Undergraduate Research Fellowship Student

Undergraduate Research Fellowship Student 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. 120 Veterinary Road, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, S7N 5E3 Internship. November 18, 2025 Description The Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO), Canada’s Centre for Pandemic Research, is a world leader in infectious disease research and vaccine development for humans and animals. Located at the University of Saskatchewan in Saskatoon, Canada, VIDO is home to one of the largest and most advanced containment level 3 facilities in the world. To strengthen the preparedness for emerging infectious diseases we are currently expanding our infrastructure to include containment level 4 capacity, a GMP vaccine manufacturing facility, and a new animal housing facility. Our vision includes having the capacity to study any emerging disease in any animal model embracing a One Health approach to prevent emerging and re‑emerging infectious diseases in humans and animals. As part of Summer Research Fellowship, VIDO offers outstanding and motivated undergraduate students an opportunity to work alongside one of our amazing research teams, over 12‑16 weeks. The students will receive intensive research training with a focus on infectious diseases. Opportunities will be available in a variety of research areas and successful candidates will be matched based on their area of study. Selected candidates will receive salary during the duration of the fellowship. Application requirements Applications will be received online until January 5. Please attach the following documents in a single PDF file to your application: CV Short personal essay (1500 characters including spaces), describing your professional/research experience, major accomplishments and a brief description of your interest in infectious disease research or your lab choice Copy of University transcripts The successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where 'Yes' is indicated below. Facility Access Screening including Criminal Record Check: Yes Driver's License and Abstract Check: Not Applicable Education/Credential Verification: Yes Vulnerable Sector Check: Not Applicable Applications remain open until January 5. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those candidates selected for the fellowship will be contacted. For more information visit: vido.org Note: The University believes equity, diversity, and inclusion strengthen the community and enhance excellence, innovation and creativity. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan. Seniority level Internship Employment type Internship Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Industry Research Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) by 2x We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr