting a postbac scholar in your lab? Are you committed to creating a supportive laboratory environment through mentoring? Have you previously engaged in diversity, equity and inclusion efforts?

We are currently accepting applications for advisors to join the RaMP network. If accepted, you will then invite a member of your lab to participate as a mentor (overseeing the daily success of the RaMP scholar and participating more broadly in the program). PIs may choose to serve as a mentor themselves if they are able to commit to all mentor responsibilities. When a mentor has committed to the mentor responsibilities and expectations, your lab will be included in the upcoming scholar application cycle. If matched with a scholar, your lab will participate in that cycle. Mentors (typically graduate students, postdocs or researcher scientists) can only serve in that role for one cycle, but labs can host a scholar for multiple cycles. If two members of the lab would like to split the mentor responsibilities, a co-mentor arrangment can be made.

For more information on being a RaMP Advisor and/or to apply to join, please fill out the RaMP Network Application.

Mentors

Are you a member of a lab doing research related to microbiome sciences? Are you interested in developing your skills as a leader and mentor? Do you value diversity, equity and inclusion?

Mentors provide the primary support for a RaMP scholar matched with their lab based on research interest, desired skill sets and project alignment. In addition to day-to-day mentoring, mentors are responsible for faciliating training sessions for the scholar cohort, and participating in mentoring development opportunities. Mentors can only serve in that role for one cycle. If two members of the lab would like to split the mentor responsibilities, a co-mentor arrangment can be made. Mentors will receive a generous stipend to support their participation.

For more information on being a RaMP Mentor and/or to apply to join, please fill out the RaMP Mentor Interest Form.