Research Intern | Krueger Lab | College of Veterinary Medicine

Washington State University • Spokane, WA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

As the Research Intern for the Krueger Lab with the College of Veterinary Medicine, you will perform research in the neurobiology of sleep, circadian rhythms, feeding, thermoregulation, and related central nervous system functions. Your work performed includes surgical and behavioral manipulation of experiments, computerized collection and analysis of physiological and behavioral data, and basic tissue sampling procedures. The work in biorhythms sometimes requires non-traditional work hours for tissue collections and other experimental manipulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study or equivalent related field experience performing work with research, 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.
• B.A. or B.S. in a science-related field (i.e. Biology, Chemistry, Neuroscience, or Animal Science).
• Proficient in computer skills including spreadsheets and word processing and statistical software.
• Familiarity with basic laboratory methods (making solutions, pipetting, operating autoclave and centrifuges).
• Experience with small laboratory animal handling/research.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated general knowledge of statistics.
• Experience with animal surgical procedures.
• Experience with polysomnographic coding software.

Responsibilities

• Perform research in the neurobiology of sleep, circadian rhythms, feeding, thermoregulation, and related central nervous system functions.
• Conduct surgical and behavioral manipulation of experiments.
• Perform computerized collection and analysis of physiological and behavioral data.
• Carry out basic tissue sampling procedures.

Benefits

• Paid sick and vacation leave
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents
• Retirement
• Deferred compensation
• Optional supplemental retirement accounts
• Training and development
• Employee tuition waiver

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level