Bio-medical Research Lab Technician InternAt — Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation

Our unique approach brings together researchers with expertise in various fields, including biomedical imaging, biosensing, biomechanics, engineered/synthetic biology, nano/biomaterials, artificial intelligence, and informatics. This interdisciplinary collaboration creates an environment where students can engage with cutting-edge research at the intersection of engineering and biology. Throughout the summer program, interns will have the opportunity to interact with researchers, workshops on various topics including translation and scientific writing. Students participating in the entrepreneurship track will learn about the translation process including understanding the technology platforms developed at TIBI, working on impact assessments, market research, and business strategies. 

Tasks:

Specialized Technique, Research, and Translation Seminar series

Week 1: Intro/Safety/Ethics and Conduct

Week 2: Basic Lab Skills (pipetting, pH etc)

Week 3: Basic Cell Culture

Week 4: Purification and Quantification Methods

Week 5: Microscopy and Staining

Week 6: Mechanical Testing

Week 7: Scientific Communication/PPT

Week 8: Deep Dive into Research Literature

Week 9: Innovation Module

Week 10: Idea Contest Presentation

Training:

Intern Training and Learning Responsibilities:

-Developing logical and analytical thinking skills, solve problems, and acquire skills such as research, data analysis
-Collaborate with scientists across multi-functional teams to support ongoing research initiatives.
-Document experimental procedures and results in lab notebooks.
-Understanding the technology platforms developed at TIBI
-Work on impact assessments
-Engage in discussions and brainstorming sessions to explore new research ideas and methodologies.
-Contribute to the analysis of data and assist in preparing reports and presentations for team meetings.
-Marketing research
-Business strategies

Learning outcome:

Goal:
1. Be able to design and fabricate mold, castings and operation of Micro-fluidic Chips.
2. Be able to cell culture different types of cells along with the other processes such as: cell passage, extraction of media, etc...
3. Be able to understand the intricate and specific requirements necessary to maintain, check, and modify cells being used in the micro-fluidic chip processes; along with how to manage other equipment used in the process.
4. Be able to formulate and support new ideas with research based evidence.
5. Be able to operate a multitude of different types of lab equipment such as: Confocal Microscope, Echo Microscope, 3D Printer design programs, Laser Cutter, Bio-material Printer, Spin Coater, Plasma Etcher, ELISA machine, Flow Cytometry Machine, Luminex Machine , Micro-fluidic Syringe Pump, etc...