UNC’s BioSTAR Office has multiple opportunities to gain research experience. Read through a description of each program to see which may be the best fit for you.

Biological & Biomedical Sciences PhD Program (BBSP)

BBSP is an umbrella admitting program for 15 different PhD programs across UNC’s campus. With just 1 application, BBSP students have access to over 350 research faculty in many different disciplines.

All of our PhD students can also access Training Initiatives in Biomedical & Biological Sciences (TIBBS). Through these programs, students at UNC can learn about academic and non-academic careers, develop relevant skills, and gain experience in different careers.

Postbaccalaureate Research Initiative in Science and Medicine (PRISM)

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine has introduced the Postbaccalaureate Research Initiative in Science and Medicine (PRISM) Program. This program is a paid post-baccalaureate research opportunity for recent graduates interested in research experiences in UNC labs for 1-to-2 years. For more information, visit PRISM’s website.

Summer Undergraduate Research (GENESIS)

GENESIS is a BioSTAR Office initiative dedicated to supporting summer interns affiliated with the UNC School of Medicine. Through tailored programming, professional development workshops, and community-building activities, GENESIS fosters a supportive network that helps interns thrive during their time at Carolina. The summer experience culminates in the GENESIS Summer Research Symposium, where students showcase their research through oral and poster presentations to the broader scientific community. For more information, contact Christiann Gaines, PhD, Director of Doctoral Success and Scientific Outreach.