GOAL has a number of opportunities for like-minded individuals, working together to conduct high-level research on key areas across the life course that impacts population-based health trajectories and fosters optimal longevity. Additionally, teams are encouraged to develop practical interventions and sensible health policies.

Student Opportunities

  • Develop integrated literature reviews on key public health topics in aging and life span development.
  • Collaborate with faculty and other scholars in the field of aging research.
  • Work with quantitative and qualitative data, including large datasets such as the Health and Retirement Study, National Study of Caregiving, All of Us, and the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System.
  • Gain practical experience working with a multi-disciplinary team on writing grants and submitting funding applications.
  • Assist with manuscript preparation and co-author publishable peer-reviewed articles.
  • Present their research at national and local conferences.

If you are interested in joining the GOAL Research Lab, please complete the Interest Survey.