About the Program
This program seeks recent college graduates for two-year postbac fellowships in genomics and data science. The program will focus on research training opportunities and career development programs tailored for trainees from historically marginalized communities who aspire to go on to graduate studies and careers in genomics, genome technologies and data science. Through supportive mentorship, trainees will each become valuable members of a PI's lab contributing to the research program, and over time they will undertake independent projects. Trainees will receive individualized guidance regarding the graduate school application and admission process. The program also supports the professional development of each trainee through:
- Development of an independent research project
- Access to JAX courses and conferences
- A travel stipend to attend a scientific conference
- Training in genomics
- Personalized planning for the graduate school application process
- Feedback on essay drafts and interview practice sessions
- Financial support for MCAT preparation and test registration
- Opportunities to strengthen scientific communication through Trainee Talks and the annual JAX Scientific Symposium
Participants also benefit from:
Program participants earn an annual stipend of over $41,000 and health benefits to defray cost-of-living expenses and training costs.
The JAX Diversity Action Plan (DAP) Postbaccalaureate Program in Genomics (gDAP) is supported by NHGRI and JAX Genomic Education.