Summer Research Internship: Medical Science Lab Experience

Oak Ridge Associated Universities; Edgewood (MD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORISE program) invites current undergraduates and high school/GED students who will graduate by June 2026 to participate in a summer research internship at USAMRICD. The eight to twelve week program provides mentorship, hands-on projects, and exposure to microscopy, histology, RNA isolation, and related techniques in a collaborative laboratory setting.

Participants will contribute to experimental design, data analysis, and teamwork within a dynamic research

Qualifications

• Capable writing and speaking skills.
• Comfortable in a research team environment.
• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Experience with MS Office software products.

Responsibilities

• Learning techniques involving microscopy, histology, RNA isolation, cell culture, small animal handling, organ dissection, electrophysiology, plethysmography, fluorometry, and spectrophotometry.
• Gaining experience in aspects of experimental design, troubleshooting, and data analysis.

Skills

Writing skills

Speaking skills

Team collaboration

MS Office

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORISE program) invites current undergraduates and high school/GED students who will graduate by June 2026 to participate in a summer research internship at USAMRICD. The eight to twelve week program provides mentorship, hands-on projects, and exposure to microscopy, histology, RNA isolation, and related techniques in a collaborative laboratory setting.

Participants will contribute to experimental design, data analysis, and teamwork within a dynamic research