The Institute for Protein Design (IPD) at the University of Washington is a world-leading research center focused on creating new proteins that address some of the most pressing challenges facing society today. The Institute is developing innovative solutions in areas like cancer therapeutics, Alzheimer’s disease, vaccines, nanomaterials, and more.
The IPD is now accepting applications for its 2025 Summer Research Program. This paid, hands-on research program in Seattle invites students to explore computational and experimental protein design while working on groundbreaking projects in fields like medicine, technology, and sustainability.
The program runs from June to August 2025, in line with the University of Washington’s summer term. Participants will receive a $3,200 per month stipend for nine weeks of full-time research (40 hours per week). Stipends will be distributed in equal installments throughout the program.
Participants will:
- Collaborate with their assigned IPD mentor and others at the IPD to perform significant research project.
- Enroll in a 2-credit course supported by the IPD.
- Attend weekly seminars to enhance their research experience.
- Present their research both as a poster at a symposium and as a talk to the IPD.
The program is open to full-time undergraduate students at any institution. Students from underrepresented communities are highly encouraged to apply. Although students at all academic levels are eligible to apply, students in their Sophomore or Junior year (graduating in 2026 or 2027) will be given priority. Applicants should have a strong interest in basic or applied research in protein design and must be at least 18 years old at the start of the program.
The application deadline is January 12, 2025.
For more details and to apply, visit the IPD website.
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