Organoid Culture and Assay Development Intern

We are seeking an intern to join our team and contribute to the development of in vitro models for intestinal diseases in companion animals or livestock. The intern will gain hands‑on experience in organoid culture and assist with the development of microphysiological systems models. This project will involve basic cell culture, immunofluorescence staining, cytokine analysis, and biomarker identification. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in in vitro assay development.

Throughout the internship, there will be numerous opportunities to engage with scientists from the Translational Bioengineered Assays Team/ Global Therapeutics at VMRD.

• Isolate and culture organoids, PBMCs, or local lymphocytes from target organs of livestock or companion animals.
• Develop and optimize organoid culture conditions.
• Perform various assays and analyze experimental data.
• Create visualizations and presentations for team meetings

• Currently pursuing a master or doctoral degree in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Veterinary Sciences, Animal Sciences, or a related field.
• Prior experience with cell culture, organoid isolation, PBMCs, ILCs isolation and development is preferred.
• Experience developing in vitro assays for inflammatory bowel disease or experience developing new approach methodologies/ microphysiological systems models with immune cells is recommended.
• Demonstrated passion for biological research, along with a willingness to learn and adapt to new techniques and methods.

• If the selected candidate is a student pursuing an Associate-level degree: $16.00 per hour
• If the selected candidate is a student pursuing an Undergraduate-level degree: $22.00 per hour
• If the selected candidate is a student pursing a Graduate-level degree: $32.50 per hour
• If the selected candidate is a student pursuing a Doctorate-level degree: $36.00 per hour

• Student pursuing an Associate-level degree: $17.00 per hour
• Student pursuing an Undergraduate-level degree: $24.20 per hour
• Student pursing a Graduate-level degree: $36.40 per hour
• Student pursuing a Doctorate-level degree: $40.30 per hour

Zoetis is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture our world and humankind by advancing care for animals.

As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock.

We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues’ careers, connection and support.

We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.