2021 Experiential Internship: Alzheimer's Disease Pathobiology Intern

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Job Description: Summer Intern Alzheimer's Disease Pathobiology

AbbVie has established the Foundational Neuroscience Center (FNC) in Cambridge, MA to investigate the fundamental biological mechanisms and to develop therapeutic interventions for neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease (AD) and Parkinson's disease (PD). AbbVie scientists are using this understanding of disease processes along with state-of-the-art technologies to develop transformative treatment options for patients.

The Tau Pathobiology group is seeking a summer intern who will closely work with drug discovery scientists to analyze experiments to assess neurotoxicity in Alzheimer's disease (AD) model systems.

• Strong interest and background in Neuroscience is required.
• Following background is preferred but not required:

• Basic understanding of immunofluorescence and live cell imaging
• Quantitative mindset and computer programming experience

Qualifications

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor's degree with a major in Biology, Neurobiology, or other related field
• Must be authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship
• Minimum GPA = 3.0/4.0

• Returning to university for at least one semester and graduating within one-year post internship

Significant Work Activities
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)
Travel
No
Job Type
Internship
Schedule
Full-time
Job Level Code
IC
Equal Employment Opportunity
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