Research Assistant Intern

Core4ce; Ohio; On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage (

Training and certifications

Tuition assistance

Paid parental leave and PTO with TEN

Internal innovation program

Job summary

Core4ce is seeking a student trainee at WPAFB, Ohio to support research in biomaterials development and characterization. The role involves assisting across microbiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, materials science, and chemistry laboratories.

Under supervision, you will design and execute experiments using techniques from these disciplines. You will gain hands-on experience through bacterial culture, cloning, and analytic methods while maintaining detailed lab records and communicating

Qualifications

• Undergrad in a science-related field with solid biology, molecular biology, and chemistry foundations.
• Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to follow directions.
• Reliable, self-motivated and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Perform bacterial cell culture and growth, metabolite purification, synthetic biology, microscopy, and molecular assays (PCR, gel).
• Assist in interpreting experimental results and maintain accurate, detailed records of data.
• Communicate research data in written, oral, and visual formats.
• Maintain a safe work environment and follow laboratory safety policies.
• Collaborate effectively with laboratory staff and other personnel.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Follow directions

Reliable

Self-motivated

Education

Undergraduate science degree

Biology & chemistry foundation

Tools

PCR assays

Gel electrophoresis

Microscopy

Protein expression assays

Job description

Job Location

WPAFB, Ohio, United States

Tracking Code

1449-383

Position Type

Part-Time

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, with immediate vesting
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage—employee portion paid 100% by Core4ce
• Unlimited access to training and certifications, with no pre-set cap on eligible professional development
• Tuition assistance for job-related degrees and courses
• Paid parental leave, PTO that grows with tenure, and generous holiday schedules
• Got a big idea? At Core4ce, The Forge gives 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.

Salary Range

$17.00 - $19.00

Salary Currency

USD

Salary Type

Hourly