Program Overview

Mentorship

Scholars must be employed full-time at the University of Washington or a UW partner institute. All funding must be provided by the host lab. Additional funding to support the scholar may be available through a UW department or institute affiliated with the host lab.

Curriculum

A flexible two-year curriculum beginning in September, featuring monthly workshops (approximately two hours each). Sessions focus on graduate school preparation, including personal statement writing, mock interviews, and presentation skills.

Networking

PROPEL NW aims to create a scientific community for postbac trainees in the greater Seattle area.

PROPEL started at UCSF in 2020 and the program continues to be a tremendous success!

PROPEL NW is a partner of the National PROPEL program.