The Fitzsimmons Lab is a member of the Dept. of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and is located in the Life Science Building on the main campus of MSU.
Email: fitzsi63 [at] msu [dot] edu
Hello prospective Spartans! Thank you for your interest in the Fitz Lab. Working in a lab as an undergraduate was a formative experience for me, and I care deeply about everyone on my team having an enriching experience. Please read the information on this page carefully before reaching out about opportunities.
For recent B.A. / B.S. graduates or soon to be graduates interested in working as a research technician, please apply via the MSU careers website. We cannot accept applications emailed directly. Follow the application instructions, and include a copy of your CV, a statement of your research interests, and contact information for at least 2 professional references with your application.
If you are are a postbac trainee in either the BMB Biochemistry Research Trainee Program (BRTP) or the Success in Graduate Education (SiGuE) program, please email Dr. Fitzsimmons.
Students interested in graduate training in the lab must first be accepted to one of Michigan State's graduate programs. These programs do not require a faculty sponsor to apply. We are currently affiliated with the BioMolecular Sciences Gateway Program.
If you are a current MSU MS or PhD graduate student interested in a rotation, please email Dr. Fitzsimmons with an overview of your research background an interests. Having a different background from the research done in the lab is not viewed negatively, however, you should clearly articulate why you are specifically interested in joining the Fitzsimmons Lab and how this will help you reach your career goals.
Interested postdocs should apply here on the MSU career website. We cannot accept applications emailed directly. Please follow the application instructions, and include as attachments a 1-2 page cover letter describing your previous experience and research interests, a copy of your CV, and contact information for 3-4 professional references.