Virologist Developments in virology have led to the advancement of several disciplines, including gene therapy, which holds promise of therapeutic options for a variety of diseases. The UCLA Virology and Gene Therapy Training Program aims to provide a unique and outstanding environment for predoctoral and postdoctoral trainees pursuing research career in fields related to gene therapy.

Gene Therapy This program will establish a solid training in fundamental virology and its applications in gene therapy. The trainees will be exposed to clinical and diagnostic issues during their training to assist the therapeutic applications of their research projects, and be encouraged to form translational collaborations with basic and clinical mentors. This bridge in training environment will enhance the translation from basic science to clinical application in gene therapy.

Application Requirements

  • Curriculum Vitae - Should include research and
    academic achievements as well as publications
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Written Proposal - Should be written in NIH individual fellowship application format (SF424) and include outline of research plan and career goals with relationship to training program mission.
  • Academic Record - Transcripts and scores, as requested
  • Application Deadline - June 15

Predoctoral Applicants:

  • Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.
  • Should be in their 1st or 2nd year of PhD Program.
  • Funding begins September 1, and pays fees and a monthly stipend.
  • Must have taken M253 Macromolecular Structure, M267 Cell Biology, or other C level Course.
  • Appointments are renewable up to three years with satisfactory progress.

Postdoctoral Applicants:

  • Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.
  • Should be early in their postdoc career.
  • Funding begins September 1, and provides a monthly stipend.
  • Must have already obtained PhD and/or MD.
  • Appointments are renewable up to two years with satisfactory progress.

Application Materials and Information Contact:

    Sarah Starrett
  • Grant Coordinator
  • Student Affairs Office
  • UCLA Dep't of Molecular & Medical Pharmacology
  • 23-385 CHS Building
  • Email: sstarrett@mednet.ucla.edu
  • Phone: 310-825-0390

Printable program flyer:

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