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Sample E-mailSubject: Possible research opportunity in your lab?
Dear Professor Green Berries, My name is Cava Jefferson. I am currently a second year undergraduate student here at the University of Virginia and I am planning to major in Biology. I have significant interest in scientific research and I am writing to inquire about a possible research opportunity in your laboratory. I read your profile on the website and I was intrigued about your field of research of vascular system and angiogenesis. I would like to learn more about your research lab's work and if we are mutually interested, I also would like to know if there are open slots in the lab for long-term research possibility (2+ years). I understand you are very busy but would it be possible to have a quick chat about research sometime soon if there is space available for research? In addition, I have an apartment lease that starts in June - therefore, I am available to begin training in your lab this summer. Thank you and let me know whenever you are available to meet. I would appreciate any assistance you could give me. Thank you again for your time and consideration. Sincerely, Cava Jefferson |
Sample Resume for 1st/2nd Year StudentCava Jefferson
1234 Hoo Avenue, Charlottesville, Virginia 22903 Cell (434)987-6543, [email protected] Objective To obtain a position as a volunteer or paid research assistant in a biomedical laboratory (***REALLY NOT NEEDED***) Education Bachelor of Arts in Biology, Expected May 2014, University of Virginia Current GPA: 3.05 (***LEAVE IT OFF IF IT'S NOT THE BEST***) ***COURSE WORK LIST? As applicable*** Advanced Diploma, Wahoowa High School (2006-2010) GPA: 4.43 at Graduation, June 2010 Memberships/Leaderships VP, University of Virginia Economics 201 Clicker Club (2011) President and VP, Wahoowa High School Student Council (2009/2010) President, Wahoowa High National Honor Society Chapter (2010) Member, mu alpha theta mathematics honor society (2008-2010) Experience Wahoowa Technical Institute Wahoowa Technical Institute, Center for Biomedical Research Unpaid researcher, 2009-2010, D Groves Laboratory While conducting a high level high school science fair project with Dr. Groves, additional lab duties include cell culturing, running cell proliferation assays and miscellaneous everyday lab upkeep. Manager, Hoozza Pizza, 2008-2009 Learned to motivate employees and manage time effectively. Awards AP Scholar with Honors 2nd Place finish in Wahoowa High School Science Fair (2009) Volunteer Madison House, University Guide Services, University of Virginia Hospital (Guest Services) |