RET 2010 Application |
1. Introduction & eligibility
We are pleased to announce opportunities for teachers of science, math and technology to work with research scientists and engineers at Harvard University. Through our 6–8 week joint Research Experience for Teachers (RET) program, teachers participate in educational and technical research as part of a scientific research community.
Research and education opportunities are available in:
Robotics
Materials Science and Engineering
Nanoscale Science and Engineeering
Biomaterials/bioengineering
Solar energy
Eligibility for Application –
o US Citizens and Permanent Residents Only
o Teachers whose schools are within commuting distance to Harvard
2009-10 RET Timeline – Important Dates:
Application Deadline: April 27, 2009 or until positions filled
Summer Experience 2010: June 25 – August
School-Year Follow-up: Fall 2010 – early Spring 2011
NSTA Conference – San Francisco, CA: March 10-13, 2011
RET provides:
• Stipend - $1000 per week for 40 hour week
• 6-8 week summer experience with faculty and graduate student collaborators
• Travel support to NSTA to present materials developed – up to $1,500
• Classroom materials funds
• Classroom activity development support
• Hands-on research experience
No prior scientific research experience is necessary. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. We welcome both pre-service and in-service teachers.
Research and education opportunities are available in:
Robotics
Materials Science and Engineering
Nanoscale Science and Engineeering
Biomaterials/bioengineering
Solar energy
Eligibility for Application –
o US Citizens and Permanent Residents Only
o Teachers whose schools are within commuting distance to Harvard
2009-10 RET Timeline – Important Dates:
Application Deadline: April 27, 2009 or until positions filled
Summer Experience 2010: June 25 – August
School-Year Follow-up: Fall 2010 – early Spring 2011
NSTA Conference – San Francisco, CA: March 10-13, 2011
RET provides:
• Stipend - $1000 per week for 40 hour week
• 6-8 week summer experience with faculty and graduate student collaborators
• Travel support to NSTA to present materials developed – up to $1,500
• Classroom materials funds
• Classroom activity development support
• Hands-on research experience
No prior scientific research experience is necessary. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. We welcome both pre-service and in-service teachers.