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Hello all,
I recently applied to the NIH IRTA postbac program, but so far I have not found a PI. Today I was fortunate enough to be offered a spot in a neurosurgery lab (my top choice) that is not at one of the NIH locations. The PI noted that his lab is unable to pay first year post-bac researchers, and they instead must come on as volunteers. This PI is funded by the NIH through both the National Cancer Institute and the NINDS.
My question is:
Is it possible for me to participate in the NIH IRTA program with this researcher? He conducts cancer research at a notable medical school, and I really want to work for him. Unfortunately, I can not afford to pay for housing/living expenses without some sort of stipend.
Any information would be great!!
I recently applied to the NIH IRTA postbac program, but so far I have not found a PI. Today I was fortunate enough to be offered a spot in a neurosurgery lab (my top choice) that is not at one of the NIH locations. The PI noted that his lab is unable to pay first year post-bac researchers, and they instead must come on as volunteers. This PI is funded by the NIH through both the National Cancer Institute and the NINDS.
My question is:
Is it possible for me to participate in the NIH IRTA program with this researcher? He conducts cancer research at a notable medical school, and I really want to work for him. Unfortunately, I can not afford to pay for housing/living expenses without some sort of stipend.
Any information would be great!!