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Intern, Research Assistant - Center for Discovery & Innovation

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Hackensack Meridian Health

Jul 12, 2024

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
Overview:
The Research Intern handles tasks as assigned by Scientists in the Department of Research. This position provides support as needed and gains on the job experience.

The CDI was established by Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) as an academic basic and translational research enterprise to rapidly translate science innovation to the clinic and to improve outcomes for patients with cancer, infectious diseases, autoimmune disease and other acute and chronic diseases. The CDI has grown rapidly since its origins in 2019, and now has 32 labs, 190 scientists and allied personnel supported by 60 NIH grants and more than 30 other grants and contracts. Areas of expertise include genomics, epigenetics, drug resistance, stem cell biology, drug discovery, diagnostics and biomarker development, and pharmacology.
Responsibilities:
A day in the life of a Research Intern at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

  • Assists Department team members with daily operations as assigned. Assignments will vary in nature depending on the research laboratory or office the Research Intern is placed.
  • Works on various projects as needed while gaining a working knowledge of the laboratory and its functions.
  • Adheres to the standards identified in the Medical Center's Organizational Competencies.
Qualifications:
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
  • High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
  • Proficiency in computer skills.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:
  • College experience

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!
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Hackensack Meridian Health

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Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2016
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We are a leading not-for-profit health care organization that is the largest, most comprehensive and truly integrated health care network in New Jersey, offering a complete range of medical services, innovative research and life-enhancing care. In addition to our 18 hospitals, we are home to more than 36,000 team members, 7,000 physicians and 500+ patient care locations, including ambulatory care centers, surgery centers, home health services, long-term care and assisted living communities, ambulance services, lifesaving air medical transportation, urgent care centers, physician practice locations, and a fitness and wellness center. Transforming Care Our Hackensack Meridian Center for Discovery and Innovation is dedicated to developing and translating innovations in biomedical sciences to improve outcomes for cancer patients and others with life threatening, disabling and chronic diseases. Our vision at the Center for Discovery and Innovation is to transform today’s ideas into tomorrow’s new health care delivery. Defining Academic Excellence At the Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine, our mission is to develop our students, residents, fellows, faculty, and health care environment to deliver the highest quality care for all. Our approach is unique as we utilize the best components of different evidence-based teaching methods, and structure our foundational curriculum explicitly to give students what they need to thrive in the modern, technically demanding, clinical setting. We are proud to have two hospitals ranked on New Jersey’s Top 10 Best Hospitals list according to U.S. News & World Report, including Hackensack University Medical Center, the #1 adult and children’s hospital in the state, and Jersey Shore University Medical Center at #6. JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute has also once again been ranked among the nation’s best rehabilitation hospitals. No matter what, or when, we are ready to care for you. Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) To demonstrate our commitment to creating a more equitable and sustainable future, ESG practices are part of our strategic priorities across the network. Read our 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance report to learn more about how this critical work is building stronger, healthier and thriving communities across New Jersey and beyond.

Benefits

  • Health and Wellbeing

    Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Health Plans

  • Learning and Development

    Performance Management & Learning and Development

  • Retirement

    Hackensack Meridian Health 401k Savings Plans

  • Time Off

    Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Former Team Members