Our educational life science experiences and programs offer college students and recent graduates the opportunity to gain industry-recognized laboratory and professional lab skills through training courses, internships, and fellowships in STEM-related fields. In these programs, students will build their resume and develop the necessary research and lab skills to pursue successful life science careers.
This hybrid course provides hands-on training industry-standard knowledge and skills in bacterial cloning, genomic and plasmid DNA isolation, PCR, restriction digest, and gel electrophoresis as well as experimental design and execution. Students will learn classic techniques as well as cutting-edge technologies to edit cellular genome.
Prerequisite Molecular Biology 1
This hybrid course consists of a weekly asynchronous module that prepares students for the in-person laboratory activities. Students will acquire and demonstrate knowledge and skills in PCR, gel electrophoresis, protein purification, quantification, experimental design, and execution.
Prerequisite Molecular Biology 1 & 2
Students will learn cell culture and molecular biology techniques that are performed in research and development immuno-oncology laboratories. This experience will offer the next step in training by providing meaningful skill development in a hands-on research project.
Prerequisite Molecular Biology 1
Students will dive deeper into experimental design and execution with a focus on cutting-edge techniques in the field of cancer immunotherapy. Building on the foundational skills acquired in Molecular Biology 1, students will explore the mechanisms of how immune cells can be engineered to target and destroy cancer cells.
This 9-week internship equips students with vital workplace skills in a biotech setting. Students will learn laboratory operations, effective communication, and engage with multidisciplinary scientists. Students will have the opportunity to earn a UCI digital credential in the Fundamentals of Cell Culture.
Hone your research skills with unique educational research opportunities for college students. Our STEM scholarships are designed to financially support the next generation of life science talent as they enter the biotech research space by ensuring they have the ability to further their STEM educations with experienced mentors and technical laboratory experiences.
All students will be considered for need-based scholarships at the time of application.
Beginning a career in the life science industry requires meaningful laboratory experience. Our Life Science Pathway from College to Career flyers sets students up for success as they begin their journey in biotech research and development.
Connect with other like-minded life science researchers and build a network of connections within SoCal’s life sciences innovation ecosystem.
