MRICD Analytical Chemistry/Medical Diagnostics Internship - Associate's, Bachelor's or Master's[...]

Organization U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) Reference Code MRDC-MRICD-2025-0010 How To Apply Click on Apply at the bottom of the opportunity to start your application. Description The Department of Defense (DoD) is offering postgraduate internships at the U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command - Medical Research Institute of Chemical Defense (USAMRDC MRICD). What will I be doing? As an Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) participant, you will join a community of scientists and researchers in an effort to support the development of medical diagnostics for toxic chemical agents and their medical countermeasures. Why should I apply? Education: Under the guidance of a mentor, you will gain hands-on experience to complement your education and support your academic and professional goals. You will engage in activities and research in several areas including but not limited to: Analytical chemistry Instrumentation operation and troubleshooting (LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS and/or NMR) Data collection and analysis using basic and specialized software like MS Office, Prism, Analyst, and MassHunter Sample preparation from blood, plasma, urine, polymers and other matrices Presentation of results for reporting and writing manuscripts for peer-reviewed publications Develop results for reporting and writing manuscripts for peer-reviewed publications In addition, the opportunity exists to obtain GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) regulatory experience and accreditation. Location Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland Anticipated Start Date The USAMRDC MRICD is ready to make appointments immediately. Exact start dates will be determined at the time of selection and in coordination with the selected candidate. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and internships or fellowships will be filled as qualified candidates are identified. Appointment Length Appointments are initially for one year with the option to extend the appointment for up to four additional years, contingent upon project needs and funding availability. Provisions You will receive a stipend to be determined by USAMRDC MRICD. The stipend range for this internship is from $49,118.00 - $66,061.00 for a 12-month appointment. Stipends are typically based on a participant’s academic standing, discipline, experience, and research facility location. Other provisions may include the following: Health Insurance Supplement (Participants are eligible to purchase health insurance through ORISE) Relocation Allowance Training and Travel Allowance About USAMRDC MRICD The U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Chemical Defense (USAMRICD) is the DoD's lead laboratory for medical chemical defense research. As a subordinate element of the USAMRDC, the institute conducts research for development of medical countermeasures to treat exposure to various chemical threat agents for protection of soldiers and civilians. Scientific disciplines include chemistry, biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, molecular biology, neuroscience, toxicology, physiology, psychology, and immunology. For more information visit the USAMRICD website. About ORISE This program, administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage ORISE, was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and DoD. Participants do not enter into an employment relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DoD or any other office or agency. You will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment. Proof of health insurance is required. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE. Qualifications The qualified candidate will have an Associate's, bachelor's or master's degree. Degree must have been received within five years of the appointment start date. U.S. military veterans who have been honorably discharged and who received a degree within ten years are also eligible. Application Requirements A complete application consists of: Zintellect Profile Educational and Employment History Essay Questions (goals, experiences, and skills relevant to the opportunity) Resume (PDF) Transcripts/Academic Records Two Recommendations For questions, email View email address on click.appcast.io and include the reference code MRDC-MRICD-2025-0010 in the subject line. All materials should be submitted via the Apply button. Do not send materials to the email above. Point of Contact Kimberly Eligibility Requirements Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Only Degree: Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's received within the last 60 months Minimum Overall GPA: 3.00 Discipline(s): Chemistry and Materials Sciences including Analytical Chemistry, Bio-inorganic Chemistry, Bio-organic Chemistry, Biophysical Chemistry, Chemistry (General), Environmental Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Materials Sciences, Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry Engineering and related disciplines as applicable #J-18808-Ljbffr Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education