Information from 2020 Biology Internship/Career Fair Participants, and additional Biology Position Announcements from January-early February 2020

2020 CCSU Biology Internship/Career Fair: Internships (some paid) and Job Information

1. Center for Advanced Reproductive Studies, Farmington and other CT locations: Evelyn Neuber, Ph.D.: eneuber@uconnfertility.com

2. Jackson Laboratory, Farmington, CT: Summer Student Program: https://www.jax.org/education-and-learning/high-school-students-and-undergraduates/learn-earn-and-explore#Academic Year Fellowships for undergraduates: https://www.jax.org/education-and-learning/high-school-students-and-undergraduates/academic-year-internshipsPostbacc Programs for recent college graduates: https://www.jax.org/education-and-learning/pre-and-postdoctoral-program/postbacc-at-jaxJobs listed at: www.jax.org/careers-and-training

Research Assistant I - Unutmaz Lab

The Unutmaz Lab at The Jackson Laboratory for Genomic Medicine in Farmington, CT is seeking a Research Assistant level I with training in either immunology, molecular biology or microbiology. Prior experience and background in tissue culture and sterile techniques is required. Experience with flow cytometry of immune cells, human cell culture and growing bacteria will be preferred. Dr. Unutmaz's Lab investigates the biology of the human immune system and microbiome in the context of variety of diseases such as chronic fatigue syndrome, cancers and aging. Studies are performed with blood derived immune cells from healthy or patient blood samples from a variety of diseases where the immune system is altered. Some studies are also conducted with human cell lines.

The main role of the Assistant will be to assist in purifying immune cells from blood samples of healthy or patients blood samples, analyzing complex immune populations in these purified cells using multi-color fluorescence activated cell sorting and performing cell culture. The Assistant will also help in genetic engineering of human immune cells, including using CRISPR technology, performing luciferase or other marker based high throughput cell-based assays, transfections to generate lentiviruses and transductions of human cells. The Assistant will be trained thoroughly for all procedures and equipment.

Most of the involved cellular studies are time sensitive, thus the role requires the ability to generate and analyze experimental results within reasonable time constraints with utmost quality and compile the data for frequent review by principle investigator. The Assistant will also record test results in lab notebooks/computer (Macs and iPad preferably) accurately and must be comfortable handling sample collection and cell lines in BSL2 lab environments. Other routine lab duties will also be assigned as needed.

Responsibilities: Performs routine experiments and obtains data based on supervision. Assists with experiments of other members of the group. Performs tests, procedures and experiments applying specialized skills, knowledge and

equipment; modifies and refines techniques and procedures to meet research objectives; manages multiple, concurrent projects or a multi-faceted project. Trouble shoots new protocols.

Monitors and maintains sample databases, collects research data to assess accuracy, validity, and integrity.

Coordinates and manages facilities, equipment, supplies and related resources; monitors environmental risks and quality control; understands and complies with safety standards to maintain a safe environment.

Instructs and trains staff, students, faculty and/or other clients in the performance of procedures and operation of equipment.

Responsible for utilization of laboratory equipment, data and expenditures. Assists in general maintenance of the lab and assist others in experiments as required. Help to order lab consumables (cell culture plates, pipette tips, tubes, commonly used reagents, etc.), prepare cell culture media and solutions, and help with basic lab organization.

Interacts with all individuals in productive ways to enhance the outcome of the goals of the research program, such as ability to give direction and accept constructive criticism. Shows respect and maintains professional attitude to all lab members and outside collaborators.

Qualifications: Knowledge of biological sciences as would normally be acquired through Bachelor’s degree in

biological sciences or related subject with at least 1 year of directly related experience. Other means of acquiring that knowledge and experience may be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Knowledge of the scientific principles, methods and processes (technical and/or theoretical) used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry including experimental design, methods of data collection and analysis; ability to operate instruments and equipment; knowledge of related information technology.

Clearly and concisely conveys information verbally and in written form; effectively presents ideas to individuals or groups to ensure that they understand the information and message. Presents research results and summaries; adheres to reporting requirements of research project(s).

Ability to learn and adapt to new procedures and work very effectively in a team.Apply directly through JAX lab.

3. University of St. Joseph School of Pharmacy, West Hartford, CT: Angela Skyers, M.B.A., Ed.D.: askyers@usj.edu

4. UConn Health, UConn Schools of Medicine and Dental Medicine, Farmington, CT: Kerry-Ann Stewart, Ph.D.: kestewart@uchc.edu

5. Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, New Haven and Windsor, CT: Job opportunities posted at:https://portal.ct.gov/CAES/ABOUT-CAES/Job-Opportunities/Job-Opportunities

--- Goudarz Molaei, Ph.D., vector biology, New Haven: Goudarz.Molaei@ct.govIn ~April-May they'll be posting about 50 paid jobs for research assistants (it won't hurt to check earlier)--- James LaMondia, Ph.D., Valley Laboratory and Research Farm, Windsor: James.LaMondia@ct.gov: Contact Dr. LaMondia for information about 9 Seasonal Research Assistant positions for which the application period is currently open--- Plant Health Fellows, Summer 2020 Research Internships (Paid, Application deadline Feb. 28): www.planthealthfellows.com

6. Connecticut Audubon, multiple CT locations: volunteer and job opportunities:https://www.ctaudubon.org/our-volunteers/#sthash.yI26iQJb.dpbsand, more details at: https://www.ctaudubon.org/citizen-science/#sthash.TkVDnCuz.dpbs

7. Roaring Brook Nature Center, Canton, CT: Jay Kaplan and Sydnee Foster, jkaplan@thechildrensmuseumct.org, sfoster@ thechildrensmuseumct.orghttps://www.roaringbrook.org/info/membership.html#volunteers

8. The Children's Museum, West Hartford, CT: Nick Barnett, nbarnett@thechildrensmuseumct.org

Positions for Animal Care Volunteers and Educators:https://www.thechildrensmuseumct.org/waystosupport/volunteer-opportunities/

https://www.thechildrensmuseumct.org/about-us/employment/Assistant Preschool Teacher position currently open

9. CT Department of Energy and Environmental Protection: Barbara Viadella, Barbara.Viadella@ct.gov, and Cenit Mirabal, Cenit.Mirabel@ct.gov: Internship and job opportunities listed at: https://www.ct.gov/deep/cwp/view.asp?a=2699&q=323350&deepNav_GID=1511#TOPTip: when you fill out the application form, check off every area in which you would be at all willing to work; people reviewing your application may see that you are a great match for a position not yet announced when you applied.

DEEP College Internship Program: information below is also online at: https://www.ct.gov/deep/cwp/view.asp?a=2688&q=322346&deepNav_GID=1511

DEEP seeks college students who have completed their sophomore year of academic courses and earned a minimum of 60 academic credits. Students must be currently enrolled in either an accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree Program. Applicants from a variety of academic majors are sought, we are looking for students with the following, but not limited to, areas of interest:

Accounting/Finance     Information Technology (IT)

Biology & Chemistry   Land Use/Planning

Climate Change Laws & Regulations

Communications/Public Relations Occupational Health & Safety

Conservation: Air-Land-Water Park and Recreation Management

Conservation Law Enforcement Public Health

Emerging Technologies Public Policy & Planning

Energy Efficiency Recycling/Materials Management

Energy Infrastructure Remediation

Engineering: Chemical-Civil-Environmental-Public Utilities Renewable Energy

Environmental Education Sustainability

Environmental Studies Utilities & Ratemaking

Fisheries Management Waste Management

Forestry Management Web/Social Media

Geographic Info Systems (GIS) Wildlife ManagementRequirements/Qualifications:  Interns must be able to work at least one full day (8 hours) per week for at least one

academic term. Interns are placed in September, January, and during the summer of each academic year. A DEEP representative must interview all interns. Students must arrange to receive credits by consulting with his or her college advisor or

Internship Director. Non-Academic (Practical Work Experience) Internships are also considered. Students must be enrolled in either an accredited four-year institution of higher education

for his or her Bachelor's Degree or in an accredited Master's Degree Program.

Academic Component:Since the academic requirements of participating institutions of higher education may vary, each intern should arrange individually with his or her college or university for specific academic requirements and credits to be awarded for participation in the program.Selection and Placement:

Selection must be made by the supervising manager of the division where the placement is to be made. Appointments will be made in accordance to the academic term being considered.A workable and mutually beneficial relationship between the students, their institutions, and DEEP is a major goal of the internship program. Every effort will be made to effect a match that is satisfactory to both parties.

