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Research Intern (unpaid)

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • Los Angeles

Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Must have a HS Diploma or GED.
  • Must reside in the greater Los Angeles area or surrounding cities while conducting all activities related to the intern or visitor appointment.
  • INTERNS: Those participating for academic credit must receive academic credit for the duration of the internship.
  • VISITORS: Must be receiving funding from an eligible sponsoring institution (employer, educator, funder, etc.).

Responsibilities

  • Provide a description of overall role including goals and objectives.
  • The internship will provide educational and career development opportunities in general laboratory techniques and cardiovascular research.
  • The candidate will be trained in standard molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, westernblotting), physiological animal models and mass spectrometry-based metabolomics and flux analysis.
  • In addition to technical skills, the candidate will develop project management skills, learn how to document experiments on a day-to-day basis, and analysis as well as interpretation of data.
  • The internship will be for a year starting in November 2024 with weekly 2-4h of laboratory activities alongside trained and experience research staff.
  • Intern appointment to be extended on a quarterly basis.
  • Introduction to Laboratory and Experimental Methods (incl. HR and IACUC training)
  • Training molecular techniques
  • Training analytical techniques
  • Drafting Report
  • Submission of Conference Abstract

FAQs

Is this internship paid?

No, this is an unpaid internship.

What are the requirements to apply for this internship?

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older, have a high school diploma or GED, and reside in the greater Los Angeles area or surrounding cities while conducting internship-related activities.

What skills and techniques will I learn during the internship?

Interns will be trained in standard molecular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, western blotting), physiological animal models, mass spectrometry-based metabolomics, flux analysis, project management skills, and data analysis and interpretation.

How long is the internship program?

The internship program is for a year, starting in November 2024, with the possibility of extension on a quarterly basis.

What is the expected time commitment for this internship?

The internship requires a commitment of 2-4 hours of laboratory activities each week.

Will I receive academic credit for this internship?

Yes, interns participating for academic credit must receive academic credit for the duration of the internship.

What kind of mentorship can I expect during the internship?

Interns will receive mentorship from trained and experienced research staff, and will also have the opportunity to learn from Dr. Anja Karlstaedt, the Principal Investigator.

What activities will I be involved in during the internship?

Interns will participate in laboratory training, including molecular and analytical techniques, documentation of experiments, drafting reports, and submission of conference abstracts.

Is there a possibility for future employment after the internship?

While there are no guarantees for future employment, interns may gain valuable experience and networking opportunities that could lead to job prospects in the field.

What is the pay range for this internship?

The base pay range for this internship is $16.78 to $24.71, but since it is an unpaid position, this pay does not apply.

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Since its beginning in 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the healthcare needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, continually setting new standards for quality and innovation in patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars-Sinai is widely known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai receives consistent recognition for our excellence. Our awards include; being named one of America’s Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, receiving the National Research Corporation’s Consumer Choice Award 19 years in a row for providing the highest-quality medical care in Los Angeles, achieving the longest-running Magnet designation for nursing excellence in California, and being recognized as The Advisory Board Company’s 2017 Workplace of the Year, an award Cedars-Sinai has won three years in a row. This annual award recognizes hospitals and health systems nationwide that have outstanding levels of employee engagement. Cedars-Sinai is a leader in the clinical care and research of heart disease, cancer and brain disorders, among other areas. Pioneering research achievements include using cardiac stem cells to repair damaged hearts, developing minimally invasive surgical techniques and discovering new types of drugs to target cancer more precisely. Cedars-Sinai also impacts the future of healthcare through education programs that encompass everything from highly competitive medical residency and fellowship programs to a biomedical science and translational medicine PhD program, advanced training for nurses and educational opportunities for allied health professionals. Most notably, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a longstanding commitment to strengthening the Los Angeles community through wide-ranging programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.

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