Worthington-JAX Postbac Researchers

A full-time research training experience for Worthington Scholars and alumni, with professional development and mentorship to prepare you for a career in biomedicine.

About the Program

Through our two-year semi-structured training program, recent college graduates immerse themselves in cutting-edge research as part of a team, pursue an independent research project with direct ties to human health and disease, strengthen their professional skills and improve their scientific communication.

The Genomic Education team supports the professional development of trainees through:

• Biweekly meetings with staff
• Postbac Journal Club
• Ethically-focused responsible conduct of research, rigor and reproducibility training
• Data Science training
• Science communication and professional development training
• Individualized advisement for graduate school applications
• Attendance and presentation at the annual JAX Scientific Symposium

Participants also benefit from:

• JAX’s reputation as a leader in genetics & genomics research
• Dedicated, world-class faculty
• State-of-the-art research resources
• Comprehensive scientific services
• Vibrant community of doctoral students and postdocs

Worthington-JAX Postbacs are full-time JAX employees on a fixed two-year term. Compensation includes annual salary of $45,032, health insurance, access to low-cost JAX housing, free access to on-site gym and other benefits.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants:

• Graduated from a public Maine high school.
• Will graduate from a Maine college or university in spring 2026, or graduated in 2025, with successful completion of a major in the biological sciences, computational or data sciences, neuroscience or other related fields.
• Plan to apply and enroll in a Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D. or M.D. program in 2028.
• Aspire to a career in biomedicine.

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Questions? Email [email protected].

This program is made possible by the Worthington Scholarship Foundation.