Summary

The intern/aide will learn core concepts of imaging cytometry and male infertility, including semen analysis, sperm morphology, and azoospermia. They will help organize and curate sperm imaging datasets, annotate images to support AI model development, and perform basic morphology measurements using image analysis software. The project will culminate in a short presentation, a structured dataset, an analysis report with visuals, and contribution to a research poster or abstract.

Job Duties

• Develops foundational knowledge of male infertility and imaging cytometry research.
• Gains an understanding of basic reproductive biology, semen analysis concepts, sperm morphology, and the role of imaging cytometry in men's health research. 
• Applies introductory scientific data analysis and image annotation techniques. 
• Learns to organize, annotate, and analyze sperm imaging datasets using research  software tools while developing skills in data management and interpretation. 
• Strengthens scientific communication and professional research skills.
• Participates in laboratory meetings.
• Summarizes research findings, and contributes to scientific presentations or posters that communicate project outcomes to academic audiences.
• Learns more about clinical research.
• Helps aide medical students with research projects.
• Attends monthly research meetings with medical students and PI.
• Participates in writing scientific manuscripts. 

Minimum Qualifications

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