Research Intern

Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
July 13, 2025
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:

A full time Research Intern position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Sergio Hidalgo, in the Department of Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience (IPN) at Washington State University (WSU) in Pullman, WA.

We are seeking highly motivated research interns to join our NIH-funded research program investigating the role of the circadian clock in seasonal neuronal plasticity. Our work in the lab is conducted in Drosophila melanogaster and cell cultures. These studies aim to understand how these brain changes occur, how environmental signals are integrated to trigger these changes, and how dysregulation of this process contributes to diseases, such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and schizophrenia, among other topics. The research integrates a range of molecular genetic techniques, including but not limited to deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and ribonucleic acid (RNA) extraction, polymerase chain reaction (including RT-PCR and qPCR), protein extraction, and western blot. Additionally, we perform imaging experiments in fixed and live samples using fluorescence microscopy. Candidates with demonstrated experience in work with Drosophila, cell cultures, molecular biology techniques and fluorescence microscopy will be particularly competitive.

The Department of Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience (https://ipn.vetmed.wsu.edu/neuroscience/) is an academic unit in the Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine. International neuroscience faculty within the department form highly collaborative research units that study substance abuse, ingestive behavior, stress, and sleep neurobiology. Thus, the candidate will have ample opportunities for collaboration and co-mentoring. Postdocs can compete for both intramural and external research grants. Furthermore, the department offers baccalaureate and doctoral degree programs in Neuroscience, in addition to postdoctoral training. The department is housed in an award-winning, ultra-modern BSL-2 research facility on the Pullman campus of Washington State University, and it is equipped with state-of-the-art microscopy, imaging, electrophysiology, cell biology, and behavioral testing equipment. Pullman is a college town located in the heart of the Palouse, on the Southeast border of Washington State, with easy access to innumerable outdoor recreation opportunities. It has received accolades for highest quality of life, healthy community, safety, and green transportation.

Additional Information:

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 on 7/31/2026. 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 RCW 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 detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications:

• Positions require a 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.
  
• Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with Drosophila.
  
• Experience working with cell cultures (primary cell cultures or lines).
  
• Experience in molecular biology techniques.
  
• Experience with fluorescence microscopy (e.g., widefield, confocal, or super-resolution).
  

About Department/College/Area/ Campus:

https://vetmed.wsu.edu/our-team/wsu-profile/s.hidalgosotelo/

Area/College: College of Veterinary Medicine
Department Name: Integrative Physiology and Neuroscience
Location: Pullman, 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) Curriculum Vitae
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, please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. 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 RCW 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 hrs@wsu.edu.

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