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Intern/Aide

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Science
    Research & Development
  • Houston

AI generated summary

  • You must be a high school student, a high school graduate, or enrolled in a college or university.
  • You will perform PCR experiments, gel electrophoresis, and microscopy, and utilize bioinformatics tools for data analysis and presentation of research findings.

Requirements

  • Must be enrolled in high school or be a high school graduate (or equivalent secondary education) or enrolled in an institution of higher education.

Responsibilities

  • Participates in PCR experiments, gel electrophoresis, and microscopy.
  • Uses bioinformatics tools for data analysis and document and presents research findings.

FAQs

What type of training will the intern receive?

The intern will receive training in laboratory techniques such as PCR, gel electrophoresis, and microscopy, as well as training in data analysis and bioinformatics tools.

What is the main purpose of the internship?

The main purpose of the internship is to provide temporary administrative or laboratory support to a department while the intern gains practical work experience.

What are the main duties of the intern?

The intern's main duties include participating in PCR experiments, gel electrophoresis, microscopy, using bioinformatics tools for data analysis, and documenting and presenting research findings.

What are the minimum qualifications to apply for this internship?

The minimum qualifications include being enrolled in high school, being a high school graduate (or equivalent secondary education), or being enrolled in an institution of higher education.

Is this internship available to high school students?

Yes, this internship is available to high school students who are currently enrolled or have graduated.

Is this position paid?

The job description does not specify whether the position is paid; please contact the employer for details regarding compensation.

Are there opportunities for advancement after the internship?

The job description does not mention specific opportunities for advancement; however, gaining practical work experience can improve future employment prospects.

Will the intern need any prior experience in laboratory techniques?

No prior experience is mentioned as a requirement; the intern will receive training in the necessary laboratory techniques.

Is Baylor College of Medicine an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

Education
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5001-10,000
Employees
1900
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Baylor College of Medicine is a health sciences university that creates knowledge and applies science and discoveries to further education, healthcare and community service locally and globally. Located in the Texas Medical Center, Baylor College of Medicine has affiliations with eight teaching hospitals, each known for medical excellence. The college has total research support of over $400 million annually, and more than 90 research and patient-care centers and units. Currently, Baylor College of Medicine trains more than 3,000 medical, graduate, nurse anesthesia, physician assistant, orthotics and prosthetics and genetic counseling students, as well as residents and post-doctoral fellows.