University of Washington
University of Washington
Genomics Research Training for Data Scientists
Genomics Research Training for Data Scientists
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Genomics needs more data scientists to keep up with all the data being generated using modern genomics techniques. This program will provide cross-training in genomics research for Masters in Data Scientists at the University of Washington for students underrepresented in genomics research.
Students get paid to do genomics research while completing the UW Masters in Data Science Program.
Program Details
Program exclusively available to UW Masters in Data Science students.
Participants receive hands-on training in genomics data science research by working in genomics laboratories.
Conduct research part-time (15hr/week, Fall-Spring), then full-time (40hours/week) during the Summer Quarter. Program continues Year 2 part-time (15hr/week, Fall-Winter).
Career development, networking, and personalized 1-on-1 mentoring geared towards your personal career interests. Learn from and work with teams of genomics researchers to investigate and analyze genomics data sets.
Paid travel to attend research conference and present work.
Program Partners
Genome Sciences Association for the Inclusion of Minority Students
Genome Sciences Association for the Inclusion of Minority Students (GSAIMS) is a group of graduate students and postdoctoral scholars interested in expanding the spaces and support for underrepresented minorities (URM) in the Department of Genome Sciences at the University of Washington.
Women in Genome Sciences (WiGS) is a group of graduate students and postdoctoral scholars who advocate to increase inclusivity for women and underrepresented minorities in the Department of Genome Sciences at the University of Washington.
Diversity Equity and Inclusion Programs in Genome Science Department
Supported By NIH 1 R25 HG012337-01
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