Deadlines:The deadline for applying:Spring Semester Internship:  November 1st  

Summer Semester Internship:   March 1st Fall Semester Internship:   July 1stApplication Packet:Those interested in applying must submit the following for consideration:Completed and Signed ApplicationResumeUnofficial TranscriptList of Completed Coursework Relevant to “Identified Areas of Interest,” as noted on Part II of the application (listed on resume is acceptable)Please note: These internships are unpaid. Unsigned applications, or Application Packets missing required documentation will not be considered. DEEP College Internship Program Applications and required documents can be emailed to john.hedges@ct.gov, or mailed to the address on the application. Application for College Internship:  Word Form,   PDF version

Register as a user and set up a "Master Application." (No need to manually fill out a new application every time you want to apply for a job. Simply keep your "Master Application" up-to-date and use it to apply for current job openings. You can check the status of your applications 24/7.)Fill out "Interest Cards" so that you can receive emails about future job openings. You will need to renew your Interest Card selections annually. Guidance for Seasonal Applicants: Applying for Seasonal Employment at DEEP using the State of Connecticut Online Employment Center

Seasonal Positions with DEEPFisheries Seasonal Job Opportunitiesfor Spring/Summer/Fall

For available openings and project specific position descriptions, please check the Online Employment Center.

The Fisheries Division has Seasonal Resource Assistant and Seasonal Maintainer positions available at several locations.   The Fisheries Division also has Seasonal Interpretive Guide positions available at our CARE facility in Killingworth. The Seasonal Resource Assistant positions listed below are available for individuals interested in acquiring fisheries management related experience.  Work consists of field sampling, processing of fish samples in the lab, creel surveys, data entry and related computer tasks.  Most positions begin during April and May, some begin in November.  All positions last six months. Background in biology or environmental science is required.  Pay rates vary from $11.00 to $13.00 per hour depending on education and experience.

The Seasonal Maintainer positions listed below perform general maintenance including: loading stocking trucks; stocking trout in lakes and rivers across the state; spawning, feeding and transporting fish within the hatchery. The start dates for most positions are March 1, May 1 and Nov 1.  Positions available are either 3 month or 6 month.  Please have applications in at least 1 month prior to expected start date. No experience is required.

The Seasonal Interpretive Guide positions listed below will be working for our Connecticut Aquatic Resources Education (CARE) program based out of Killingworth. Pay is $12-$14 per hour with up to a 40 hour work week from May through August.For a detailed description of Fisheries Division projects, please visit the Fisheries Management Programs page.

Seasonal Resource Assistant - Inland Fisheries The Fisheries Division conducts research on a variety of inland fisheries including; trout, bass, Walleye, Northern Pike, Channel Catfish, and angler participation in these fisheries. For a detailed description of these projects, please visit the Fisheries Management Programs page.  There are two offices, the Eastern District Headquarters in Marlborough (ED) and the Western District Field Office in Litchfield (WD).  Work schedules may vary daily and weekly, including the start/end times, weekends, and some night required.

Seasonal Resource Assistant- Marine and Diadromous FisheriesThe Fisheries Division has several projects based at the DEEP Marine Headquarters in Old Lyme that conduct a variety of field, laboratory and office work on marine and diadromous fisheries.  Activities vary by project but could include: sampling aboard 50' research trawler; sampling with gill nets, beach seines and skiff trawls; surveying anglers; monitoring and maintaining fishways; stream electrofishing.

Seasonal Maintainer – HatcheriesThe following hatcheries have seasonal positions available.  No experience necessary.   Job duties include general maintenance activities including: loading stocking trucks; stocking trout in lakes and rivers across the state; spawning, feeding and transporting fish within the hatchery. Other duties may include building and grounds maintenance.  The start dates for most positions are March 1, May 1 and Nov 1.  Positions available at Quinnebaug are either 3 month or 6 month.  For Kensington and Burlington, all applicants must be able to work 6 months.  Please have applications in at least 1 month prior to expected start date. Call the contact person for further details.Facility Contact Person Phone

Quinnebaug Valley Trout Hatchery - Plainfield Bryan DeckerBryan Decker@ct.gov(860)564-7542

Burlington Hatchery - BurlingtonRick VanNostrandRichard.VanNostrand@ct.gov

(860)673-2340

Kensington Hatchery - Kensington Jamie HaysJames.Hays@ct.gov

(860)829-8518

Seasonal Interpretive GuideThe Seasonal Interpretive Guide positions will be working for our Connecticut Aquatic Resources Education (CARE) program teaching classes on water, fish and angling methods. Guides will assist in planning, scheduling and reporting all events. Equipment maintenance and repair is also required. Applicants should have a background in education, fishing skills, and public speaking. Pay is $12-$14 per hour with up to a 40 hour work week from May through August.Contact Person Phone               Email Address    Field Office

Tom Bourret (860)663-1656 thomas.bourret@ct.gov         Killingworth (CARE Center)

State Recreation Areas that Hire Seasonal Employeeshttps://www.ct.gov/deep/cwp/view.asp?a=2716&q=325320&deepNav_GID=1650Black Rock State Park, Watertown

Burr Pond State Park, 385 Burr Mountain Road, Torrington, CT 06790 Chatfield Hollow State Park, Killingworth Day Pond State Park, c/o Eastern District Headquarters Dinosaur State Park, 400 West Street, Rocky Hill, CT 06067 Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park, Groton Fort Trumbull State Park, 90 Walbach Street, New London, CT 06320 Gay City State Park, c/o Eastern District Headquarters

Gillette Castle State Park, 67 River Road, East Haddam, CT 06423 Hammonasset Beach State Park Harkness Memorial State Park, 275 Great Neck Road, Waterford, CT 06385 Hopeville Pond State Park Housatonic Meadows State Park

Cornwall Bridge Indian Well State Park, Shelton Kettletown State Park, Southbury Lake Waramaug State Park, 30 Lake Waramaug Road, New Preston, CT 0677713 Macedonia Brook State Park, 159 Macedonia Brook Road, Kent, CT 06757 Mansfield Hollow State Park, Mansfield Mashamoquet Brook State Park,147 Wolf Den Drive, Pomfret Center, CT 06259 Mount Tom State Park, Bantam Pachaug State Forest, P.O. Box 5. Voluntown, CT 06384 Penwood State Park, 57 Gun Mill Road, Bloomfield, CT 06002 Peoples State Forest, P.O. Box 1, Pleasant Valley, CT 06063 Putnam Memorial State Park, Route 58, West Redding, CT 06986 Quaddick State Park, Thompson Rocky Neck State Park, Box 676. Niantic, CT 06357 Salmon River State Forest, c/o Eastern District Headquarters 209 Hebron Road

Marlborough, CT 06447 Shenipsit State Forest, 166 Chestnut Hill Road, Stafford Springs, CT 06076 Sherwood Island State Park, P.O. Box 188, Green Farms, CT 06436 Silver Sands State Park, Milford

Sleeping Giant State Park, 200 Mount Carmel Avenue, Hamden, CT 06518 Stratton Brook State Park, Bloomfield Talcott Mountain State Park, Bloomfield Topsmead State Forest, P.O. Box 1081, Litchfield, CT 06759 Wadsworth Falls State Park, Middletown Wharton Brook State Park, North Haven

 Wildlife Division frequently has Seasonal Resource Assistant positions available at its different offices and locations. These positions are available for individuals interested in acquiring experience in the profession of wildlife management. A background in wildlife biology or environmental science is highly preferred for most positions. Pay rates vary from $11.00 to $14.00 per hour, depending on education and experience. Positions are typically 6 months in duration (no more than 1,030 hours) and have between a 35- to 40-hour work week.Seasonal Resource Assistant openings (when available) are briefly listed below. All interested applicants can find specific descriptions of these positions and submit applications on the Online Employment Center.How to Apply for a Seasonal Position

Seasonal jobs are based out of the Wildlife Division's various offices throughout the state:

1. Hartford Main Office at the DEEP Headquarters, 79 Elm Street, Hartford, CT 06106; 860-424-30112. Sessions Woods Wildlife Management Area, 341 Milford Street, Burlington, CT 06013; 860-424-30113. Franklin Swamp Wildlife Management Area, 391 Route 32, North Franklin, CT 06254; 860-424-30114. Eastern District Headquarters, 209 Hebron Road, Marlborough, CT 06447; 860-295-95235. Belding Wildlife Management Area, Bread and Milk Road, Vernon, CT; 860-424-3011

Current Seasonal Resource Assistant Openings Migratory Bird Program at Franklin WMA in North Franklin (although work will be conducted statewide). The Wildlife Division is seeking two (2) Seasonal Resource Assistants to conduct point count bird surveys and assess vegetation changes in salt marshes and salt marsh/upland margins across the state. (More details and how to apply)

Wildlife Habitat Program (Maintainers) at the Eastern District Headquarters in Marlborough and the Sessions Woods Wildlife Management Area in Burlington. Openings will be filled as available. The Wildlife Division is seeking to hire Seasonal Resource Assistants to assist in maintaining public access areas and conducting habitat enhancement projects on wildlife management areas statewide. Individuals will have the opportunity to work closely with state agency wildlife biologists and a wide range of staff responsible for managing wildlife habitat across the state. (More details and to apply for the Marlborough position)  (More details and to apply for the   Sessions Woods   position )To Apply: The Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) and other CT State Agencies have transitioned to a paperless Online Employment Center.

