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Buck Institute for Research on Aging · 21 hours ago

Gap-Year Research Programs 2026

Novato, CA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad

$50K/yr - $60K/yr

Buck Institute for Research on Aging offers two Postbaccalaureate Programs for recent graduates to take a break after graduation before continuing their research career. The programs focus on Alzheimer’s research and critical molecular drivers of aging, providing participants with training opportunities and mentored research projects.

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Culture & Values

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Study the processes governing aging that contribute to Alzheimer’s pathology

Develop novel treatment approaches

Investigate insights into critical molecular and biological drivers of aging

Translate research into new therapies to improve healthspan and combat diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, cancer, and diabetes

Perform research assistant duties

Participate in training opportunities including a mentored research project

Qualification

Research experienceAlzheimer's researchBiological drivers of agingLaboratory skillsInterdisciplinary approachCommunication skills

Required

Recent college or university graduate

Participation is limited to US citizens and permanent residents for the SPARC Program

International students are eligible to apply via OPT for the Buck Postbaccalaureate Research Program

Completion of the online application in its entirety

CV or Resume limited to 2 pages highlighting prior laboratory or research experience

Personal Statement explaining interest in the Buck Institute and the SPARC and/or Postbaccalaureate Research programs

Scientific Statement highlighting prior research experience and specific contributions to projects

Unofficial Transcript listing grades from all completed coursework

At least one letter of recommendation must be submitted

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) retirement plan

Travel support will be provided

Company

Buck Institute for Research on Aging

Novato’s Buck Institute is the largest independent scientific institute in the Bay Area.

Founded in 1999

Novato, California, USA

51-200 employees

https://www.buckinstitute.org/

Funding

Current Stage

Growth Stage

Total Funding

$3.5M

Key Investors

National Institutes of Health

2023-09-11Grant· $3.5M

Leadership Team

Simon Melov

Professor

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