Joining/Switching Advisor Labs

1. Who should fill out the form: If you are a current student researcher wishing to switch labs, or a new student researcher wanting to join a specific advisor’s lab, please fill out the form. Note that filling out this form doesn’t guarantee entry, but it allows you to stand out by directly requesting to join an advisor’s lab.

2. Choosing a lab: If you are interested in a particular field but unsure which advisor to join, visit asdrp.org/asdrp-research to check out our research departments and advisors.

3. Switching labs: If you decide to transition from your current lab, it is important to maintain open and respectful communication with your current and future advisor. Please inform your advisor about your decision in a timely manner. This not only ensures a smooth transition for you and your advisor, but also upholds the collaborative and respectful spirit of research at ASDRP.

4. Check if the lab is open for submissions: Before submitting your request, please check the ASDRP Lab Availability sheet to see which advisor labs are currently open for submissions AND email the advisor's lab you wish to join directly with your request. Submissions to closed labs will be ignored.

5. Accessing the Form: The form is available through this student portal at asdrp.org and an email titled “Requesting to join an Advisor Lab” sent to your ASDRP account. You must use this account to fill out the form. If you don’t have an ASDRP account, please contact support@asdrp.org

6. Form Submission Limit: Please note that you can only fill out the form three times. Do not apply to three labs simultaneously, apply to one and wait to hear from the advisor.  We expect most researchers to submit requests to one or two desired advisors. Avoid making multiple requests to the same advisor.

7. Adding Your CV: If the advisor requires it, or if you wish, you can add your curriculum vitae link to this section. Remember to change the accessibility settings.

8. Multiple requests/submissions: If you make multiple submissions and more than one advisor accepts you into their lab, you must decide which lab you will join. Communicate your decision within 24 hours to asdrp.admin@asdrp.org and all advisors involved.

9. Switching Labs:  When you switch to a new lab, you must complete the Principal Investigator (PI) Specific Safety Training with your new advisor. The advisor will provide you with a form to complete. Both you and your new advisor must sign. Once the form is completed, upload the signed form here. After upload, turn the form into your advisor.

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We hope this information helps you navigate the process of joining an advisor lab at ASDRP. Best of luck!