10. Environmental Learning Centers of Connecticut, Inc.: Erin O'Connell, eoconnell@elcct.orgWe are always looking for volunteers should any of the students be interested and live fairly close to Bristol. Internship applications should be submitted via email or snail mail directly to me and all volunteer applications are online via our website https://elcct.org/facilities/volunteer/Erin O’ConnellCoordinator of Volunteer Services & Animal CareP: 860-583-1234 ext. 103F: 860-585-8886

 Paid internship:

Environmental Learning Centers of Connecticut, Inc. Internship OpportunityThe mission of Environmental Learning Centers of Connecticut is to “Inspire the appreciation and enjoyment of nature, through education and conservation, fostering a healthy environment and an improved quality of life”.Environmental Learning Centers of CT (ELCCT) offers a diversity of hands-on experiential programs using a variety of resources and facilities. Our programs are offered at the Harry C. Barnes Memorial Nature Center, Indian Rock Nature Preserve, and in the schools of Connecticut. Last year, we provided our environmental educational programs to over 25,000 children and families from over 70 Connecticut communities.In addition to our education programs, ELCCT also serves as a land trust and has protected over 750 acres of land in Bristol, Burlington, and Southington Connecticut.Sustainable Garden InternIn its fourth year, the focus of this internship is to provide fresh and healthy food to the local food pantries and soup kitchens in the city of Bristol, CT while offering educational programming and demonstrations about sustainable agriculture and volunteer opportunities to members of the community. If you enjoy working with your hands, getting out into the sun and soil, and learning about how to grow fresh, beautiful produce, then this could be a great fit for you.

The Gardening for Good intern will gain:

Experience with small-scale, sustainable and eco-friendly vegetable growing techniques Opportunity to make connections with environmental professionals Management and leadership experience working with diverse populations and a variety of ages Independent planning and execution of specific tasks under the guidance of the ELCCT staff

Dates of Employment:

Start and end dates are flexible, but the position generally runs May through August.Duties and Responsibilities:Daily duties can include seeding, planting, pruning, weeding, bed prep, vegetable harvest, and deliveries. Interns will also assist with various assigned projects throughout the internship, such as leading harvest days with summer campers and leading educational tours/programs for the public.Oversee and organize volunteers and coordinate with food pantries.Qualifications and Experience:We are looking for individuals who are passionate about learning how to grow food and develop community. Interns must be responsible, dedicated and organized. While some growing experience is desired, it is not required. This experience is a great opportunity for someone interested in a job in horticulture, farming, or community organizing.

Garden planning, seed planting, weeding and harvest experience is preferred

Some teaching experience and working with volunteers is preferred

Be eager to learn and share knowledge

Be comfortable working with the public, school-age children and adults

Be self-motivated, able to follow directions and work independently

Be able to lift heavy items (20 - 50 pounds)

Be able to work outdoors and use a variety of gardening equipment such as shovels, rakes, wheel barrow

Tractor operation experience a plus but not required.

How to Apply: Send the following materials by March 31, 2020 via email to eoconnell@elcct.org Or mail to: Erin O’ConnellEnvironmental Learning Centers of Connecticut, Inc. 501 Wolcott RoadBristol, CT 06010

Cover Letter- indicating how this internship program can help you attain your goals and specify which position(s) for which you are applying

Resume Two letters of Recommendation

Job Compensation: Minimum wage ($11.00/hr.), approximately 20 hours weekly for 14 weeks.

Additional Employment and Internship Opportunities, January 2020

Comprehensive listing of Co-op/Internships and Summer Research Opportunitiesin the Life Sciences: https://people.rit.edu/gtfsbi/Symp/summer.htm

EmploymentI. Environmental

1. Cabrera Services Inc. Environmental Specialist – Entry/Junior-Level, East Hartford, CT

Cabrera Services Inc., a growing radiological and environmental remediation company, seeks an Entry/Junior-Level Environmental Specialist to work at Federal remediation projects located throughout the United States. Candidate will be based out of a corporate office, and travel to remote project sites to perform a wide array of tasks to support environmental field investigations. Will conduct environmental field investigations including sampling of various media (soil, groundwater, surface water, air, etc.), data analysis, interpretation and report writing, including the use of ArcGIS and AutoCAD for the development of project deliverables. Candidate will work under the oversight of the Field Site Manager and/or Project Manager, and key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

· Assisting project staff with execution on environmental investigation and remediation projects, to include environmental data collection (compliance monitoring and sampling), tracking, and reporting;· Provide technical support to team members for other aspects of the site environmental program;· Organize and develop documentation to meet environmental reporting and record-keeping requirements for projects;· Work with ArcGIS and AutoCAD to develop drawings for project deliverables, including initial planning documents, and final reports;· Assist with development of work plans (FSP, SAP, and UFP-QAPPs) to plan, track, and report routine and non-routine records, permits, and reports;· Assist in performing sampling events and inspections to comply with state/federal regulations, to include collecting samples; coordinating with laboratories and data analysis/management;· Perform project inspections and self-assessments for environmental (RCRA, TSCA and other regulatory) compliance, including sediment and erosion control;· Compile data, prepare reports, and participate in technical reviews, to include assisting with writing and preparing technical reports, work plans, letters, and memorandum;· Office work may include task coordination, data compilation and interpretation, report writing, regulatory file review, and project strategy development;· Support project close-out and post remedial action reporting efforts;

Minimum Qualifications: · Years of experience: 0-3 years’ experience in a similar position· Education required: Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources Management, or other related discipline· Experience working with ArcGIS and AutoCAD.· Experience and/or knowledge providing on-site support for environmental programs at federal installations (DOD and DOE).· National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance experience and/or knowledge, including supportive field studies and technical report writing· Ability to gain access to work on a Federal government facility required.

Desired Qualifications:· Experience at Superfund sites or similar (e.g., FUSRAP, CERCLA, FUDS, BRAC, etc.) under USACE jurisdiction· Knowledge and experience with remediation (environmental/radiological) excavation, decontamination, demolition, material handling, on-site treatment, off-site waste transport/disposal, environmental sampling/laboratory analysis, and site restoration means and methods.· Exhibiting ownership of delegated tasks, including responsibility for coordination and delivery of on-schedule and on-budget tasks.· Effective verbal and written communication skills· Professional work attitude and ability to participate on a team supporting a wide range of environmental compliance activities.· 40-hr HAZWOPER training with uninterrupted 8-hr Refresher course records.

To apply forward resume and cover letter expressing interest in this position to resumes@cabreraservices.com

II. Lab Technician1. Lab Technician/Technical data/ChemicalJob Location: 100 Tokeneke Road, Darien, CT 06820Position Type: contract( 12 months) with possible extensionPay Rate $22/hr on w2

Qualifications: Some college required or currently attending college ideally with some engineering,

chemistry, biology or science coursework. AS or BS preferred. Some experience in a lab with demonstrated computer and data entry

skills preferred. Technical knowledge in biology or chemistry and some knowledge of lab equipment and

instrumentation is highly preferred.; Excellent English and technical writing capabilities;

Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, and Adobe PDF.

Responsibilities: -attaching technical documents and entering data to an intranet database program. Creating and updating specifications and uploading to the intranet database program. Calibrating and maintenance of lab equipment and instruments Routine lab-work consisting of some titrations, wet chemistry, pH determinations,

reagent preparation, and possibly some UV-Vis, FTIR, HPLC, and GC. The data entry will consist of updating fields with key product attributes and

characteristics. Technical knowledge of standard chemical terms, lab equipment and instrumentation, as

well as good technical writing skills is critical to this job. Must by efficient and proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, and Adobe PDF

Apply at Indeed.comhttps://www.indeed.com/viewjob?alid=5e2630a61a3f9e07bcc6f88a&from=ja%2CiaBackPress&jk=f8c473bd460acbbf&l=Connecticut&q=Biology&rgtk=1dvkjjonc0d85004&tk=1dvkjjonc0d85004&utm_campaign=job_alerts&utm_medium=email&utm_source=jobseeker_emails

2. Laboratory Technician IIDaley and Associates - Meriden, CTWe have a 6-month contract opportunity for a Laboratory Technician position at a pharmaceutical organization in Connecticut! This position will move fast for the right candidate. If you have the desired skills and education, why not apply? This opportunity could be the job you have been waiting for!

Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in chemical engineering, biology, biochemistry, or equivalent 3-5 years of professional experience post-Bachelors or 2 years of professional experience

post Master's that could get you an interview. Experience working in a lab, General laboratory skills Experience in cell culture procedures and associated aseptic techniques is a plus Ability to lift to 50 lbs a plus Detail-oriented and ability to prioritize assignments English fluent, both written and spoken. Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to utilize Microsoft Excel and Word to perform tasks. Please contact Mike directly at mpastore@daleyaa.com for consideration. https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelpastore/

III. Biology Education 1. Nature Center After School EducatorDenison Pequotsepos Nature Center, Mystic, CT 06355The Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center (DPNC) is a nonprofit nature center in Mystic, CT that provides environmental education programs for all ages. Please visit our website at dpnc.org to learn more about our organization.DPNC is seeking an educator to conduct after school environmental education programs elementary school students. Hours will be 2-6pm Monday - Friday. Additional hours are available if desired.Tasks include:

Teaching after school classroom programs at local schools. Teaching public programs both at the Nature Center and offsite. Handling education animals, including snakes, turtles, and birds of prey Teaching classes outdoors. Various other duties as assigned by the Education Director Qualifications:

Completion of at least 2 years of college education in the fields of education, environmental education, biology, natural resources or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.

Prior relevant work experience is not required, but preferred. Willingness to work a varied schedule Willingness to work with live animals Enthusiasm for interacting with children and teaching them about the natural world Comfort in speaking publicly and managing small and large groups, both in a classroom setting and outside Proficient knowledge of the area's natural history

A valid driver's licenseAbility to lift 50 lbsJob Type: Part-timeSalary: $12.00 to $13.00 /hourLicense:Driver's License (Required)

Apply at Indeed.comhttps://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=5674aec3b1d76b47&q=Biology&l=Connecticut&tk=1dvkjjonc0d85004&from=ja&alid=5e2630a61a3f9e07bcc6f88a&utm_campaign=job_alerts&utm_medium=email&utm_source=jobseeker_emails&rgtk=1dvkjjonc0d85004

2. Marine Science Educator/Sailing DeckhandSoundWaters, Stamford, CT 06902Marine Science Educator/Deckhand Aboard 80' Schooner SoundWatersSoundWaters, a nonprofit education organization based in Stamford, CT, is accepting applications for Marine Science Educator/Deckhand aboard the 80’ Schooner SoundWaters for the 2020 sailing season.SoundWaters, founded in 1989, is the premiere environmental education organization focused on the protection of Long Island Sound and its watershed. SoundWaters works in partnership with individuals, schools, communities, businesses, civic organizations, and other environmental and educational organizations to develop experiences that foster a sense of responsibility and encourage actions that ensure the sustainable future of the Long Island Sound ecosystem.The Schooner STEM program is designed for local schools, summer camps and community organizations. The crew is responsible for delivery of three hour science programs for students ranging from 2nd grade thru high school while assisting in sail handling. STEM learning stations include water quality monitoring, human impact, plankton, marine animals, and navigation. Educators deliver information using an interactive pedagogy. On weekends and evenings the schooner offers public sails and private charters, and crew members are responsible for passenger safety, sail handling, and guest relations. Throughout the season the crew engages in maintenance of SoundWaters. All crew live aboard.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Leading the interdisciplinary on-board education learning stations, including environmental and nautical science.

Working with the SoundWaters team to create new learning stations to meet group needs. Preparing and maintaining education equipment. Preparing the schooner for program each morning and sharing in daily chores. Assisting with the sailing of the schooner. Assisting with various maintenance projects throughout the season. QUALIFICATIONS: Pursuit of degree in, degree in and/or career in science (biology, geology, chemistry, etc.),

history, or other field. Some experience teaching young people preferred. Enjoy working with people, especially children. Strong verbal communication skills and lots of enthusiasm! Excellent community member who enjoys living in a close knit, cooperative living and

working situation.START DATE: March 23, 2020. END DATE: November 20, 2020STIPEND : $275 per week plus room and board aboard the schooner SoundWaters.

3. Northwest Park’s summer camp: The Town of Windsor, CT seeks enthusiastic and friendly staff to work at Northwest Park’s summer program, Camp Foxfire. Children ages 4-13 learn about nature and the environment at the park’s 473 acre campus featuring native forests, fields, wetlands, and heritage farm animals. Through active, field based explorations and age-appropriate outdoor adventures, Camp Foxfire nurtures each child's curiosity and helps them gain confidence and self-respect while building relationships with other children and the natural world. Join our team of creative, energetic individuals who work together to provide an extraordinary experience in outdoor learning. We are hiring for multiple positions including Assistant Camp Director, Teachers, Nature Specialists, Adventure Program Leader, and Youth Development Specialist. Full job descriptions can be found online at the application link below. All positions are full-time/temporary, starting in June and ending in August 2020. Hourly pay rates are $15-$17 per hour. Red Cross First Aid and CPR training is provided. Requires a drug screen and criminal background check before hiring. Build skills and experience to establish your career as an environmental educator, science educator or field biologist, and learn while you earn on this summer job. Northwest Park is in a friendly small town located midway between Boston and New York City. Limited onsite housing may be available. To Apply:  See full job descriptions and complete an on-line application at https://townofwindsorct.com/human-resources/vacancies/ Applications will be accepted until positions are filled; interviews to start February 10, 2020. EOE/AA

3. New Britain Parks and Recreation After School Programs (looking for people for this semester), Summer Camp, and Aquatics

Click on Job Listing, Seasonal Help at: http://www.newbritainct.gov/documents/parks_n_recreation/default.htmfor information and application forms; Application deadlines are mostly in MarchCall 860-826-3360 for more information

4. Educational Playcare, Childcare and Schools for Young Childrenwww.EducationalPlaycare.comCurrent employment listings at: https://www.educationalplaycare.com/careers/job-listings/

IV. Field Positions

1. CT Bird Atlas TechniciansAvian Research AssistantDates of Employment:  April 3-August 6, 2020

Positions are available to assist with an assessment of the abundance of breeding birds in Connecticut.  Work entails conducting point count surveys, specialized surveys for secretive birds, data entry, and data proofing.

Qualifications:

1.      Minimum BS in wildlife science, ecology, biology, or related field2.      Ability to identify Northeastern US birds by sound and sight3.      Ability to navigate in the field4.      Ability and willingness to work individually for long hours in potentially adverse field

conditions5.      Attention to detail and ability to work under stressful conditions6.      Ability to develop and maintain a database

Responsibilities:

1.      Conduct point count surveys for breeding birds2.      Conduct specialized surveys for secretive and difficult to survey birds3.      Maintain database4.      Error check data sheets

Salary: $14/hour.  No housing is available, but a field vehicle will be provided.

To apply, please email or send a cover letter and resume to:

Min T. Huang, Migratory Bird Program LeaderCT DEEP

391 RT 32, N. Franklin CT 06254Min.huang@ct.gov860-418-5959V. Human Health

1. Client Services Representative - Women's HealthStamford, CT 06902Sema4 is a patient-centered health intelligence company founded on the idea that more information, deeper analysis, and increased engagement will improve the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Sema4 is dedicated to transforming healthcare by building dynamic models of human health and defining optimal, individualized health trajectories, starting in the areas of reproductive health and oncology. Centrellis™, our innovative health intelligence platform, is enabling us to generate a more complete understanding of disease and wellness and to provide science-driven solutions to the most pressing medical needs. Sema4 believes that patients should be treated as partners, and that data should be shared for the benefit of all.Sema4 is seeking a WOMEN'S HEALTH Client Services Representative for a full-time position on the noon to 8 p.m. shift. Some weekends and/or holidays as determined by the department. This position reports to the Director of Client Services.

Responsibilities: Communicate with patients and healthcare providers each day through phone calls, emails.

Assisting customers while making appropriate documentation in CRM system, strong multi-tasking and data entry skills preferred

Handle a variety of inquiry categories including questions about our products and services and work with our laboratory to ensure the timely delivery of test results

Facilitate mobile phlebotomy draws and supply requests Respond promptly to all customer inquiries while following standard operating procedures

and professionally handling access to HIPAA information Troubleshooting patient/provider portal issue Identify issues and trends and collaborate with your team and leadership to develop best

practices to ensure we are providing the best service and experience to all customers

Qualifications: Four-year degree required, BS in Biology or other healthcare field is preferred Computer and phone skills a must 1-2 Years of Client Services experience preferred 1-2 Years of Laboratory experience preferred Salesforce experience Bilingual, Spanish preferred

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Possible spring-summer employment for graduates (Bachelor's required) with familiarity with

Internships1. Biotherapeutics Discovery - Summer Intern

Boehringer Ingelheim, Ridgefield, CTBoehringer Ingelheim is currently seeking a talented and innovative Intern to join our Biotherapeutics Discovery department located at our US headquarters in Ridgefield, CT. As an Intern, you will focus on early antibody generation process to support our biotherapeutics

molecule discovery efforts. The responsibilities will include construction, panning and screening the antibody phage display libraries generated from immunized animals.As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees

Duties & Responsibilities:Using molecular biology to generating antibody phage librariesPerform E. coli transformations, bacterial culture, RNA and DNA isolation, restriction enzyme digestions, PCR and other basic molecular biology techniquesPhage display library panningHigh-throughput screening of phage display library outputs using ELISA

Requirements:Must be an Undergraduate, Graduate, or Professional Student in good academic standing.Must have completed 12 credit hours within a related major and/or other related coursework.Overall, cumulative GPA (from last completed quarter) must be at least 3.000 (on 4.0 scale) or better (No rounding up).Major must be related to the field of internship.

