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Research Intern (Academic Credit) - Academic Pathology

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Cedars-Sinai

1mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • California

AI generated summary

  • You must be 18+, have a HS diploma or GED, reside in greater Los Angeles, and receive academic credit for the internship duration.
  • You will participate in meetings, learn lab safety, conduct experiments, perform data analysis, and present research findings alongside your mentor and research team.

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 appointment.
  • INTERNS: Those participating for academic credit must receive academic credit for the duration of the internship.

Responsibilities

  • Introduced to the projects of research through meetings with the mentor and independent reading and including laboratory safety and Animal procedure (2 weeks).
  • A project will be planned by the mentor and the intern. The following weeks will be spent completing experiments, initially with the mentor or research associate including learn basic laboratory procedures include protein work, molecular procedures, histological techniques and participate in ongoing research projects. Design and conduct simple research experiments (9 weeks).
  • Data analysis and research presentation (1 week).

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Research Intern position at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center?

The primary focus of the Research Intern position is to learn general laboratory techniques in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, particularly related to molecular biology and histology methods.

What types of laboratory techniques will the intern learn?

The intern will learn techniques including DNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, histological tissue sectioning, staining, photomicrography, RNA isolation, reverse transcription, and real-time PCR.

Who will be mentoring the intern during the program?

The intern will be guided by either Dr. Tourtellotte or Dr. Lin Li, who will meet with the intern to discuss project goals and evaluate performance twice per week.

How long is the internship program?

The internship program encompasses a period where the intern will engage in various phases including project planning, conducting experiments, and data analysis, typically structured over several weeks.

What are the educational requirements for applying to this internship?

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older, must have a high school diploma or GED, and must be enrolled in a program for academic credit during the internship.

Is there a specific location requirement for candidates applying to this internship?

Yes, candidates must reside in the greater Los Angeles area or surrounding cities while conducting all activities related to the intern appointment.

Is this internship paid?

No, the internship does not provide monetary compensation, as indicated by the base pay of $0.00 - $0.00.

What is the duration of the experiments and data analysis in the course?

The experiments happen over a span of approximately 9 weeks, followed by 1 week dedicated to data analysis and research presentation.

What kind of projects will the intern be involved in during the course?

The intern will be involved in various biomedical research projects that may include ongoing research conducted in Dr. Tourtellotte’s lab, focusing on neurodevelopment and diseases such as Alzheimer's.

What is required for a candidate to receive academic credit for this internship?

Candidates must enroll in the Student Research Program course (SRP-99) and need to receive academic credit for the duration of the internship as a condition of participation.

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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.