About the role#
This internship provides students with exposure to basic, translational, and clinical research within the Neuropathology Core Laboratory and Alzheimer's Disease Brain Bank. You will work under the supervision of a Postdoctoral Scientist, Research Associate, or Principal Investigator to gain practical experience in human neuroscience research. The program focuses on developing scientific reasoning and research skills through direct involvement in laboratory workflows and experimental projects.
What you'll do#
- Complete orientation and training in research compliance, laboratory safety, and human brain anatomy.
- Learn brain banking and tissue preservation techniques.
- Follow neuropathology workflows including tissue processing, histology, and immunohistochemistry.
- Organize de-identified research material and conduct quantitative image analysis.
- Integrate neuropathology findings with spatial transcriptomics and molecular data.
- Participate in research discussions and data interpretation.
- Complete a mentored research or case-based project and prepare a scientific presentation.
What you'll need#
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Must hold a HS Diploma or GED.
- Must reside in the greater Los Angeles area or surrounding cities.
- Must receive academic credit for the entire duration of the internship.
- Interest in medicine, neuroscience, pathology, or biomedical research.
Location & details#
- Location: Los Angeles, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- Compensation: This is an unpaid internship.
About Cedars-Sinai
Cedars-Sinai is a nonprofit healthcare organization based in Los Angeles. Founded in 1902, it provides patient care, research, and medical education. The system focuses on clinical areas such as heart disease, cancer, and brain disorders. It employs over 16,000 people and serves the diverse population of its region.
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