Primary Care Research Scholars Program

The Primary Care Research Scholars Program (PCRSP) is an optional and funded research program hosted by the Division of General Internal Medicine for students who are considering careers in Primary Care and intending to perform research on campus/site of research in the summer between their M1 and M2 years. It can be completed in addition to the four-week Area of Scholarly Concentration (AOSC) requirement. The application link for PCRSP will go live in February of each year with decisions announced in late March. 

The application consists of (1) a brief supplement consisting of a plan for the PCRSP weeks and a 500-word personal statement and (2) a student's AOSC proposal form (an AOSC requirement) or an alternate research plan for AOSC-exempt students. Students not accepted into our program can opt to have their application forwarded to the Summer Research Scholars Program (SRSP) in time for the final April 3rd deadline. 

As we live and work in the diverse community of Chicago and see a very diverse patient population, we are primarily interested in those with a strong interest in matters of diversity and inclusion. This program aim to recruit students from groups that have been underrepresented in medicine (race, ethnicity, disability, LGBTQ,  and socioeconomic status among others) and women, but all are welcome to apply. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis with a final deadline of March 4, 2024. Please apply online.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, underrepresented racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.