Research Intern Available Title(s):
1457-YN_ADMINPRO - Research Intern Business Title:
Research Intern Employee Type:
Admin. Professional (+) (Fixed Term) Time Type:
Full time Position Term:
12 Month Position Details: Summary of Duties:
The Research Intern is responsible for investigative and laboratory work supporting research focused on sleep function and regulation across the lifespan, and its relation to neurodevelopmental and neurodegenerative disorders. Under general supervision, the Research Intern will work on research projects to study behavior of wild type and transgenic mice and assisting with tissue sample collection for analysis. The Research Intern will have opportunities to analyze data and interpret results, generate reports, and prepare data for publication. Presentation preparation and development will be completed with potential opportunities for delivering presentations.
The position will have an initial one-year fixed term, subject to extension based on mutual consent, performance, need and funding availability. Duties and Responsibilities: 65% Investigative Work 30% Laboratory Work 5% Other Required Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study or equivalent related field experience performing professional-level work with scientific or clinical research protocols. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. Experimental and analytical skills; understanding and knowledge of research theory; interviewing experience; excellent organizational and project management skills.
Additional Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in field such as Biology, Psychology or other relevant area of study. Experience may be substituted for degree. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail required. Ability to become proficient and comfortable with handling mice. Ability to work flexible hours, including periods requiring early start time and/or weekend days with advance notice. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with animals in a research setting Experience with molecular biology techniques (PCR, qPCR, western blots). Additional Information: Area/College: Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine
Department Name: Department of Translational Medicine and Physiology
City, State: Spokane, WA
Department Link :
Monthly Salary: Minimum: $3,379.14 , Midpoint: $4,120.90 , Maximum: $4,491.79 ; commensurate with qualifications and experience.
In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Successful candidates typically begin up to mid-point of the salary range. For more information regarding Administrative Professional (AP) Compensation at Washington State University (WSU), please visit the following website:
WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts.
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Overtime Eligibility : Overtime eligible
FTE : 100%
Temporary End Date: This is a temporary position expected to end after one year. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.
Posting Close Date: Applicants must submit their completed application by April 18, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.
Application Instructions:
Applicants must upload the following documents to their online application.
Resume (required) Cover Letter (required) External candidates , please upload all documents in the 'Resume/CV' section of your application. Internal candidates , please upload all documents in the 'Resume/Cover Letter' section of your application.
Documents may be submitted in one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF if possible. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.
Applicants will be requested to provide contact information for professional references within the online application.
WASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veteran, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.
WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: ; TDD Callers: , (f), or .
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