Next step for getting into a MD/Ph.D program

[Prolix]

---

Members do not see this ad.

If possible, please don't quote.
Hello, I am wondering what would be the next step for me to gain admittance to an MD/Ph.D program.
I have a 3.93 cGPA and a 3.90 sGPA, and I am a junior. My MCAT score is 515 (130/127/127/131). Currently, I am working with one of my professors to start a research project at my school. I have also applied for summer research programs. I also have clinical volunteering with a hospice program.
Honestly, I want to be sure that I am competitive for an MD/Ph.D program, and I know that I need to work towards gaining research experience, but I was wondering what else I should do? Research is something I want to do, especially in the area of proteins.

 

[whistleberries]

You're looking really good so far. Do enough research to convince others that you know what you're in for, you've seen the ups and downs, and have a good understanding of why an MD/PhD will get you to what you want your career to look like. Some teaching/mentoring experience may also be good to have.

 

[Prolix]

You're looking really good so far. Do enough research to convince others that you know what you're in for, you've seen the ups and downs, and have a good understanding of why an MD/PhD will get you to what you want your career to look like. Some teaching/mentoring experience may also be good to have.

Thank you for your reply. I am/have been a tutor for literature, human A&P, organic chemistry, and chemistry. Would that count as teaching experience? I am also applying to be a freshmen mentor, would that count as tutoring experience?

I am definitely working on getting research experience, as I am lacking in that department. I was planning on taking a gap year, and my next question was should I work as a research technician or should I apply for a 1 year research masters?

 

[whistleberries]

Yes to both of your first questions, though I would classify the latter as leadership rather than teaching. And if it's a paid tech position vs. you paying for a masters, do a tech/RA position for sure.