Bioscience Graduate StudenInternship

What You Will Do

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 a number of different projects ranging from exposure science and bio sample analysis, including method development, data acquisition, and data processing.

The student will be expected to contribute to different projects as need arises. The ideal student must be meticulous in their work, self-starting, independent, and able to communicate in a professional manner. Depending on the performance of the student and funding availability, there are opportunities to extend the appointment by transitioning to other types of LANL positions or continuing education.

Depending on your skillset, this position will fulfil a role in one of the three groups within the Bioscience Division: B-GEN, B-IOME, or B-TEK. You will be required to attend group meetings. Responsibilities include conducting research and reporting results back to your team and mentors. Furthermore, on-the-job training and opportunities will arise to craft peer-reviewed publications and assist in grant proposals.

In addition, the student is encouraged to attend seminars and other LANL functions to expand their knowledge base and broaden interests. The student will also have the opportunity to participate in networking and social events.

Minimum

Job Requirements:

• General background in biology, chemistry, or analytical sciences.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and effectively execute new laboratory skills.
• Demonstrated competency with computers and software applications for word processing, data processing, and data visualization.
• Ability to maintain and record work performed, data obtained, as well as write and follow detailed protocols.
• Ability to understand and present research results clearly and succinctly in both written and oral formats.
• Ability to comfortably 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.

Education/

Experience:

A bachelor e7s degree in biology, chemistry, analytical science, or related technical field obtained at the time of hire or within the past 3 years but have not yet been accepted and enrolled in further graduate programs.

Desired

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience with either Genomics & Bio-analytics, Microbial & Biome Sciences, or Biochemistry & Biotechnology
• Demonstrated experience with biological sample preparation leading to quantitative/qualitative results.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills 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.

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Located in northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our benefits package includes:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same 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)

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No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for…