June 9, 2025 - Program begins
How To Apply
Apply by Submitting:
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Current Resume or CV
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Undergraduate Transcripts
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Two letters of recommendation, recommendation letters should be uploaded as an attachment on the applicant's UMN job portal along with the applicant's other materials. However, if a recommender prefers to submit them separately, they may be emailed to [email protected]
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Personal Statement: Describing your academic and career goals, interest in biomedical research, any research experience, if applicable, and how you will benefit from the PACE program (1 page maximum) Please ensure you have uploaded all requested materials with your application.
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Incomplete applications may not be considered.
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Be sure to allow your references enough time to write their letter before the application deadline.
For questions or more information contact [email protected], or call 507-437-9655.
PACE: At a Glance
- Starts summer 2025
- Open to graduates of undergraduate programs
- Prepare for transition into research-focused biomedical PhD programs
- Demonstrate understanding of scientific research methodologies and ethics
- Use communication skills to share findings with a wide variety of audiences
- Use cutting-edge technologies to enrich research opportunities for participants
- Support in completing PACE within one year of participation
- Incorporate intercultural development learning and skills in and out of lab settings
Program Benefits
- Salary and full eligibility for The Hormel Institute, University of Minnesota's benefit package, including low-cost, comprehensive medical coverage and paid time off
- Mentoring and guidance to foster a seamless transition into a research doctorate program
- Program designed to build a sense of community within cohort for support with participants and mentors
- Tailored seminars and professional development to expand each student's scientific area of focus and its correlation to biomedical research
Program Features
- 1 year comprehensive research experience in The Hormel Institute's cutting edge research labs.
- Professional development in a variety of topics & formats including journal club, grad school preparation, scientific communication, poster creation and presentation, responsible conduct of research, internal and external seminars
- Complete 2 week immersion program (Ramp Up) in which participants will learn from mentors and complete assessments to ensure seamless integration into the lab based experience
- Intentional student and mentor pairing based on research and career interests
- Customized Individual Development Plan crafted for each participants success