About the role#
The Ramin Lab offers an opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in cancer epidemiology and survivorship research. You will work with a research mentor to study the long-term effects of cancer treatment, including cardiovascular disease and treatment-related cardiotoxicity. This is a structured educational experience focused on building foundational research skills.
What you'll do#
- Conduct targeted literature reviews to identify research gaps.
- Perform statistical programming and foundational epidemiologic analyses.
- Evaluate research regarding cancer survivorship and long-term health outcomes.
- Strengthen your scientific writing by documenting research objectives, methods, and results.
- Build presentation skills by sharing findings with scientific audiences.
- Contribute to a culminating project, such as a scientific manuscript or research poster.
- Meet with your research mentor weekly to review progress and receive guidance.
What you'll need#
- You must be 18 years of age or older.
- A high school diploma or GED is required.
- You must reside in the greater Los Angeles area or surrounding cities.
- If participating for academic credit, you must receive credit for the duration of the internship.
- Visitors must receive funding from an eligible sponsoring institution.
Location & details#
- This is an unpaid, hybrid internship located in Los Angeles, California.
- The term runs from January 4, 2027, to March 19, 2027.
- You must be on-site for at least 8 hours per week, including for weekly mentoring meetings.
- Remote internships are not permitted.
- If you return to school outside of the state, the internship must end.
About Cedars-Sinai
Cedars-Sinai is a nonprofit healthcare organization based in Los Angeles. Founded in 1902, it provides patient care, research, and medical education. The system focuses on clinical areas such as heart disease, cancer, and brain disorders. It employs over 16,000 people and serves the diverse population of its region.
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