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Precision Medicine Pathology Internship Overview
Envision spending your summer working with energetic colleagues and inspirational leaders, all while gaining world-class experience in one of the most dynamic organizations in the pharmaceutical industry. This is a reality for AbbVie Interns.
This internship opportunity is in the Immunohistochemistry (IHC) group within Precision Medicine Pathology. This department plays a key role in the identification and validation of novel targets that present disease selective dependencies. Under supervision of a senior research scientist in the group, the intern will provide support to the histology laboratory with histology tasks related to specimen processing and preparation of microscopic slides.
Key responsibilities include:
- Execute, analyze, and interpret experiments to support research activities under the supervision of a mentor
- Contribute to the development of tissue-based biomarkers using histopathological methods
- Potential development of a zebra fish model for in vivo toxicity screens
- Provide histology laboratory support using automation and manual methods to stain and coverslip microscopic slides
- Perform histology procedures including IHC or special stains
- Analyze tissue specimens using the Vectra Polaris, HALO, and other technologies
- Execute immunohistochemistry or in situ hybridization including qualitative and quantitative analysis
- Practice the proficient and safe use of all equipment necessary for the completion of duties and responsibilities (i.e., tissue processor, embedding center, automated stainer and coverslipper, etc.)
- Plan details of experiments and maintain a lab notebook
- Utilize software tools to analyze and interpret data
- Contribute to group meetings and discussions and present results to the team
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Currently enrolled in university, pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biomedical Engineering, or other related field
Must be enrolled in university for at least one semester following the internship
Expected graduation date between December 2024 - July 2025
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills, including analysis
Self-motivated; ability to execute with limited supervision and direction. Can work independently or part of a team
Proficient in required software including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Benefits and Amenities
Competitive pay
Relocation support for eligible students
Equal Employment Opportunity
At AbbVie, we value bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds to develop new and innovative solutions for patients. As an equal opportunity employer we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
