Intern - Molecular-Micro Infectious Disease

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives.

Labcorp is seeking a Molecular-Micro Infectious Disease Intern to join our Research & Development Team located in Burlington, NC!

Work Schedule:
Days/ Hours: Monday-Friday / 40hrs per week

Job Responsibilities:

- Performs technical and non-technical protocols in an entry level capacity according to established procedures.
- Gains knowledge of department specific procedures and operations and work in cross functional teams.
- Generate reliable and consistent results, including analyses, and maintain an accurate and comprehensible experimental notebook.
- Operates general lab equipment and instruments in order to perform assigned duties.
- Maintains adequate stock of working supplies, notifies supervisor of shortage.
- Perform minor instrument troubleshooting and report any irregularities in operation to supervisor
- Adheres to lab policies and protocols, safety policies and protocols, and quality control policies and protocols.

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Minimum Qualifications:

- Current enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences or Biotechnology

Preferred Qualifications:

- 6-12 months experience in a clinical lab, or relevant lab experience
- 6-12 months experience using literature/search engines/databases for research

Additional Job Standards:

- This position works under direct supervision. Work is normally reviewed by more experienced member(s) of the department.
- Ability to collaborate with colleagues
- Shows a high level of respect for all lab personnel, Supervisors and Directors.
- Shows willingness to perform duties until they are complete.
- Attend training sessions to learn process development.
- Engage in professional development workshops to enhance your business acumen and professional presence.
- This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits:  Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. For more detailed information, please  click here .

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.

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