Research Intern

Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related science

• Commitment to scientific integrity and outstanding record‑keeping skills
• Strong communication skills (interpersonal, verbal and written)
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Scrupulous adherence to rules and regulations
• Interest in animal models of disease; neuroscience
• Strong initiative‑taking; maintaining responsibility for learning new tasks and making sure they get completed
• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• Strong organizational skills and careful attention to detail.
• Strong time management skills and ability to coordinate efficient completion of different responsibilities.

• Experience with animal husbandry, handling, and basic behavioral experiments
• Familiarity with and basic ability to code in R and/or Mat Lab, demonstrated by past work or completion of course work. Basic proficiency with Excel.

• Resume
• Name and Contact Information of References
• Letter of Interest

Number of References: 3

Contact: Gabriella Mc Dermott
Cmed-Molec Physiology & Biophy
Bowen Science Building
51 Newton Road
5-660 BSB
Iowa City, IA

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