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Research Intern

Washington State University

Pullman, WA

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Background Investigation, Biology, Clinical Practices/Protocols, Clinical Research, Communication Skills, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, Funding, Laboratory, Laboratory Operations, Law Enforcement, Medicine, Molecular Biology, Organizational Skills, Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Psychology, Real-time PCR (qPCR), Record Keeping, Research Protocols, Scientific Research, Security Clearance, Specimen Analysis, Specimen Collection, Training/Teaching, Tuition Fees
LOCATION
Pullman, WA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Research Intern

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
April 19, 2026
If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.

Available Title(s):
1457-YN_ADMINPRO - Research Intern

Business Title:
Research Intern

Employee Type:
Admin. Professional (+) (Fixed Term)

Position Details:

The Opportunity:

As the Research Intern at Washington State University within the Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine, you will perform investigative and laboratory work in support of research on rodent models of behavior and neurodevelopmental disorders. You will be responsible for supervising, breeding, and caring for rodents. You will work on research projects to study behavior of wild type and transgenic mice. Additionally, you will conduct experiments, collect and analyze samples, and assist with laboratory operations and maintenance. Participation in lab meetings, discussions, and related duties as assigned by the (Principal Investigator) PI is also expected.

* This is a 1-year fixed appointment. Renewal is contingent on project needs and available funding.

Essential Job Functions:
55% Investigative Work
20% Laboratory Work
20% Data Analysis and Records Maintenance
5% Other

Additional Information:

The screening of applicants begins March 30, 2026.

This is a full time (100% FTE), project position. This position is overtime eligible.

Temporary End Date: This is a temporary position expected to end 1 year from date of hire. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.

Monthly Salary: $3,379.14 - $4,862.67 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications

In accordance with https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information, please review the https://hrs.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2026-Benefit-Overview-for-Faculty-and-AP.pdf and https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/recruitment-toolkit/total-compensation/.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study or equivalent related field experience performing work with research, scientific or clinical research protocols. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

• Bachelor's Degree in an appropriate field of Biology, Psychology, or related field; experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

• Organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to become proficient and comfortable with handling mice.

• Ability to work flexible hours, including periods requiring early start time and/or weekend days with advance notice.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with animals in a research setting.

• Experience with molecular biology techniques (PCR, qPCR, western blots).

Position Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

About College Campus - https://medicine.wsu.edu/

Area/College: Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine
Department Name: Translational Medicine and Physiology
Location: Spokane, WA

Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

1) Resume
2) Cover Letter

External candidates, upload all documents in the "Application Document" section of your application.
Current WSU Employees (internal candidates), before starting your Workday application, https://jira.esg.wsu.edu/servicedesk/customer/kb/view/156962755. Internal candidates, upload all documents in the "Resume/Cover Letter" section of your application.

Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF, if possible.

Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by https://apps.leg.wa.gov/rcw/default.aspx?cite=74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Time Type:
Full time

Position Term:
12 Month

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or https://hrs@wsu.edu.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract.

Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and implementing regulations), as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, can be made verbally or in writing to WSU's Compliance and Civil Rights, the Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights, or both.

More information, resources, and contact information are available here: https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fccr.wsu.edu%2Fnotice-of-nondiscrimination%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cadelyn.hamrick%40wsu.edu%7C11675b5cb47246cf7e3c08dd76d243e7%7Cb52be471f7f147b4a8790c799bb53db5%7C0%7C0%7C638797367640010612%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=5ods%2FDN0Y4m8mef6Ap1x9c%2FqO17%2F5Wsfw7zJIwfbh%2Fk%3D&reserved=0

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/7005801

Washington State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Educator and Employer.

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