Left Research, what now?

[DrStraggler]

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So I recently left my undergrad research position because there was absolutely no room for advancement. It was a social science alzheimer's related study that basically used undergraduates for nothing more than making calls and fixing schedules. I did that for around 2 semesters.

Now I have two options but I really don't know which to do. One is a summer program offered by my Uni that basically guarantees a publication by the end of the summer. The second is another year-long cell research (bench basically) position, but actual experience,but no publication.

I'm definitely not looking to apply to a MD-PhD program, so what do you guys think I should go with? Appreciate the help.

 

[aSagacious]

If you're looking to beef up your CV go with the summer program. If you might see yourself doing bench research in med school then the cell bio position would give you a better foundation / skill set.

 

[flatearth22]

Guaranteed publication ftw. Just make sure you get to know your PI well so he can write you a glowing LOR to supplement your AMCAS description and pub.