Semmes Postbaccalaureate Research Fellow

Trinity Univesity • Waxahachie, TX

8d • $17 - $21

About The Position

We are recruiting two full-time Semmes Postbaccalaureate Research Fellows for a one-year appointment designed to provide recent graduates of Trinity University an intensive, mentored research experience to strengthen applications for graduate, medical, or other advanced professional programs. Fellows will work directly with an approved faculty mentor on an active research project, participate in laboratory/field work, and engage in professional development activities to build skills in research design, data analysis, scientific communication, and graduate/medical school preparedness.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree by May 2026 from Trinity University in a relevant science discipline.
• Prior experience working with the proposed faculty mentor on research or closely related academic work preferable (course-based research, independent study, or lab employment).
• Demonstrated commitment to pursuing graduate or medical education.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, organization, and attention to detail.
• Ability to commit full-time to the program for the duration of the appointment.
• 6 months of experience working at an institution of higher education; this may include experience being a part of student organizations and/or student leadership positions
• May work under pressure to meet office/project deadlines.
• Ability to take on assigned tasks with a high level of creativity, independence, critical thinking, and initiative
• The ability to supervise student workers, including facilitating weekly team meetings and managing student employee data
• Ability to maintain an appropriate degree of confidentiality
• Ability to cooperate and collaborate in the spirit of teamwork and collegiality and to work with faculty, staff, and students with confidence, patience, and integrity
• Ability to connect with others across differences of perspective and background and serve as a professional representative of The Collaborative in all meetings/interactions
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License and have a good driving history.
• May not have more than two moving violations in a three-year period.
• All jobs require a current Criminal Background Check (CBC).
• Willingness to travel on behalf of Trinity University.

Nice To Haves

• Prior laboratory or field research experience with evidence of technical competency.
• Experience presenting research or contributing to publications.
• Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving ability, and ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hands-on research under the direct supervision of an approved faculty mentor, including experiment planning, data collection, analysis, and laboratory/field maintenance.
• Participate in regular one-on-one meetings and progress reviews with the faculty mentor.
• Contribute to scientific writing: prepare components of abstracts, posters, presentations, and draft or co-author manuscripts as appropriate.
• Present research results at departmental seminars and at least one regional or national conference if possible.
• Complete professional development modules/workshops (e.g., responsible conduct of research, statistics, grant writing, application preparation, CV/ personal statement workshops, interview skills).
• Maintain accurate research records and comply with institutional safety and ethical standards.
• Assist with outreach or teaching activities (e.g., undergraduate mentoring, lab training) as determined by mentor and program needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees