Intern, Functional Neuroanatomy

Alkermes

5h•$24 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Neurobiology Group is seeking a skilled candidate to participate in an internship (8 – 12 weeks) to assist with our drug discovery and assay development efforts. The selected candidate will independently conduct lab-based behavioral neuroscience research utilizing in vivo rodent behavior models. The goal of this paid internship is to provide an entry-level scientist with the opportunity to learn and take part in drug discovery research. The intern will operate both autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team to execute an independent project, gaining proficiency in advanced experimental methodologies and theoretical frameworks pertaining to CNS disorders. The project encompasses various facets of in vivo research, such as animal handling and dosing, necropsy, assay development and validation, as well as statistical analysis.

Requirements

M.S., or currently enrolled in Ph.D. program, for Neuroscience, Neurobiology, or related discipline
2-years minimum hands-on research experience in neuroscience, pharmacology, biology or related field
Proficiency handling and dosing rodents, preferably rat.
An understanding of appropriate experimental design and statistical analysis for planning + execution of experiments independently.
Good presentation and oral/written communication skills.
The ability to work and thrive in a collaborative environment.
Outstanding initiative to learn new techniques and procedures.
Proficient organizational skills and data management

Nice To Haves

Ability to search and interpret scientific literature surrounding CNS disorders.
Experience with operant conditioning or related behavioral neuroscience models in rodents
Experience performing basic ex-vivo tissue processing techniques