Questions to ask of a potential rotation lab

[LMac]

I'm meeting with a potential mentor for my first Neuroscience lab rotation today and was wondering if anyone had any tips. I plan to ask questions like...

 

-what project would I be working on?

-what is expected of rotating students?

-who would be my go-to?

-what happens if the project is not completed during the rotation?

-what training needs to be completed prior to beginning? (Biohazard, IACUC, etc)

 

Anyone have any other suggestions? Thanks in advance!

[risingsun11801]

Be sure to ask questions about what it would be like to join the lab, not just rotate there. How many students have they graduated and where are they now? How would they describe their mentoring style- sink or swim? Keeps a close eye on students?

Keep in mind also- the most important source of information about potential labs is current students!