Post Undergraduate Research Opportunities on the UROC Opportunity Research Portal
Looking to connect with talented undergraduate researchers? The UROC Opportunity Research Portal makes it easy to showcase your research opportunities!
Instructions for Submitting Your Research Opportunity
Thank you for your interest in sharing a research opportunity with our students through the UROC website. By completing this form, you’ll provide important details to help students find and engage with research opportunities that match their interests and goals. Please review the instructions below to ensure your submission is complete and accurate.
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How to Fill Out the Form:
Opportunity Title
Provide a clear and concise title that reflects the focus or purpose of the research opportunity (e.g., "Summer Research Fellowship in Climate Science").
Opportunity Type
Select the category that best describes your opportunity:
Research Fellowship: A structured, competitive program that provides funding, mentorship, and resources for individuals to conduct research, typically for a defined period. Fellowships often focus on specific fields or projects and may include stipends or other forms of support.
Research Job: A paid position where an individual works on research projects, typically as a research assistant or technician, supporting a principal investigator or research team. Responsibilities may include data collection, analysis, and contributing to publications.
Research Volunteer: An unpaid opportunity to gain research experience by assisting with a project or lab. Volunteers typically help with basic tasks like data entry, literature reviews, or fieldwork to build skills and knowledge in a specific area.
Research for Academic Credit: Research conducted as part of a student’s coursework, where they enroll in a research-focused class or independent study under the supervision of a faculty member. Students earn academic credit in exchange for their research work, which often contributes to their degree requirements.
Timing
Indicate when the opportunity is available:
- Summer
- Fall
- Spring
- All Year
Eligibility Criteria
Specify the qualifications or requirements for applicants (e.g., academic major, year in school, GPA, prior experience).
Application Process
Provide details about how students can apply, including deadlines, required documents, and submission instructions.
Program Details
Include key information such as:
- Duration (e.g., 8 weeks, semester-long)
- Hours per week (part-time/full-time)
- Location (on-campus, remote, fieldwork)
- Compensation (stipend, hourly pay, academic credit, or unpaid)
Contact Information
List a point of contact for questions, including name, email, and/or phone number.
Additional Notes
Use this section for any additional details or special instructions (e.g., "Preference given to first-generation college students").
Why Submit Your Opportunity?
Increase Visibility
Submitting a research opportunity to the UROC Portal helps faculty and programs reach a wider pool of undergraduate students interested in research, increasing the visibility of their projects.
Support Student Development
By offering research opportunities, faculty and programs provide valuable hands-on experiences that help students develop skills, gain knowledge, and enhance their academic and professional growth.
Foster Collaboration
Posting opportunities on the portal helps foster interdisciplinary collaboration by connecting students from different academic backgrounds with research projects.
Promote Mentorship
Faculty and research programs can engage in mentorship by guiding students through the research process, enhancing their academic journey and providing professional development.
Advance Research Goals
Faculty can advance their own research projects by enlisting undergraduate students who are eager to contribute, assisting with data collection, analysis, literature reviews, and other tasks.
Streamline the Recruitment Process
The portal simplifies the process of recruiting students by providing a centralized platform for posting and managing research opportunities, saving time and effort.
Support Diversity and Inclusion
Posting research opportunities on the UROC Portal helps attract a diverse group of students, including those from underrepresented groups, fostering inclusivity and diversity in research.
Contribute to Student Success
By offering research opportunities, faculty and programs play a key role in preparing students for graduate school, careers in research, and professional development.
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact the UROC team at uroc@ucmerced.edu
We appreciate your contribution to our students’ success!
How to Share Your Opportunity
- Once submitted, your opportunity will be featured on the Find a Research Opportunity page or https://uroc.ucmerced.edu/Find-a-Research-Opportunity
Access and Review Submissions
- Use your UCM Single Sign-On (SSO) to view your listing directly on the portal.
This streamlined system ensures that your opportunity reaches motivated students eager to contribute to research across disciplines.
Have Questions?
Reach out to us at uroc@ucmerced.edu for assistance. Let’s collaborate to advance research and innovation!
