Open Positions

We believe that our science is better with a diverse team, and welcome trainees and students from varying backgrounds and identities.

Postdoctoral Scientists

Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, a cover letter that includes a summary of current research and future research interests, and contact information for 3 references to mshibata@gwu.edu.

Graduate Students

Students interested in joining the lab should apply to the GW Institute for Biomedical Sciences. Current GW students interested in rotating in the lab should send an email to mshibata@gwu.edu to set up a meeting.

Undergraduate Students

Undergraduate students interested in participating in research in the Shibata lab should send an email with their transcript and a description of their research interests in the lab to mshibata@gwu.edu. Preference will be given to sophomores and juniors interested in working in the lab for several semesters. Undergraduate students can register for Undergraduate Research course credits, or be paid through federal work-study.