IRACDA NY-CAPS Program
Frequently Asked Questions
Is prior teaching experience a mandatory program requirement?
Prior experience is helpful, but not required. More importantly, applicants must show an interest in teaching at institutions that serve a population of students inclusive of students from diverse and underrepresented minority groups.
Is the IRACDA NY-CAPS program only open to members of underrepresented groups?
No, all racial and ethnic groups are encouraged to apply. However, successful applicants must demonstrate a commitment to encouraging underrepresented minority students' increased participation in biomedical research careers, which is a specific mission of the NY-CAPS program.
Am I responsible for securing a faculty mentor prior to Applying?
No. Applicants are required to list three faculty of interest on their application. The NY-CAPS program administration will assist you with finding a lab that is a good fit. We encourage you to research our faculty and their interests using this website.
What is the Teaching Requirement of NY-CAPS fellows?
NY-CAPS fellows will commit approximately 25% of their time to teaching and 75% to research. The Teaching requirement at Partner Institutions usually begins in the second year.
Can I choose what conferences I attend?
All NY-CAPS fellows are required to attend the annual IRACDA meeting. Funding may also be available for Scholars to attend one scientific conference annually for presentation of scholarly research.
Prior experience is helpful, but not required. More importantly, applicants must show an interest in teaching at institutions that serve a population of students inclusive of students from diverse and underrepresented minority groups.
Is the IRACDA NY-CAPS program only open to members of underrepresented groups?
No, all racial and ethnic groups are encouraged to apply. However, successful applicants must demonstrate a commitment to encouraging underrepresented minority students' increased participation in biomedical research careers, which is a specific mission of the NY-CAPS program.
Am I responsible for securing a faculty mentor prior to Applying?
No. Applicants are required to list three faculty of interest on their application. The NY-CAPS program administration will assist you with finding a lab that is a good fit. We encourage you to research our faculty and their interests using this website.
What is the Teaching Requirement of NY-CAPS fellows?
NY-CAPS fellows will commit approximately 25% of their time to teaching and 75% to research. The Teaching requirement at Partner Institutions usually begins in the second year.
Can I choose what conferences I attend?
All NY-CAPS fellows are required to attend the annual IRACDA meeting. Funding may also be available for Scholars to attend one scientific conference annually for presentation of scholarly research.
