About the role#
We are looking for an intern to join our team in Kalamazoo to help develop in vitro models for intestinal diseases in livestock and companion animals. This role focuses on organoid culture and microphysiological systems. You will gain hands-on experience in basic cell culture, cytokine analysis, immunofluorescence staining, and biomarker identification while working alongside the Translational Bioengineered Assays Team.
What you'll do#
- Isolate and culture organoids, PBMCs, or local lymphocytes from animal target organs.
- Develop and optimize culture conditions for organoids.
- Run various assays and analyze the resulting experimental data.
- Create visualizations and presentations to share findings during team meetings.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a master or doctoral program in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Veterinary Sciences, Animal Sciences, or a related field.
- A strong interest in biological research and a willingness to learn new methods.
- Prior experience with cell culture, organoid isolation, or work with PBMCs and ILCs is preferred.
- Experience with in vitro assays for inflammatory bowel disease or microphysiological systems with immune cells is recommended.
Location & details#
- Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan (Downtown Portage Street).
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time, paid internship.
- Pay rates: Hourly pay is $32.50 for graduate students and $36.00 for doctoral students.
About Zoetis
Zoetis operates in the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector. The company focuses on the prediction, prevention, detection, and treatment of animal illnesses. It serves veterinarians, pet owners, and livestock farmers across more than 100 countries. Founded in 2013, the organization is based in Parsippany, New Jersey, and employs over 10,001 people.
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