Intern/Aide -(Ophthalmology)

Job description

Summary The Intern Aide - Research will support ongoing research studies in Dr. Yingbin Fu's lab within the Department of Ophthalmology. This internship is designed to provide hands-on exposure to basic translational research through structured training and guided laboratory experience. The intern will gain foundational knowledge of research techniques, assist with laboratory projects, and contribute to literature searches and data organization while working under the supervision of laboratory leadership. This summer opportunity emphasizes learning, comprehension, and practical application of core research concepts in an academic medical research environment. Job Purpose: Provides temporary administrative or laboratory support to a department while gaining practical work experience. Job Duties: - Learn and apply basic translational research techniques in a laboratory setting. - Assists with the laboratory activities. - Supports laboratory research projects through hands-on technical assistance. - Conduct literature searches related to ongoing research studies. - Creates and maintais Excel spreadsheets for research data tracking. - Follows laboratory safety protocols and research gu...