Scientist Training

A key initiative of Sidra Medicine Research is providing first class training to the next generation of Qatari scientists. They will also facilitate the process of clinical testing and discovery by adopting advanced technologies.

Educational Programs

• Master’s Program
• PhD Program
• Clinical PhD Program

To apply for training at our Research facilities, or for an opportunity to complete your research requirement as part of your MSc or PhD degree, please send your CV to externship@sidra.org.

Introduction to Genomics for High School Students

Our Introduction to Genomics (InGen) student program provides access to high school students to real-life research environments and helping them in their future career choices in science and research. Done in collaboration with Qatar’s Ministry of Education, the student program is open to 11th and 12th grade students from public and private schools.

InGen is a fantastic opportunity for high school students to work alongside researchers and scientists. It gives them a practical insight into what being in a lab and research environment would look like as well as the information necessary to make an informed decision in their studies and eventual career paths in science and research.

Sidra Medicine has a dedicated Biosafety Level 1 Laboratory for the InGen program, where students have a chance to learn both theoretical and practical components in genetics including DNA extraction, DNA quality checking and DNA amplification. It provides a safe and controlled environment where students can conduct real-world experiments, enhancing their understanding of complex genetic processes.

InGen also hosts information sessions for other science, research and educational institutions who are seeking to offer similar student programs. The sessions aim to share the successes of the InGen student program and explore opportunities for collaboration, allowing more institutions to implement similar programs and provide high school students with hands-on learning experiences in genomics and other scientific fields.

Let’s inspire the next generation of young people to consider careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).

To apply to attend a student InGen program or for an information session, please click here.

Please note that applications for the InGen student program need to come from the school administration and not individual students.