Research Network Development Intern
Position Overview
The Research Network Development Internship is a 4-week, project-based position that will report to our Science Director. This person will be responsible for developing a database of current tools and resources for our scientific community that can be used to promote collaboration between our Lafora Research Labs.
The position is virtual, part-time, and flexible hours. Interns are expected to work an average of 10 hours per week and will be paid a weekly stipend of $200 for the duration of the project. The length of the internship is four weeks, with an option to extend the internship for an additional 4-weeks for a second project.
Project Roles and Responsibilities
- Compiling a database of Lafora Disease Research Tools.
- Updating the Lafora Patient Mutation Database based on recent literature.
- Integrating the databases to a web-based platform for researcher access.
Qualifications
- A current Junior or Senior in college or a recent graduate in a medical science-related field, such as Biology or Chemistry.
- Prior medical research experience preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to develop strong, trust-based relationships.
- Comfortable with new technologies and platforms.
- Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to the mission of our organization.
- Proven ability to work with efficiency and flexibility.
- Self-starter, self-disciplined.
- Knowledge of Google Suite.