NAMRU-D: Applied Science Research Internship - Undergraduate

ORAU; Dayton (OH); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Supplement

Relocation Allowance

Training and Travel Allowance

Job summary

ORISE at Wright Patterson AFB, Dayton, OH seeks a motivated STEM student for a 12-month research internship supporting muscle fatigue and environmental stress studies relevant to Naval aviators.

Under a mentor, you will gain hands-on experience in laboratory assays, data collection, and physiology-based tasks, with exposure to operational needs of the Navy and opportunities for health insurance, relocation/travel allowances, and professional development.

Qualifications

• STEM undergraduate degree completed within last 5 years or by 06/02/2025.
• Experience with biochemical assays.
• Interest in biomedical and engineering applied research.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to conduct lab work and remote/online work as needed.

Skills

Biochemical assays

Biomedical and engineering interest

Applied research and testing

Microsoft Office

Lab remote work ability

Education

STEM undergraduate degree (within last 5 years)

Job description

Organization

U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

Reference Code

NAMRU-Dayton-2025-0001

Description

Naval Medical Research Unit Dayton conducts research on environmental health effects and aerospace medicine, addressing health and performance challenges faced by service members in operational military environments.

What will I be doing and why should I apply?

Under the guidance of a mentor, you will gain hands‑on experience in human performance research associated with muscle fatigue and environmental stress as experienced by Naval tactical aviators. The intended research support includes projects associated with physiological response to dietary supplements, fatiguing exercises, and thermal stress to further our understanding of muscle fatigue, injury, and stress biomarkers. As a participant, you will gain significant insight into research lab operations, data collection, and physiology‑based tasks for evaluation of warfighter performance, and clinical research applications. Additionally, you will learn about multidisciplinary applied research and gain an understanding of the operational needs of the joint fleet, while supporting research in areas that are practicable and pertinent to the United States Navy.

Where will I be located?

Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Dayton, OH

What is the anticipated start date?

Exact start dates will be determined at the time of selection and in coordination with the selected candidate. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and internships will be filled as qualified candidates are identified.

What is the appointment length?

This appointment is a 12‑month research appointment, with the possibility to be renewed for additional research periods. Appointments may be extended depending on funding availability, project assignment, program rules, and availability of the participant.

What are the provisions?

• Health Insurance Supplement (Participants are eligible to purchase health insurance through ORISE)
• Relocation Allowance
• Training and Travel Allowance

About ORISE

This program, administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and DoD. Participants do not enter into an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DoD or any other office or agency. Instead, you will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment through the ORISE appointment letter and Terms of Appointment. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE. For more information, visit the ORISE Research Participation Program at the U.S. Department of Defense.

Qualifications

The qualified candidate will have a STEM program undergraduate degree received within the last 5 years or will have completed such a degree by June 2nd, 2025.

• Experience in biochemical assays
• Biomedical and engineering interest
• Applied research and testing interest
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office
• Ability to execute research in the laboratory while also able to work online/independently/remotely as needed

Application Requirements

• Zintellect Profile
• Educational and Employment History
• Essay Questions (goals, experiences, and skills relevant to the opportunity)
• Resume (PDF)
• Transcripts/Academic Records - Please upload a copy of a transcript for your current or most recent degree program that meets the disciplinary qualifications of the opportunity.

Point of Contact

Richard

Eligibility Requirements

• Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Only
• Degree: High School Diploma/GED, Associate's Degree, or Bachelor's Degree received within the last 60 months or anticipated to be received by 6/2/2025 12:00:00 AM.
• Discipline(s):
  • Life Health and Medical Sciences
    • Biochemistry
    • Physiology