Research Intern

The Geneva Foundation • Bethesda, MD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Research Intern supports a preclinical research study evaluating wearable, non-invasive sensor technology for continuous traumatic brain injury monitoring in rodent models. Under direct supervision, the intern provides hands-on assistance to the Principal Investigator and study team with experiments, data collection and entry, and laboratory operations. Work includes rodent handling, assisting with sensor monitoring protocols, data logging, and routine bench support.

This position is 100% onsite at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) in Bethesda, Maryland. Candidates must live within commuting distance of the Bethesda/USU campus and be able to pass the government background check required for base access. The schedule is intermittent, up to 20 hours per week, during regular laboratory operating hours.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of an undergraduate or graduate program in Biology, Neuroscience, Biomedical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and basic computer software.
• Must be within commuting distance of the Bethesda/USU campus.
• Must be able to pass the government background check required for base access.

Nice To Haves

• Prior coursework or exposure to basic laboratory techniques, rodent handling, or biological instrumentation.
• An interest or background in preclinical neuroscience, bioengineering, or physiological monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Assist with rodent handling, habituation, tethering in testing chambers, and data acquisition for non-invasive sensor monitoring.
• Assist with data logging, basic data entry, signal synchronization checks, and accurate record-keeping under GCP/GLP guidelines.
• Help maintain consumable laboratory supply inventory, clean glassware and equipment, and set up general bench work.
• Follow Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) protocols, DoD research safety standards, and institutional guidelines.
• Manage study documentation and records, and communicate with study team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed