Wenner Medical Student Scholar

Wenner Medical Student Scholar

Requisition :

Requisition Post Information:
Posted Date: 2 hours ago (4/28/2026 9:46 AM)

Posting Category:
Research

Division: INFECTIOUS DISEASES

Work Type:
Full Time Temporary

Work Hours:

9:00am-5:00pm

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Location:

Adele Hall

Recruiter:
Emelia Hailey

Recruiter Email: ephailey

We are pleased to announce that applications are open for the 16th year of the HA Wenner Scholar Program in Infectious Diseases. This is a single position each summer (8-10 weeks laboratory-based research) through the Division of Infectious Diseases () at Children s Mercy, Kansas City, Missouri. The position is partially funded via an endowment from the family of the late Dr.

Herbert

A. Wenner, a seminal researcher in polio epidemiology and vaccine development and former Chief of the Division of Infectious Diseases at Children s Mercy Hospital.

Fellowships would involve laboratory-based research study in Infectious Diseases laboratories under mentorship of one of the principal investigators including Drs. Chavez-Bueno and Selvarangan.

The start and finish date are somewhat flexible and can be arranged with the student s schedule in mind. All students who have completed at least their first year of medical school are invited to apply.

The student would have specific didactic assignments relative to the research project and would be provided opportunity to attend presentations at monthly research rounds and attend the weekly  case conference. Ultimately the development of an abstract for presentation at a local or national forum would be the final scholarly product of the student s experience. In addition, the student will craft a report to the Wenner family who provided an endowment to partially support the summer fellowship.

At Children s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Immunization:
Because we value patient and staff safety, seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated for measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and varicella if not immune, and/or be up to date with tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap). You will be asked to provide immunization records. Medical and/or religious exemptions can be discussed with Human Resources.

• Perform experiments in the research laboratory
• Compiling data or samples for studies
• Office/administrative work
• Present study results

• HS diploma or equivalent and No Experience necessary/On-the-Job Training
• Must be currently enrolled in medical school and serving as a research assistant in other environments; taking courses at least at the undergraduate level related to research methodology; conducting a research study as part of a course requirement.

The benefits plans at Children s Mercy are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families. Learn more about Children s Mercy benefits.

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $12.30/hr.

This position is not eligible to work remotely; you will be required to work onsite at one of our Children s Mercy locations.

Children s Mercy hires individuals based on job skills and ability. The hospital does not discriminate 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 diverse workforce.