Electrochemistry/Biochemistry Engineering Internship

The Department of Defense (DoD) is offering post bachelor's internships at the U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Chemical Defense (USAMRICD).

What will I be doing?

This opportunity will support the development and evaluation of medical diagnostics for exposure to toxic chemical agents. 

Why should I apply?

Under the guidance of a mentor, you will gain hands-on experience to complement their education and support academic and professional goals.  A list of research activities that you will be involved with include, but are not limited to:

• Electrochemical methods such as chronoamperometry, cyclic voltammetry, and impedance spectroscopy for development of biosensor-based in vitro diagnostics.
• Medical device development and testing to include in vitro and in vivo evaluations of device efficacy.
• Synthesis of biopolymers and development of novel colorimetric chemistries.
• Planning and execution of experiments.
• Analysis of experimental results.
• Analytical chemistry and use of analytical instrumentation such as liquid and gas chromatography, mass spectrometry and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy.
• Analysis and presentation of experimental data for inclusion reports and manuscripts for peer-reviewed publications.
• Opportunities exist for ORISE participants to propose and conduct their own projects, as well as attend research conferences.

Where will I be located?

Gunpowder, Maryland

What is the anticipated start date?

The USAMRICD is ready to make appointments immediately. Exact start dates will be determined at the time of selection and in coordination with the selected candidate. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and internships or fellowships will be filled as qualified candidates are identified.

What is the appointment length? 

Appointments are initially for one year with the option to extend the appointment for up to four additional years, contingent upon project needs and funding availability.

What are the appointment provisions? 

You will receive a stipend to be determined by USAMRICD. Stipends are typically based on a participant’s academic standing, discipline, experience, and research facility location. Other benefits may include the following:

• Health Insurance Supplement (Participants are eligible to purchase health insurance through ORISE)
• Relocation Allowance
• Training and Travel Allowance

About U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Chemical Defense (USAMRICD)

The U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Chemical Defense (USAMRICD) is the Department of Defense’s lead laboratory for medical chemical defense research. As a subordinate element of the U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command (USAMRDC), The Institute conducts research for development of medical countermeasures to treat exposure to various chemical threat agents for protection of soldiers and civilians. Scientific disciplines at USAMRICD include, but are not limited to, chemistry, biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, molecular biology, neuroscience, toxicology, physiology, psychology, and immunology. Visit us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/USAMRICD.