Research Assistant Intern

Core4ce Careers; Bath Township (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Training & certifications

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave

PTO and holidays

The Forge innovation program

Job summary

Core4ce seeks a student trainee to support research projects in biomaterials development and characterization. The role involves designing and executing experiments across microbiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, materials science and chemistry under supervision.

The position emphasizes accurate data recording, clear communication of results, and safe, collaborative lab work. Responsibilities evolve with business needs to support growth and learning.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate student majoring in a science-related field with a solid biology/chemistry foundation.
• Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Support research projects in biomaterials development and characterization.
• Design and execute experiments using techniques from microbiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, materials science and chemistry.
• Keep accurate, detailed records of experimental data.
• Communicate research data in written, oral and visual formats.
• Maintain a safe work environment and collaborate with laboratory personnel.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Follow directions

Self-motivated

Reliable

Secret clearance eligibility

Education

Science major

Job description

We are seeking a student trainee to support research projects in: biomaterials development and characterization. The successful applicant will join a dynamic laboratory with a broad range of expertise in microbiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, materials science and chemistry. Under supervision, the trainee will design and execute experiments using techniques from these disciplines.

Responsibilities:

• Bacterial cell culture and growth, purification of metabolites, synthetic biology, microscopy, protein expression assays, PCR assays, gel electrophoresis, and/or bioinformatics.
• The student 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 trainee will be expected to do so in written, oral and visual formats.
• It is imperative that the student maintains a safe work environment and follows common laboratory safety policies.
• Productive and professional collaboration with laboratory and other personnel is also expected.

This position is designed to be flexible, with responsibilities evolving to meet business needs and enable individual growth.

Requirements:

• Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance
• Reliable, self-motivated, hard-working, and detail-oriented.
• Undergraduate majoring in a science-related field, including a solid foundation in general biology, molecular biology and chemistry.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to follow directions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completed coursework in microbiology, biochemistry, cell biology, and/or genetics is preferred.
• Previous laboratory experience.

Why Work for Us?

Core4ce is a team of innovators, self-starters, and critical thinkers—driven by a shared mission to strengthen national security and advance warfighting outcomes.

We offer:

• 401(k) with 100% company match on the first 6% deferred, withimmediatevesting
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage—employee portion paid 100% by Core4ce
• Unlimitedaccess totrainingand certifications, with no pre-set cap on eligible professional development
• Tuition assistancefor job-related degrees and courses
• Paidparental leave, PTO that grows with tenure, and generous holiday schedules
• Got a big idea? At Core4ce,The Forgegives every employee the chance to propose bold innovations and help bring them to life with internal backing.

Join us to build a career that matters—supported by a company that invests in you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

*Core4ce provides the listed pay range for this position as a general guideline only and not as a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final offers may take into account a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, market data alignment, any applicable collective bargaining agreement, and other legal requirements.