Desired Experience, Skills and Abilities:Must be enrolled in an academic program pursuing Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, Chemistry or related fieldUnderstanding of basic molecular biology conceptsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong ability to multi-task and willingness to work effectively in a fast-paced, highly collaborative, and diverse research environmentProficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Eligibility Requirements:Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)Must be 18 years of age or olderApply On Company Site

2. Biotherapeutics Discovery - Summer InternNewport Laboratories, Ridgefield, CT

Job Description - Biotherapeutics Discovery - Summer Intern (1917974)

Boehringer Ingelheim is an equal opportunity global employer who takes pride in maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture. We embrace diversity of perspectives and strive for an inclusive environment which benefits our employees, patients and communities.

Description: Boehringer Ingelheim is currently seeking a talented and innovative Intern to join our Biotherapeutics Discovery department located at our US headquarters in Ridgefield, CT. As an Intern, you will focus on early antibody generation process to support our biotherapeutics molecule discovery efforts. The responsibilities will include construction, panning and screening the antibody phage display libraries generated from immunized animals. As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees Duties & Responsibilities: · Using molecular biology to generating antibody phage libraries · Perform E. coli transformations, bacterial culture, RNA and DNA isolation, restriction enzyme digestions, PCR and other basic molecular biology techniques · Phage display library panning · High-throughput screening of phage display library outputs using ELISA.

Pharmacokinetics – Summer Intern (1917183)Newport Laboratories, Ridgefield, CTBoehringer Ingelheim is an equal opportunity global employer who takes pride in maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture. We embrace diversity of perspectives and strive for an inclusive environment which benefits our employees, patients and communities.

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3. Summer Internship - Lab PositionsCell Signaling Technology-Danvers, MA 01923

Applications will be accepted ONLY online via the CST   careers   page from January 1st - February 28th   and should include the following,   in one document, if possible:

Resume with a link to a YouTube Video (60-second video introducing yourself, and describing how an internship at CST will contribute to your future goals)1 Recommendation letter (if needed, this can be emailed separately to internships@cellsignal.com)Copy of unofficial transcriptNote: Instructions on how to upload videos to YouTube can be found here.

Returning interns should apply with an updated copy of resume only. No other application material is needed.

Program dates:

College Students - May 18th - August 7thHigh School Students - June 22nd - August 21st

Cell Signaling Technology, Inc. (CST) is a worldwide leader in the development and commercialization of antibodies, assays and research tools. As a company of scientists for scientists, we have developed PTMScan®, a technology to discover protein post-translational modifications, PhosphoSitePlus®, an online resource for investigation of post-translational modifications, and XMT® technology, a proprietary method to develop exceptional monoclonal antibodies. We are fully committed to developing new research tools to help define the mechanisms underlying cell function and disease, thereby broadly accelerating progress in biomedical research and medicine.

Position Summary:One of our most successful community initiatives is our Summer Internship Program. By employing and training students from our surrounding communities and colleges, CST is able to provide our summer interns with a positive hands-on experience at the bench, where they can help perform experiments and learn valuable technical skills from our knowledgeable CST scientists. Many of the student interns are invited to continue their internship for consecutive years, and after completing their science degrees, some return to CST as full-time employees. Our internship positions are paid positions and are full-time, Monday-Friday.

Responsibilities: CST offers hands-on laboratory internship opportunities in a variety of departments across

the organization, including product development, production, and research. Responsibilities will vary depending upon the lab and may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Cell culture Molecular biology responsibilities, such as cloning, PCR, peptide conjugation, etc. SDS-PAGE, western analysis, immunoprecipitation, immunofluorescence, etc. Preparation of media and buffers Validation of monoclonal antibodies for use in Immunohistochemistry Antibody engineering, epitope mapping, purification and validationQualifications: Must be a rising Senior in High School or be currently enrolled in an Undergraduate program

in the Sciences (Graduate students are not elgible for this program) Have successfully completed a high school Biology and Chemistry class Should possess a passion for science and learning Exhibit strong communication and collaborations skills

4.Animal Husbandry Internship SummerThe Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk, Inc.

The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk, Inc. The Maritime Aquarium inspires people of all ages to appreciate and protect the Long Island Sound ecosystem and the global environment through living exhibits, marine science and environmental education. Animal Husbandry Internship Summer 2020 Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis for our spring Animal Husbandry

internship beginning the week of May 25th, 2020, and running until the week of August 24th, 2020. Individuals are required to complete a minimum of 22 hours per week for a minimum of 14 weeks, and the completion of an original project. These are not paid positons. The Maritime Aquarium houses many species of fishes, invertebrates, frogs, and reptiles, from the Long Island Sound and beyond. Our aquarists work daily to provide the best husbandry for the animals in their care. From routine exhibit cleaning and feeding, to water quality testing and health examinations, our staff completes a wide variety of tasks as a part of their jobs every day. An aquarist internship at the Maritime Aquarium is designed to be a learning experience for any college student, or recent graduate who is interested in exploring a career in aquatic animal husbandry. During the internship, individuals will learn how to maintain aquarium exhibits, prepare diets, complete water quality tests, and keep records, as well as be introduced to aquatic animal health assessments, quarantine procedures, and aquarium system design. Those who have completed an internship with the Maritime Aquarium have gone on to careers here as well as other AZA-affiliated zoos and aquariums. If you have a love for animals, an enthusiastic attitude, and a willingness to learn, please consider applying for an internship in one of our galleries! We are offering internships specializing in the following areas: Jellies: Interns will learn to care for a wide variety of jelliesand work in our culture lab to grow new specimens for display. This gallery also works with the giant pacific octopus and lionfish. Tropical Fish and Invertebrates: Interns will work with a varietyof corals and freshwater and salt-water tropical fish. This gallery also works with the large sea turtles. Temperate Fish and Invertebrates: Interns will learn about andcare for the cold-water fish and invertebrates that live in Long Island Sound and the Atlantic Ocean. This gallery also works with the shark and ray touch pool Reptiles and Birds: Interns will learn to care for the aquarium scollection of land reptiles, amphibians and birds, as well as work with our ambassador animal collection. Reserves and Quarantine: Interns will work with in our hospitalsection, taking care of animals that are undergoing medical treatments, and quarantining new arrivals that will eventually go on exhibit. This section also works with the large sharks in our giant ocean tank.

Qualifications of the Ideal Candidate: Some background knowledge in aquarium keeping preferred, although

not required. Ability to lift and carry 65 pounds. Ability to negotiate stairs and maneuver on wet and uneven terrain. Demonstrates strong written and oral communication skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with both staff and guests. Desire to learn and demonstrate our mission: The Maritime Aquarium inspires people of all ages to appreciate and protect the Long Island Sound ecosystem and

the global environment through living exhibits, marine science, and environmental education.

Demonstrate high level of enthusiasm and willingness to learn.

Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age. Minimum time requirement of at least 22 hours a week over a 14 week period or more. Upon acceptance, purchase at least one aquarium uniform shirt, starting at $31. Must be currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from, a 2 or 4 year program studying biology, zoology, aquarium science, or a related field. Be dependable and punctual at all times. Attend educational sessions designed to increase interpretation of every day husbandry tasks. Complete an original project over the course of the internship.

How to Apply To apply, please submit a completed application, along with a cover letter, resume, and list of references to Jim Dauterman at . Applications can be found at the following link: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis for our summer internship. Qualified applicants will be contacted via email to coordinate a skype, or in-person interview. Applicants will be selected after the interview process based upon general knowledge, experience, attitude, punctuality, and by recommendation. Although not a guarantee, it is possible for college students to receive course credit or fulfill major requirements through their experience, provided they have completed the requirements for their college or program. The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk, Inc. 10 North Water Street South Norwalk, CT 06854

5. White Memorial Conservation Center offers volunteer internship opportunities for college and high school students. These professional opportunities help students explore career paths in Natural Resource Management, Conservation Biology, and Environmental Education. Interns are expected to complete a product demonstrating their internship experience and be in good academic standing with their school. Please fill out this Volunteer Application and contact the appropriate staff person to guide you through our internship program.If you are a high school student (no parent contacts, please) in need of fulfilling hours for an Agricultural Sciences program, please contact Gerri Griswold, our Director of Development and Administration: gerri@whitememorialcc.org or call 860-567-0857 x18.

6.The Farmington River Watershed Association: Seasonal River Stewards, River Stewards work in the field, laboratory, and office on projects, including weekly water quality sampling in the Farmington River and tributaries; laboratory analysis; stream temperature monitoring; and road-stream crossing assessments to identify problematic stream crossings, habitat connectivity issues and crossings in need of retrofit or replacement. The River Stewards also conduct community outreach (live and online) to promote safe and responsible river recreation and assist with FRWA’s “River Smart” stormwater pollution reduction outreach activities.Full job description and how to apply here: Seasonal Employment Opportunity  

7. Bruce Museum Career Internships1 Museum Drive, Greenwich, CT 06830-7157

RequirementsCareer Internships are available for college and university students, are unpaid and are usually taken for credit.  Non-credit applications are accepted for those wanting to gain experience.

Application deadlines:Applications for the Fall Semester (September-December) are due by August 1.Applications for the Spring Semester (January-May) are due by December 1.Applications for Summer posts are accepted beginning in January of each year and are due by April 1. 

Students applying to the Bruce Museum should submit the following information:1. Career Internship Application (Click on link for PDF form.)2. Letter indicating how this internship at the Bruce Museum fits in with the student's preparation, experience and goals and the college department granting the credit.3. A letter of recommendation from a faculty member who will act as the student's sponsor. (A letter of recommendation is required even if the internship is done for non-credit.) This should be sent directly by the faculty member. The sponsor acts as the administrator/facilitator any for college/university procedures required for the student to earn credit.

The number of individuals who will be able to participate during any one term will be limited.

Guidelines for Student InternsThe Museum suggests 120 hours of time per semester. However, this will vary according to the college requirements of each intern and the number of credit hours the college will allow the intern to earn.

Each student will be assigned to a Museum staff member whose expertise corresponds to the special interest indicated in the student's letter and application. Activities designed for college credit will be an accurate reflection of the normal daily work of the museum professional in the student's area of special interest.

No student will be paid for any work performed for college credit, and the Museum is not in the position to offer employment to interns upon completion of the academic term. Housing will not be available.

The areas of internship programs available at the Bruce Museum are (click to open):

Museum Administration/Development - available in the following departments:

Development and Fundraising: Special Events and Membership Museum Marketing and Communications  (also see listing above)

Curatorial - available in the following areas:

Natural Sciences Digital Media Collections Management - Registrar Museum Education

Seaside Center   Environmental Education   - Summer only

If you have questions or would like to submit an application, please contact Kathleen Holko (Manager of School & Tour Services) at kholko@brucemuseum.org. No phone calls please. 

8. New Canaan Nature Center. Internships are available for college level students during the spring, fall, and summer semesters in the areas of environmental education, animal care, communication/marketing, and visitor services. Internships are generally 10 – 20 hours per week for 6-8 weeks and work schedule is determined based upon individual applicants. All internships are unpaid, but college credit may be arranged.Candidates must be 18+ years of age and should have a minimum of a high school diploma. All internships are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.EMAIL MICHELLE (203) 966-9577 x1042

9. Sharon Audubon Center. Audubon Sharon aims to inspire lifelong stewardship of our environment and communities, providing individuals the opportunity to develop skills needed for a successful career in conservation. We invite current students, recent graduates, and other interested individuals to explore our internship opportunities.

Spring-Summer Environmental Education Internships Summer-Fall Environmental Education Internships Bird Banding Internships

https://sharon.audubon.org/spring-summer-environmental-education-internships

10. Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) ProgramUCONN Dept of Physiology and NeurobiologyPaid summer research opportunities in the areas of renal and muscle physiology; developmental neurobiology, synaptic plasticity and neural circuits; and other areas in molecular and cell biology, microbiology and immunology. Interested students, especially underrepresented minorities, veterans, first-generation college students, and students with disabilities from institutions with limited research opportunities are encouraged to apply. Rising juniors and seniors are eligible (i.e., students who have completed their sophomore or junior year.) Our primary goal is to give students from primarily non-Ph.D. granting institutions opportunities to experience a stimulating research environment. Students can expect to acquire skills and knowledge to help them enter graduate research programs.

Participants will spend 10 weeks with UConn faculty and graduate students, participating in graduate level research projects on physiological systems in animals ranging from invertebrates and marine fish to birds and mammals. REU students will be part of a campus multidisciplinary REU community consisting of several programs in the physical sciences and engineering as well as physiology and neurobiology. The research program will be accompanied by seminars and a social program. Each student prepares a scientific poster of their research for presentation at an

on campus REU symposium. The program lasts for 10 weeks, from Tuesday morning, May 31, through Friday August 5. Students must be available for the entire 10 week period.All students receive a stipend, a meal allowance and housing (with other REU participants) in our modern, air-conditioned University Dormitories. Limited funds to assist with travel expenses to and from UConn are available if requested at the time of application. University recreational facilities will be available for participant use.

Apply at: https://pnbreu.uconn.edu/application/

11. Other Select REU programs at nearby institutionsFor a more complete list of all USA opportunities. Visit: https://www.nsf.gov/crssprgm/reu/list_result.jsp?unitid=5047&d-8001259-p=5

12. REU Opportunity focusing on entrepreneurship, at UConn:

In partnership with CTNext (https://ctnext.com/) the School of Engineering has secured a grant to promote entrepreneurship in CT-based students. Starting this summer, the grant will support fifty (50) college students (at UConn or other CT schools) at the junior or senior level to do a 10-week summer research program in a faculty lab or research center. This is an extension of our recently concluded NSF E-REU grant focused on entrepreneurship and translating faculty research into the commercial sector. The program will be administered by the School of Engineering under the guidance of the Co-PIs, Prof. Hadi Bozorgmanesh (https://entrepreneurship.uconn.edu/about/leadership/) and myself.

A brief summary of the program is below: “The Connecticut Experiential Entrepreneurship Research Experience for Undergraduates, CT EE-REU, will award fellowships to fifty junior and senior undergraduate students from Connecticut institutions of higher education to undertake a ten-week intensive residential summer research and entrepreneurship program. Students will live on the UConn Storrs campus to facilitate networking, cohort-building activities, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and entrepreneurial engagement. The CT EE-REU will build Connecticut's technology entrepreneurship sector by providing undergraduate STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) students with an integrated research and entrepreneurship training experience, exposing them to in-depth technology research as well as teaching them the entrepreneurial competencies that are essential for taking full professional advantage of their academic training. The students will identify potentially commercializable technologies within faculty laboratories, and, through the program's entrepreneurial training, will develop a business model and potentially a startup company in collaboration with the faculty member. The student's summer activities will stimulate faculty to consider the commercialization potential of their scientific discoveries, thereby increasing the transition of university-developed IP to the marketplace and building a culture of entrepreneurship in the university and the state. Upon completion of the program, students will receive a certificate of achievement and will become entrepreneurship ambassadors at their respective institutions.” Student support (stipend, etc) will be covered by the grant. Student recruitment will be open from Monday February 3 through Monday March 2: please contact Dr. Burkey (info. below) for information on how to apply. At the conclusion of the recruitment period, participating faculty will be sent the list of students who selected their project and asked to make their selection(s). Our intention is to notify students of their acceptance by Mid-march. Prof. Daniel D. Burkey, Ph.D., Professor-in-Residence, Chemical & Biomolecular EngineeringAssociate Dean, Undergraduate Education and Diversity, University Teaching FellowHe/Him/His T: 860.486.5466 F: 860.486.3045E: daniel.burkey@uconn.eduW: https://cbe.engr.uconn.edu/person/daniel-burkey/

Bio Positions, Feb. 4th, 2020

1. UCLA’s B.I.G. Summer Research Program in Genomics, Bioinformatics, and Systems Biology.  

https://qcb.ucla.edu/big-summer/

This 8-week program (June 22 - August 14, 2020) combines workshops in big data analysis with research experiences in diverse areas of quantitative and computational biosciences. Supported by grants from NSF, NIH, and the University of California we can again provide up to 50 student fellowships and on-campus housing. Previous participants raved about the skills acquired, their research experience, the academic community and network. 

Criteria for admission are a passion for biological or biomedical research, some background in quantitative reasoning, math, stats or equivalent, and an interest to contribute to the diversity and inclusive climate of the UCLA academic research community.  Members of underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply. We would also like to emphasize that students may bring their research projects and thus function as catalysts for collaborations between their primary research faculty (at their own institution) and specific UCLA faculty.

