Biology Research Intern (2027)

Job Description

Job Description

IBRI is poised to transform life sciences—and for millions of people, even life itself.

The Opportunity:

The IBRI is seeking motivated undergraduate or graduate students for our IBRI SPARK Internship Program. Interns will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic non-profit, research environment, working alongside scientists and professionals on active projects that contribute to real-world scientific advancement and business enablement.

Scientific Research Interns will gain laboratory-based contributing to research projects that advance translational science and biomedical innovation.

Program Dates: May 17, 2027 – August 6, 2027

Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted through November 30, 2026. For priority consideration, apply by October 15, 2026.

Please include the following:

• Resume or CV
• Cover letter describing your interest in the position and relevant experience
• Unofficial academic transcript
• Letter(s) of recommendation (optional, but encouraged)

Schedule: 35 hours per week

Stipend: This internship includes a stipend of $9,650 for the full program, disbursed in bi-weekly installments on or before the 7th and 22nd of each month.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the design, setup, and execution of laboratory experiments under the guidance of research staff
• Perform routine lab techniques such as sample preparation, assay development, or data collection
• Maintain accurate lab notebooks and documentation in accordance with IBRI standards
• Analyze and help interpret experimental data and contribute to summaries or presentations of findings
• Participate in team meetings and present findings or progress updates
• Maintain accurate records and follow safety and ethical guidelines
• Participate in seminars and trainings on professional development and scientific topics

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in (or recently graduated from) an Indiana university undergraduate and/or graduate program OR having graduated from an Indiana High School
• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, or a related life sciences field, or a recent graduate of such a program
• Coursework or laboratory experience in general chemistry, biology, or related lab techniques (preferred)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications
• Commitment to the full duration of the internship

About Us:

The Indiana Biosciences Research Institute (IBRI) is a first-in-class translational medicine institute dedicated to advancing life sciences in the race to eliminate disease and improve human health and life.

By connecting early-stage biotech companies with cutting-edge life science discoveries —and backed by the mission and resources of industry leaders, investors, and philanthropic partners—IBRI is successfully evolving a new, independent model to conquer disease, uniting previously fragmented forces in the quest for cures.

Carefully curating and supporting early-stage companies with investment, talent, and space, IBRI strategically accelerates drug discovery. Our work benefits from the relatively low cost of living and doing business here, allowing more resources to be directed toward science.

Fueled by the same entrepreneurial creativity as the groundbreaking scientific work we support, IBRI’s labs advance research across the frontiers of diabetes, metabolic disease, Alzheimer’s disease, and rare pediatric diseases. Our ambitious public–private vision cultivates talent while efficiently bridging the gap between research-driven inquiry and profit-driven drug development.

At IBRI, cures are launched on a clear pathway to clinical trials, enabled by the combined resources and experience of our academic and industry partners, without the typical pressure to deliver rapid results for commercialization. IBRI labs pursue breakthroughs that might never happen elsewhere. Breakthroughs are happening here. Our novel financing model ensures that when discoveries are ready for clinical trials, the intellectual property is sold back to industry or spun off, creating a direct stream of revenue.

By every measure, the IBRI model demonstrates a novel approach that delivers rewards. Scientific bench work is nurtured, drug discovery is advanced, workforce development is continuous, investors see returns, and donors see impact. Most importantly, IBRI’s structure and portfolio of accomplishments matter to the patients whose lives are improved—or even saved—by this forward-looking approach to life sciences.

IBRI is driven to bring next-generation therapies to market with an understanding of the complex pressures that often bind innovation to economics. After more than a decade, the evidence is clear: IBRI is poised to transform life sciences—and for millions of people, even life itself.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The IBRI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and does not discriminate based on age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.