IMLS Scholar: Polar Bear Conservation Lab Intern

Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Located at Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, the Center for Conservation and Research of Endangered Wildlife (CREW) seeks an IMLS Scholar for a full-time, 2027 January–August internship. The role focuses on the Polar Bear Signature Project, with training in physiological monitoring and laboratory techniques under CREW scientists.

The position offers a bi-weekly salary of $1,346 plus benefits, and requires a BS in a related field, plus coursework in physiology or endocrinology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in biology, animal science, zoology, or related field.
• Coursework in physiology, reproduction, or endocrinology.
• Detail-oriented, able to multi-task and work independently.
• Comfortable working with fecal samples in a lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Process fecal, blood, urine, and other samples accurately.
• Perform hormone extractions and immunoassays (EIAs).
• Review scientific literature to support research.
• Maintain sample inventories and data management.
• Support general lab operations including equipment upkeep.
• Participate in cross-training at a partnering research facility; travel may be required.
• Contribute to additional research tasks as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Laboratory techniques

Data management

Education

Bachelor of Science in biology/related field

Coursework in physiology, reproduction, endocrinology

Tools

R Studio

Bioinformatics

Job description

Located at Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, the Center for Conservation and Research of Endangered Wildlife (CREW) seeks an IMLS Scholar for a full-time, 2027 January–August internship. The role focuses on the Polar Bear Signature Project, with training in physiological monitoring and laboratory techniques under CREW scientists.

The position offers a bi-weekly salary of $1,346 plus benefits, and requires a BS in a related field, plus coursework in physiology or endocrinology.