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2-Year Paid Research Experience

PiNBAC offers a two-year, full-time, paid research experience at Harvard Medical School, where participants work with experts and gain valuable hands-on skills in neuroscience.

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Welcoming Community

PiNBAC fosters a supportive community, where participants can connect with peers, mentors, and faculty dedicated to their growth and success in neuroscience.

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Presentation Opportunities

PiNBAC trainees have opportunities to present their research, building communication skills and receiving valuable feedback from peers and faculty.

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Mentorship from Graduate Students and Faculty

Trainees benefit from mentorship by Neuroscience PhD students and faculty, providing guidance, support, and insights into academic and research careers. Each trainee is assigned a “Mentoring Pod” composed of a Research Faculty and a PiN Graduate Student.

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Weekly Core Course

PiNBAC’s weekly core course exposes participants to various neuroscience subfields while also teaching essential skills for navigating lab environments and fostering professional development.

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Bootcamps

PiNBAC offers hands-on bootcamps, including a Python Bootcamp and Neuroscience Bootcamp for first-year trainees, as well as a Quantitative Neuroscience Bootcamp for second-year participants taken alongside Morehouse School of Medicine BS/MS students.

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Participation in Department of Neurobiology Events

PiNBAC participants engage in a range of Neurobiology Department events, including the annual retreat, symposiums, seminars, and more, providing valuable opportunities for learning, networking, and community building.

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And more!

PiNBAC offers additional benefits, including graduate school application support, access to a strong alumni network, and a range of resources to help participants succeed in their neuroscience journeys.