Diabetes and Endocrinology Research Assistance Intern
Zoetis

States considered: all

Role Description:

Mechanistic Biology and Pathophysiology of Endocrine diseases

Location: Kalamazoo, MI

Internship Summary: seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to join our research team focused on the mechanistic biology and pathophysiology of diabetes and related metabolic syndromes. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge endocrine research in an industry setting, working alongside experienced scientists and contributing to meaningful projects in animal health.

Internship Job Duties:

• Conduct literature reviews and draft white papers and/or knowledge graph on current advancements in companion animal diabetes research, including E.g. translational biology, diagnostic and monitoring biomarker discovery, and therapeutic landscapes.
• Perform routine cell culture, execute and optimize cell-based phenotypic assays, including immortalized cells, primary cells and tissue.
• Utilize various biochemical and molecular biology techniques, such as PCR, Western Blotting, and immunochemistry to investigate cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying diabetes.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret experimental data, maintaining accurate and detailed laboratory records.
• Participate in lab meetings, presenting findings and contributing to discussions on research progress and align next steps
• Prepare a poster to present at the end of the internship - internal purposes only

Internship Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a Master's or PhD program in Biomedical Sciences, Veterinary Medicine, Cell Biology, Animal Physiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field with 1+ years of lab-based training.
• Basic laboratory skills and familiarity with cell culture techniques, cell-based assays and molecular biology/biochemistry techniques, such as RNA extraction and purification, PCR, western blot, ELISA etc.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Passion and ability to learn new concepts and skills; Ability to multitask in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; Ability to present scientific results to a diverse audience.
• Previous research experience in diabetes, metabolic syndromes, endocrinology or related field is preferred.

The following hourly pay rates reflect the anticipated base pay for this position:

If the selected candidate is a student pursuing an Associate-level degree: $16.00 per hour

If the selected candidate is a student pursuing an Undergraduate-level degree: $20.00 per hour

If the selected candidate is a student pursing a Graduate-level degree: $32.50 per hour

If the selected candidate is a student pursuing a Doctorate-level degree: $36.00 per hour

The following hourly pay rates reflect the anticipated base pay for this position if a selected candidate were to be located in California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Illinois (Chicago area), Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Washington (Seattle area):

Student pursuing an Associate-level degree: $17.00 per hour

Student pursuing an Undergraduate-level degree: $22.00 per hour

Student pursing a Graduate-level degree: $36.40 per hour

Student pursuing a Doctorate-level degree: $40.30 per hour

Full time

Intern (Trainee)

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