Summer Scholars

Summer Scholars – Final date to receive applications

Summer Scholars – Accepting applications until February 15.

Under the supervision of a CMRI investigator, the Summer Scholars will receive training in the techniques necessary to assist with research studies specifically designed for this program. These full‑time positions will begin on June 1 and will last ten to twelve weeks, depending on individual student availability.

Applicants are requested to rank their top three selections from the following divisions:

• Neonatology
• Center for Children’s Healthy Lifestyles and Nutrition
• Radiology
• Developmental Medicine
• Clinical Pharmacology, Toxicology & Therapeutic Innovation
• Health Services and Outcomes Research
• Palliative Care and Bioethics
• Genomic Medicine Center
• Emergency Medicine & Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine
• Health Services and Outcomes Research & Ear, Nose and Throat
• Heart Center/Cardiology

• Attend educational and professional development activities
• Prepare and analyze study samples
• Conduct interviews or observations with study participants
• Compile and analyze data for research studies
• Present study findings at the end‑of‑program capstone event

• HS diploma or equivalent and enrollment in an undergraduate program with a minimum 3.0 GPA

The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

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Our pay range is market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $18.00/hr.

This position is not eligible to work remotely. The person hired will be required to work onsite at one of our Children’s Mercy locations and may not work from home.

Children’s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise, and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents, and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation are all factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status.

A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

CM is committed to creating a workforce that supports the diverse backgrounds of our patients and families. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team, so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home  recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, and beliefs.

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