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• The position is located within the Translational Sciences group in the Neuroscience Discovery Research organization at Ludwigshafen, Germany
• The open position is planned for 6-9 months ideally beginning in March or April
• The talented intern will make substantial contributions to the development of new biomarker approaches for neurodegenerative diseases in a collaborative research environment

Responsibilities

• Primary responsibilities will include the development of protein biomarker assays, e.g. ELISA, and the optimization of PBMC (peripheral blood mononuclear cell) isolation and analysis protocols to support neuroscience biomarker identification
• Plan, execute, analyze, and interpret experiments to support research activities under the supervision of an experienced mentor
• Plan details of experiments and maintain a lab notebook
• Operate scientific equipment, e.g. microplate readers, automated liquid handlers, and utilize software tools to analyze and interpret data

• Master level student (undergraduate) in neuroscience, biochemistry, cellular & molecular biology or related life science field.
• Previous lab experience in protein biochemistry and molecular & cellular biology is required.
• This position requires the intern to be comfortable handling blood samples collected from both healthy individuals and patients.
• Good communication skills and proficiency in English (written and oral) are required.
• Ability to clearly structure and present scientific activities and results.
• High scientific rigor and commitment.
• A high degree of flexibility and curiosity.
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal relationship skills.

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