Summer Research Program 2027 at Tulane University, USA | Paid Undergraduate Research | Earn Upto $12.50 /hr

Explore scientific research through a faculty-mentored project at Tulane University. The Tulane Summer Research Program at the Tulane National Biomedical Research Center (TNBRC) gives eligible undergraduate students an opportunity to contribute to ongoing research, develop practical skills and present their findings to scientists.

  • Position: Student Research Aide 1 – TNBRC Summer Research Program

  • Location: 18703 Three Rivers Road, Covington, Louisiana, USA

  • Programme Dates: 28 May–31 July 2027

  • Job ID: 2287

About The Organisation

The Tulane National Biomedical Research Center is located in Covington, approximately 40 miles north of New Orleans. Its summer programme introduces a limited number of students to the principles and practice of scientific research, encouraging them to consider research careers.

Tulane Summer Research Program: What You Will Do

Selected students are paired with a TNBRC faculty mentor by a selection committee. Each participant completes a short research project and presents the findings to faculty and staff.

Research openings are available in:

  • Comparative Pathology

  • Immunology

  • Microbiology

Applicants may indicate a preferred division, but cannot pre-select their placement. Students working on laboratory projects do not have contact with nonhuman primates.

Tulane Summer Research Program Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

  • Be a current student in good academic standing.

  • Have completed one year of undergraduate coursework in biology or a biomedical-related field.

  • Be interested in a research career and motivated to contribute to ongoing TNBRC projects.

  • Attend the entire nine-week programme.

  • Arrange their own housing and transportation.

Location note: There is no public transport, and no sidewalks or bicycle paths near the site. Applicants should consider these access requirements when planning their stay.

Pay and Research Experience

Participants in the Tulane Summer Research Program receive $12.50 per hour, based on a 37.5-hour working week.

The programme provides faculty mentorship, experience completing a focused research project and an opportunity to practise scientific presentation. Housing and transportation are the student’s responsibility.

How to Apply

The application requires both an online submission and documents sent directly by your institution and referees.

1. Complete the online application and upload:

  • A cover letter describing your career goals and including your email address and mobile number.

  • A résumé listing awards, accomplishments and organisations.

  • Unofficial transcript(s).

2. Arrange for the following to be emailed to [email protected]:

  • Official transcripts, sent directly by your university or college.

  • Two recommendation letters, sent directly by your referees.

The application deadline is 28 January 2027. Questions can be directed to the same programme email address.

Current Tulane staff, faculty and student employees should apply through WaveWorks instead.

Duration: Nine weeks; full attendance required

For undergraduates considering a research career, the Tulane Summer Research Program offers a focused opportunity to work with a faculty mentor, explore biomedical research and build confidence in communicating scientific findings.

APPLY ONLINE HERE