UCLA’s Institute for Quantitative and Computational Biosciences (QCB) includes 18 departments within the Divisions of Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, the Samueli School of Engineering, and the David Geffen School of Medicine, including the recently launched Computational Medicine Department.  QCB’s mission is to support quantitative and computational biosciences research, research training, and education, to address the challenges and leverage opportunities of the bio-data sciences revolution.  Key activities include the QCB Collaboratory, a Postdoc Training Program, Interdepartmental Graduate Programs, and undergraduate majors and minors.

https://qcb.ucla.edu

We thank you for your assistance in making students aware of this summer research opportunity.

The BIG Summer steering committeeEleazar EskinHilary CollerSriram SankararanamJenny Papp

Tracy JohnsonAlexander Hoffmann

Alexander HoffmannDirector, Institute for Quantitative and Computational Biosciences (QCBio) www.qcb.ucla.eduThomas M. Asher Professor of Microbiology www.signalingsystems.ucla.eduDepartment of Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics (MIMG) ahoffmann@ucla.eduUniversity of California, Los Angeles

2. Common Ground is hiring Spring and Summer Naturalists and Camp Teachers!Want to spend your summer playing in the woods, cooking with food from the farm, catching frogs, making mud soup, hiking, singing songs, and meeting an amazing and diverse staff team? Join us!

Seeking professional educators, naturalists, and others who who have big hearts, love kids, and want to spend their summer active and outside.

Teachers do not need to have expertise in all program areas, but all teachers must be ready to get dirty, be active, be highly responsible, and have fun with children for all the hours they are at camp.

Location: New HavenSchedule: 7 weeks of full time work, see full posting for details**********************************************Full job description and online application: http://commongroundct.org/…/20…/01/Camp-2020-job-posting.pdf**********************************************

**Also seeking part time spring staff to lead school field trips on the farm and in the forest! Weekday mornings from April - June. Email resume

to rholcombe@commongroundct.org if interested in spring work.**

3. Seasonal Coastal Waterbird Technician

Southbury, CT 06488Apply On Company SiteOverview:Now in its second century, Audubon is dedicated to protecting birds and other wildlife and the habitat that supports them. Audubon’s mission is engaging people in bird conservation on a hemispheric scale through science, policy, education and on-the-ground conservation action. By mobilizing and aligning its network of Chapters, Centers, State and Important Bird Area programs in the four major migratory flyways in the Americas, the organization will bring the

full power of Audubon to bear on protecting common and threatened bird species and the critical habitat they need to survive. And as part of BirdLife International, Audubon will join people in over 100 in-country organizations all working to protect a network of Important Bird Areas around the world, leveraging the impact of actions they take at a local level. What defines Audubon’s unique value is a powerful grassroots network of nearly 500 local chapters, 23 state offices, 41 Audubon Centers, Important Bird Area Programs in 50 states, and 700 staff across the country. Audubon is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Position Summary:As part of the Audubon Alliance for Coastal Waterbirds, the Coastal Waterbird Technician is responsible for aiding Connecticut Dept. of Energy and Environmental Protection Wildlife Division and US Fish and Wildlife Service efforts to inventory, monitor, and steward coastal waterbirds (Piping Plover, American Oystercatcher, Least and Common Terns) in Connecticut.

As part of this project, from March 1st – April 15th, the Coastal Waterbird Technician will assess the types and frequency of human disturbance, the response of shorebirds (Piping Plover, American Oystercatcher, Semipalmated Sandpiper, Sanderling, and possible Red Knot), and effectiveness of various techniques used to control disturbance at sites across CT.This is a great opportunity to work with several species of shorebirds and waterbirds in a unique estuarine ecosystem. The Coastal Waterbird Technician is a seasonal, full-time position with a 35 hours per week schedule, and is slated for March 1st through August 31st.

Essential Functions:The Coastal Waterbird Technician will assist conservation scientists with monitoring, research, and management activities for nesting and migratory shorebirds on the coast of Connecticut. Stewardship, inventory and monitoring activities include:

Implement Atlantic Flyway Disturbance Project (AFDP) at 40 points located at five sites along the CT shoreline, once a week from March 1st – April 15th.

Ensure that AFDP data gets entered into the master datasheet and submitted to the Virginia Tech Shorebird Program for analysis.

Posting and patrolling bird colonies on beaches and offshore islands.Monitoring of beach and island nesting birds for productivity and entering data into online spreadsheet.

Educating island and beach visitors about beach nesting and migrant birds.Recruiting, training and organizing volunteers for inventory and stewardship efforts.Assisting DEEP and USFWS staff in stewardship activities of Piping Plovers as needed.Coordinating monitoring efforts with other Audubon Alliance staff.Assisting with end of the season reports.Additional duties may be assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

Coursework in active pursuit of a degree in biology, wildlife management, or related field.Experience with waterbird and shorebird identification and/or monitoring for the US east coast.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite software; experience with GPS units.Must have valid driver's license and safe driving record (the Coastal Waterbird Technician will be reimbursed for a portion of to/from nesting site).

Experience and ability to communicate clearly via written, spoken and graphical means.Flexible approach to work, as some weekend and holiday work will be required.Interest in conservation and commitment to the mission of the National Audubon Society.

4. Environmental Protection Seasonal Resource Assistant (Diadromous Inland Fisheries Program). Old Lyme, CT 06371

Apply On Company SiteAt the State of Connecticut, Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP), we are dedicated to conserving, improving and protecting our natural resources and the environment and increasing the availability of cheaper, cleaner and more reliable energy. The mission of the Bureau of Natural Resources is to conserve and enhance Connecticut’s fish, wildlife and forest resources and to enhance opportunities for public use and appreciation. The Bureau of Natural Resources is made up of three Divisions (Fisheries, Forestry and Wildlife) and a central office.The Fisheries Division is currently seeking to hire multiple Environmental Protection Seasonal Resource Assistants to work with the Diadromous Inland Fisheries Program March through October 2020. The duty station for these field-oriented positions will be at the DEEP Marine Headquarters located at 333 Ferry Road in Old Lyme, CT.

The positions are up to thirty-five (35) hours per week. Work hours may vary with field activity.These positions are not to exceed 1,030 hours, six (6) months.The pay rate varies from $11.00 to $14.00 per hour depending on education and experience. There are no benefits for these positions.Note: Do not submit a cover letter. Applicants must only include a resume within the "Resume Tab" of their application.Questions about this position should be directed to:Timothy.Wildman@ct.gov (860)447-4315.

Selection Plan These positions are non-competitive. Open to the public.Selected candidates must be fluent in English and be at least 18 years old.Selected candidates must possess and maintain adequate physical flexibility, strength and stamina to perform the duties (including work outside in inclement weather, work outside for extended periods), and work well with other staff and members of the public.PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)In the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, as a limited duration employee, performs one or more of a variety of tasks and assigned duties of a seasonal nature.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

These EP Seasonal Resource Assistants that are stationed out of the DEEP Marine Headquarters will be involved in activities that include, but are not limited to: fishway and eel pass monitoring and maintenance; stocking river herring, shad, and sea run trout; collection and processing of Young-of-Year American eel biological samples; monitoring and maintenance of electronic fish counters; fish passage data collection; and stream electrofishing.

EP Seasonal Resource Assistants will also be responsible for activities taking place across the state using state vehicles and will be required to perform simple facility-maintenance tasks including: light carpentry; painting; grass cutting; and fishway repair and construction.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITYAbility to follow instructions.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Recent college graduates with a degree in Fisheries Biology or general Biology.

Ability to perform strenuous field activities.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS 1. Incumbents in this class who are assigned as supervisors of small recreational units will perform emergency first aid as needed and will be required to obtain and retain a Basic First Aid Certificate.2. Incumbents in this class may be required for certain positions to meet any of the following:a. Proof of possession of a valid Motor Vehicle Operator license.b. Possession of a valid license to apply pesticides.c. College training in a specific field.d. Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification may be required by specific State facilities.3. Incumbents performing lifeguard services must have and retain an American Red Cross (ARC) Lifeguarding Certification (includes CPR for the Professional Rescuer and Basic First Aid). An EMT or MRT certification may be substituted for the CPR and First Aid requirements.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS1. Incumbents in this class must possess and maintain adequate physical strength and stamina to perform the duties of the class.2. Incumbents performing lifeguard services must be able to demonstrate American Red Cross (ARC) waterfront lifeguarding swimming skills.State of Connecticut - 2 days ago

5. Research Assistant 1, University of ConnecticutHartford, CT 06105Apply On Company SiteSearch #: 494295Work type: Full-timeLocation: Hartford CampusCategories: ResearchThe Research Weight Management Group located in our downtown Hartford location is currently seeking a Research Assistant 1.Under the supervision of the Project Director, the Research Assistant 1 will help to facilitate all aspects of our research, which is focused on lifestyle interventions for the treatment of obesity, including weight loss and weight loss maintenance. Our interventions focus on diet, physical activity, and cognitive and behavior change strategies. Study participants are from diverse racial,

ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Interaction with participants is within the context of screening, assessments, and treatment delivery.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Participate in activities related to the recruitment, tracking, and follow-up of study participants.

