Pathfinders Postdoc Symposium Application

Application Information

What to Expect When Filling Out the Application Form


The application will request the following information:

  • Your contact information.

  • Your graduate and undergraduate information.

  • List of the top 5 labs of interest. Click here to learn about the labs in Basic Sciences. Accepted applicants will be matched with labs of interest during the symposium, as best as possible.

  • Research Statement
    • The research statement should describe your graduate work and future goals.
    • The statement must be uploaded as a PDF with a 1-page maximum (Arial font size 11.  0.5” margin. Single-spaced. References and figures can be included but must fit in the 1-page limit).
  • CV or NIH Biosketch. 
    • CV should be a maximum of 5 pages and should include: education, research experience, teaching experience (if applicable), publications, presentations, awards, professional affiliations, community or university service or other relevant information.
  • Contact information for one referee.

Eligibility

  • Applications are open to students from all scientific fields interested in pursuing postdoctoral training in basic sciences. 
  • Ph.D. (or equivalent) students within two years of graduation or that have graduated within the past year. 
  • Both domestic and international students (subject to visa/visa waiver requirements for non-US applicants) are encouraged to apply. 

Important Dates

Applications Closed for Fall 2024

  • Applications open: June 3 2024
  • Application deadline: July 8 2024
  • Reference recommendation letters due: July 15 2024
  • Notifications sent: August 9 2024
  • Program Dates: September 12-14 (September 11 - optional early arrival)

What is Included

  • Roundtrip flight to Seattle

  • Up to 3 nights in a hotel

  • Meals + Ground transportation

For questions, please contact pathfinders@fredhutch.org.