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The Department of Defense (DoD) is offering undergraduate or graduate degree students an internship at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) located in Silver Spring, Maryland.
What will I be doing?
WRAIR is an international leader in the field of science and technology. The institute is focused on finding sustainable solutions to enhance Military healthcare readiness. This particular project will be in the systems biology branch that undertakes the integrative biology approaches to mitigate the Military relevant health risks. The systems biology group has a decade long experience in using multi-omics data to find biomarkers to facilitate the precision personalized medication. As an ORISE participant, you will develop critical thinking and laboratory research skills by conducting research in a WRAIR laboratory and will receive further professional and career development. This learning experience will provide an opportunity to collaborate with our scientists, present research to peers, and gain visibility in the scientific community. As a WRAIR participant, your mentor will help guide you as you find your place in the next generation of Military healthcare.
See www.wrair.army.mil for more information.
Where will I be located?
Silver Spring, Maryland
What is the anticipated start date?
The WRAIR 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
This appointment is a two-month, summer research appointment, with the possibility to be renewed for additional research periods. Appointments may be extended depending on funding availability, project assignment, program rules, and availability of the participant.
What are the benefits?
About WRAIR
The Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR) aims to conduct biomedical research that is responsive to Department of Defense and U.S. Army requirements and delivers lifesaving products including knowledge, technology and medical material that sustain the combat effectiveness of the warfighter. WRAIR carries out research to develop infectious disease countermeasures and to benefit brain health through studies to enhance our understanding of sleep, traumatic brain injury prevention/treatment and psychological resilience.
About ORISE
This program, administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and DoD. Participants do not enter into an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DoD or any other office or agency. Instead, you will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment through the ORISE appointment letter and Terms of Appointment. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE. For more information, visit the ORISE Research Participation Program at the U.S. Department of Defense.
Full Time
$81k-102k (estimate)
03/29/2024
05/28/2024