Facilitate and perform assessment procedures, which involve objective measurement of weight, height, blood pressure, and physical activity.

Assist with orientation and informed consent visits. Help to develop weight management intervention materials. Deliver intervention components to study participants in a variety of modalities (face-to-

face, phone, and mHealth). Assist with data management efforts. Attend staff meetings. Perform other duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in health sciences, psychology, or social sciences equivalent. Experience with data entry, word processing, or related computer skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well with colleagues and individuals

from diverse backgrounds. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Strong organizational skills, with attention to detail / conscientiousness. Ability to work evening hours as needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience with clinical research. Experience with developing and working in tracking systems such as Qualtrics or

RedCap. Experience using statistical software such as SPSS or SAS.

APPOINTMENT TERMSThis is a full-time, 12-month position based on available funding and subject to annual renewal. Salary will be commensurate with successful candidate's background and experience. Screening of applications will begin immediately. The University offers outstanding medical and retirement benefits.report job

6. System Engineering Intern, Thermo Fisher Scientific Guilford, CT 06437

Apply On Company SiteWe are seeking an engineering intern to support the development of the Ion Torrent Sequencing platform for new application. The internship position will provide an opportunity for college students who are currently pursuing biomedical, electrical, mechanical engineering or physics degree to join a fast-paced instrument design and workflow development environment. The system intern will work within a multidisciplinary team of engineers, molecular biologists and chemists. Specific duties will include, but not limited to:

Developing and executing instrument design verification tests. Collecting and analyzing data, composing test reports, providing feedback on instrument

design

Providing engineering support to application development with hardware testing and troubleshooting.

The position starts in June, paid working 40 hours per week through August. Opportunity exists for this position to continue through the academic year on a part-time basis to allow for class schedules.Skills and Abilities:

Ability to work independently and as a member of cross-functional team. Willingness to learn. Be motivated. Strong analytical, communication and organizational skills. Familiar with engineering lab equipment and enjoy doing hands-on work.

Qualification: Currently enrolled in programs leading to a Bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering,

mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, chemical engineering or physics. A minimum of 2 years of college level study in related field. Course work and lab experience in mechanical design, instrument control and data

analysis. Training in general science, computer programming and molecular biology are preferred.

7. Research Technician: Molecular and Cellular Biology, Trinity College, Hartford, CT 06106

Apply On Company SiteTitleResearch Technician: Molecular and Cellular Biology

Department- BiologyRegular or Temporary- TemporaryHours Per Week- 35Weeks Per Year-52Open Date-09/20/2019Open Until Filled-YesFull or Part Time-Full Time

Position SummaryPart time lab technical assistance in Dr. Terri Williams’ project on the molecular and cellular basis of embryo elongation in beetles.Duties and responsibilities

Carrying out general molecular (PCR, cloning, sequence and transcriptome analysis) and cellular biology (immunohistochemistry, embryo micro-injection) experiments.

Working directly with undergraduates to support their research projects in the lab. General Lab Management, placing orders and making media, etc.

QualificationsKnowledge, skills and abilitiesBasic molecular biology skills, some microscopy experience.

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology, Genetics or equivalent Experience working in a Research Laboratory Previous experience with Bioinformatics a plus but not required Previous experience with python programming a plus but not required

Preferred Qualifications Excellent time management skills Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent hands-on skills in cell and molecular techniques Strongly self-motivated Willingness to work independently and learn new methods.

Special Instructions to ApplicantsThis is a grant funded position. Rate of pay will commensurate with experience and qualifications.

8. Scientist II, MaxisIT Inc , Ridgefield, CTUrgently hiringJob Details:

Work with a dynamic group in the Immunology and Inflammation Department responsible for evaluating Client lead molecules in models of immunology and inflammation.

Involved with the daily function and operations of the logistics group, responsible for multiple aspects of coordination and logistical efforts (shipping and customs documentation, sample organization support). Involved in the preparation and shipping of samples both domestically and internationally, maintenance of databases for inventory and use of transgenic rodent models, maintenance of filing and databases for inventory of histology samples. Additional support of in vivo studies.

Involved in the isolation and analysis of RNA isolated from study tissues. Perform enzyme linked immunosorbant assays (ELISA) and multiplex analysis. Involved with the daily function and operations of the laboratory, such as preparation of standard laboratory reagents.

Work well in a team environment.Skills:

Excellent organization skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced multitasking environment. Ability to maintain prioritization and meet scheduled deadlines.

Experience with basic laboratory skills (ie pipetting, aliquoting, use of precison balances) required. Experience with various in vitro and cellular assays such as enzyme linked immunosorbant assays (ELISA), multiplex, reverse transcriptase PCR (RT-PCR) a plus. Some in vivo experience preferred but not required.

Experience with standard computer programs such as MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint

Strong written and oral communication skills Display a strong enthusiasm for learning and science

Education:B.S. degree in biology and/or pharmacology

Job Type: Contract- 1 year. Contract Renewal: Possible

Work Location: One location

Schedule: Monday to Friday

9. Scientist II, Maxisit , Ridgefield, CT Excellent organization skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced multitasking

environment. Ability to maintain prioritization and meet scheduled deadlines. Experience with basic laboratory skills (ie pipetting, aliquoting, use of precison balances)

required. Experience with various in vitro and cellular assays such as enzyme linked immunosorbant assays (ELISA), multiplex, reverse transcriptase PCR (RT-PCR) a plus. Some in vivo experience preferred but not required.

Experience with standard computer programs such as MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint

Strong written and oral communication skills Display a strong enthusiasm for learning and science

Education:B.S. degree in biology and/or pharmacologyJob Type: ContractSalary: $20.00 to $25.00 /hour

10.Cell biology – Summer Intern, Boehringer Ingelheim, -Ridgefield, CTApply On Company SiteBoehringer Ingelheim is currently seeking an enthusiastic and motivated summer intern contributing to understand the mechanisms of non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) to join our Cardio-Metabolic Diseases Research department at Boehringer Ingelheim in Ridgefield, CT. As an intern, you will support projects focusing on understanding the role of extracellular matrix in fibrosis development. You will be working on developing in vitro assays to evaluate stimuli regulating extracellular matrix production and degradation.As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.

Duties & Responsibilities: Work in a collaborative research environment Understand how studies support project goals Conduct experiments according to protocols and deliver timely data Perform data analyses and formulate hypotheses to guide future experimentation

Develop assays using in vitro cultured fibroblasts or macrophages; analyze cellular response using cell and molecular biology approaches

Clearly communicate progress and findings to the team

Requirements:Must be an Undergraduate, Graduate, or Professional Student in good academic standing.Must have completed 12 credit hours within a related major and/or other related coursework.Overall, cumulative GPA (from last completed quarter) must be at least 3.000 (on 4.0 scale) or better (No rounding up).Major must be related to the field of internship.

Desired Experience, Skills and Abilities: Experience in conducting small research projects Understanding of fibrosis pathogenesis Experience in cell culture as well as cell and molecular biology techniques Good knowledge of biology and molecular basis of pathology Basic knowledge of data analysis (e.g. spreadsheets)

Eligibility Requirements:Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.Must be willing to submit to a background investigation, including verification of your past employment, criminal history, and educational backgroundMust be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)Must be 18 years of age or older

Who We Are:At Boehringer Ingelheim we create value through innovation with one clear goal: to improve the lives of patients. We develop breakthrough therapies and innovative healthcare solutions in areas of unmet medical need for both humans and animals. As a family owned company we focus on long term performance. We are powered by 50.000 employees globally who nurture a diverse, collaborative and inclusive culture. Learning and development for all employees is key because your growth is our growth. Want to learn more? Visit boehringer-ingelheim.com and join us in our effort to make more health. Boehringer Ingelheim, including Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Boehringer Ingelheim USA, Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA, Inc., Merial Barceloneta, LLC and Boehringer Ingelheim Fremont, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status, including protected veteran status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.including protected veteran status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

Boehringer Ingelheim is firmly committed to ensuring a safe, healthy, productive and efficient work environment for our employees, partners and customers. As part of that commitment, Boehringer Ingelheim conducts pre-employment verifications and drug screenings.ground investigations and drug screenings.

Job - Apprenticeship/InternshipPrimary Location - Americas-US-CT-RidgefieldOrganization - US-BI Pharma/BI USASchedule - Full-timeBoehringer Ingelheim - 24 days agoreport job