If you are applying for research or volunteership in any institution or hospital you might need to take an idea about what to mention in your request letter for the position, here is a sample to be send to the researcher or to the research coordinator:
Dear Dr. Researcher
Hello. I am currently a medical student at (or graduate from) Y College in Z city. I am writing to you in regards to a research opportunity and would like to know if you had a position available for an extremely eager to learn, determined, and passionate student in any type of research setting. I have completed my course training in Pharmacology and Community Medicine, which focused on clinical trials and research study protocols, respectively. In one of the research studies, I undertook tasks such as subject recruitment, data collection, and preparation of the case report. I am confident that I can apply and utilize these skills acquired from my training for a position in your department.
I am highly motivated and eager to research in Gastroenterology, particularly in IBD and colorectal cancer. I have already familiarized myself with some of the research being conducted at your institution. I seek the opportunity to show my strengths and help assist the research team to complete the tasks at hand. I am willing to work as an unpaid position to gain experience and knowledge, working beside the finest doctors and researchers in the field. I work well as a team member, am very reliable and organized, and continuously willing to learn. Dr. Researcher, if you could give me the opportunity to prove my dedication, loyalty, and determination as a research aid, I would be truly thankful.
Also, I am a US citizen / greencard holder / student visa, thus I have no visa-related issues. I have passed the USMLE Step 2 CS exam and am currently preparing for the USMLE Step 2 CK.
Thank you for your time. I hope to hear from you soon.
Regards,
xyz
