Summary

The Intern Aide – Research will support ongoing research studies within the Texas Children’s Cancer Center Histiocytosis and Lymphoma Program Lab. This temporary summer position provides hands-on exposure to basic translational research techniques while allowing the intern to contribute to laboratory-based research projects and scientific learning activities. The intern will gain foundational knowledge, build practical laboratory skills, and develop an understanding of key research concepts in a supervised academic research environment.

Job Purpose

Provides temporary administrative or laboratory support to a department while gaining practical work experience.  

Job Duties

• Learn and apply basic translational research techniques in a laboratory setting
• Assist with general laboratory procedures such as tissue processing and tissue culture
• Perform nucleic acid extraction, PCR, flow cytometry, and immunophenotyping under supervision
• Support laboratory research projects by applying concepts learned during training
• Assist with literature searches related to ongoing research studies
• Create, maintain, and update Excel spreadsheets for research data tracking
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations to support research communication and reporting
• May assists with special projects/programs. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in high school, trade/vocational school or higher education institution. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Current high school, undergraduate, or graduate student with an interest in scientific or biomedical research
• Interest in cancer research, laboratory science, or translational research
• Basic familiarity or willingness to learn laboratory techniques
• Comfort using Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow laboratory protocols
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based research environment