Bioscience Graduate StudenInternship

About the Role

The Bioscience Division is seeking a motivated, enthusiastic post-bachelor's candidate interested in performing research within the facets of Genomics & Bio-analytics, Microbial & Biome Sciences, and Biochemistry & Biotechnology. The successful candidate will work with a team of scientists, technicians, and students on various projects, including exposure science and bio sample analysis, method development, data acquisition, and data processing. Depending on your skillset, this position will fulfill a role in one of three groups within the Bioscience Division: B-GEN, B-IOME, or B-TEK.

Depending on performance and funding availability, there are opportunities to extend the appointment by transitioning to other LANL positions or continuing education. The student will attend group meetings, participate in networking and social events, and have opportunities to craft peer-reviewed publications and assist in grant proposals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and report results to your team and mentors.
• Contribute to projects involving method development, data acquisition, and data processing.
• Attend group meetings, seminars, and LANL functions to expand knowledge and broaden interests.
• Participate in on-the-job training and opportunities for peer-reviewed publications and grant proposals.
• Work independently and as part of a dynamic, interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain and record work performed, data obtained, and follow detailed protocols.
• Present research results clearly and succinctly in both written and oral formats.

Requirements

• General background in biology, chemistry, or analytical sciences.
• Ability to learn and effectively execute new laboratory skills.
• Competency with computers and software applications for word processing, data processing, and data visualization.
• Ability to maintain and record work performed, data obtained, and write/follow detailed protocols.
• Ability to understand and present research results clearly and succinctly in both written and oral formats.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a dynamic, interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to work a minimum of 40 hours per week on a consistent schedule.
• Ability to manage time and see tasks to completion.

Qualifications

Education/Experience: A bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, analytical science, or a related technical field obtained at the time of hire or within the past 3 years but not yet accepted and enrolled in further graduate programs.

Skills

• Desired:
  • Experience with Genomics & Bio-analytics, Microbial & Biome Sciences, or Biochemistry & Biotechnology.
  • Experience with biological sample preparation leading to quantitative/qualitative results.
  • Oral and written communication skills demonstrated through presentations at regional/national conferences and peer-reviewed publications.
  • Desire to report work in peer-reviewed publications and assist in the grant proposal process.

Benefits

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with a large nationwide network.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Free basic life and disability insurance.
• Paid childbirth and parental leave.
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually).
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance.
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays).
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs.
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50-mile radius).

Work Location

This position is onsite in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Due to federal restrictions, citizens of the People's Republic of China (including Hong Kong and Macau), the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing LANL facilities.