Endoparasite Biologist Intern

Zoetis; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Zoetis in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking an intern to join a cross-functional team of scientists to develop parasitology research focused on endoparasites. Responsibilities include culturing nematodes, optimizing in vitro assays, contributing to experimental design, data collection, and analysis, and presenting findings in intern poster sessions.

Enrolled undergrad or master's in parasitology, immunology, biology or similar; basic lab experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an Undergraduate or Master’s level in either parasitology, immunology, biology or a similar field.
• Experience with basic laboratory procedures and parasitology methods (courses or lab experience) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Parasite culturing, including both in vitro and in vivo aspects.
• In vitro screening and assay development/execution.
• Data capture in electronic database and statistical analysis.
• Literature review and hypothesis generation.
• Presenting research progress and results internally.

Skills

Basic lab procedures

Education

Undergraduate or Master’s level in parasitology/immunology/biology

Job description

Role Description

EndoParasite Biologist Location: Kalamazoo, MI

Internship Summary

The successful individual will work as part of a cross-functional team of scientists and staff at the Zoetis Kalamazoo facilities to develop and conduct parasitology research, primarily focused on endoparasites. Responsibilities will include culturing nematodes and optimizing in vitro assays. The intern will contribute to experimental design, data collection, and analysis, and will present findings internally through team meetings and an intern poster session.

Internship Job Duties

• Parasite culturing, including both in vitro and in vivo aspects.
• In vitro screening and assay development/execution.
• Data capture in electronic database and statistical analysis.
• Literature review and hypothesis generation.
• Presenting research progress and results internally.

Internship Qualifications

• Enrolled in an Undergraduate or Master’s level in either parasitology, immunology, biology or a similar field.
• Experience with basic laboratory procedures and parasitology methods (courses or lab experience) is preferred.

Hourly Pay Rates

• 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: $22.00 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

Hourly Pay Rates If 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: $24.20 per hour
• Student pursing a Graduate-level degree: $36.40 per hour
• Student pursuing a Doctorate-level degree: $40.30 per hour

Contract Type

Full time Intern (Trainee) Colleague

Equal Opportunity Statement

Zoetis is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status or any other protected classification. Disabled individuals are given an equal opportunity to use our online application system. We offer reasonable accommodations as an alternative if requested by an individual with a disability. Please contact Zoetis Colleague Services at [e-mail] to request an accommodation. Zoetis also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must possess or obtain authorization to work in the US for Zoetis. Zoetis retains sole and exclusive discretion to pursue sponsorship for the acquisition or maintenance of nonimmigrant status and employment eligibility, considering factors such as availability of qualified US workers. Individuals requiring sponsorship must disclose this fact.

Why Zoetis

Zoetis has more than 60 years of experience in delivering innovative, high-quality products and services that benefit our customers.

Zoetis Work Environment

We take pride in a collaborative spirit and high-performing environment where every colleague is given room to learn and grow.

Opportunities at Zoetis

We invest in our people and offer diverse and exciting opportunities to make a difference in a growing global industry while shaping the future of animal health.

Results that Matter

Our colleagues make an impact by working hand-in-hand with those who raise and care for animals to better understand and address the unique real-world challenges they face.