Summer Biology Research Intern - Translational Lab Experience

Indiana Biosciences Research Institute; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 8,200 - 11,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana Biosciences Research Institute (IBRI) invites undergraduate and graduate students to join its Summer Internship Program. You will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic research environment, collaborating with scientists on active projects that advance real-world science.

The program runs May 17, 2027 – August 6, 2027, with a stipend of $9,650 for the full period, distributed bi-weekly. Schedule is 35 hours per week and a commitment through the entire program is required.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in (or recently graduated from) an Indiana university undergraduate and/or graduate program OR having graduated from an Indiana High School.
• Degree in a field related to biology and/or chemistry.
• Strong interest in scientific research.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
• Interested in pursuing graduate studies or a career in research or science policy.
• Commitment to the full duration of the internship.
• Familiarity with software such as Excel, R, Python, or statistical tools (preferred).
• Basic understanding of laboratory techniques and data analysis tools (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assist with lab experiments, sample preparation, and data collection.
• Review scientific literature and summarize key findings.
• Record results clearly using lab notebooks and digital tools.
• Help analyze data and prepare charts, figures, or short summaries.
• Join team meetings, trainings, and scientific discussions.
• Follow lab safety, biosafety, and ethical research practices.

Education

Indiana university undergraduate/graduate program OR Indiana high school graduate

Biology/chemistry background

Excellent organizational and communication skills

Independent and collaborative work ability

Familiarity with Excel, R, Python or statistical tools (preferred)

Basic lab techniques and data analysis tools (preferred)

Tools

Excel

R

Python

Job description

Indiana Biosciences Research Institute (IBRI) invites undergraduate and graduate students to join its Summer Internship Program. You will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic research environment, collaborating with scientists on active projects that advance real-world science.

The program runs May 17, 2027 – August 6, 2027, with a stipend of $9,650 for the full period, distributed bi-weekly. Schedule is 35 hours per week and a commitment through the entire program is required.