OVERVIEWWe are seeking a motivated graduate intern to contribute to research projects in biomaterials development and characterization. The successful applicant will join a dynamic laboratory with a broad range of expertise in biomaterials, microbiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, biophysics and biochemistry. Under supervision, the intern will design and execute experiments using techniques from these disciplines.
Productive and professional collaboration with laboratory and other personnel is also required.
Stipend -- up to $3600/per monthMust work 3 consecutive monthsHousing will be provided at the Wright State University student facilitiesMust complete the internship between 1 April 2024-31 March 2025WHAT YOU WILL DODuties may include but are not limited to: Bacterial cell culture and manipulation, purification and analysis of cellular constituents, protein expression assays, biomaterials characterization, and/or bioinformatics. The intern will assist in interpreting experimental results and therefore must keep accurate and detailed records of experimental data. Communicating research data is very important and the intern will do so in written, oral and visual formats.
It is imperative that the intern maintains a safe work environment and follows common laboratory safety policies.
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU WILL BRINGThis position may involve working within a government facility and requires U.S. CitizenshipReliable, self-motivated, hard-working, and detail-oriented.B.S. in biology-related field, including a solid foundation in bacteriology, molecular biology, and biochemistry M.S. in biotechnology, biomaterials or biomanufacturing. (or equivalent experience) Proficiency in aseptic techniques for bacterial culture.Strong organizational skills and the ability to follow directions. Preferred Experience.Preferred Experience:
Biological microscopyManipulating, purifying and analyzing cell membranes constituentsIsolating RNATranscriptomicsCLEARANCENone
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