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Research Student- Individual & Genomic Medicine

CompanyHenry Ford Health
LocationDetroit
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 12, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Research Student will conduct assigned research tasks and experiments while maintaining laboratory equipment and safety standards. They are also responsible for collecting, analyzing, and documenting research data to contribute to the advancement of genomic medicine.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
2
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
*Job seekers: please be aware of fraudulent job postings and phishing scams via LinkedIn. Henry Ford Health only contacts applicants through our human resources department and via a corporate email address. Here are some tips to be aware of: http://ow.ly/Kc0o50EKory Serving communities across Michigan and beyond, Henry Ford Health is committed to partnering with patients & members along their entire health journey. Henry Ford Health provides a full continuum of services – from primary and preventative care, to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care & other healthcare retail. It is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers, recognized for clinical excellence in cancer care, cardiology and cardiovascular surgery, neurology and neurosurgery, orthopedics and sports medicine, and multi-organ transplants. Consistently ranked among the top five NIH-funded institutions in Michigan, Henry Ford Health engages in thousands of research projects annually. Equally committed to educating the next generation of health professionals, Henry Ford Health trains more than 4,000 medical students, residents and fellows every year across 50+ accredited programs. With more than 50,000 valued team members, Henry Ford Health is also among Michigan’s largest and most diverse employers. President and CEO Bob Riney leads the health system and serves a growing number of customers across more than 550 sites across Michigan. That includes: 11 acute care hospitals; 3 behavioral health facilities including two world-class addiction treatment centers; a state-of-the-art orthopedics and sports medicine facility; multiple cancer care destinations including the Brigitte Harris Cancer Pavilion, Henry Ford Health’s premier location in Detroit; & more options than ever for primary care for patients and families across the region.
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Company Description

Company Description

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Job Description

 

***On-Site-Contingent Role***

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the supervision of senior research staff, the Research Student will be responsible for the following:

  • Conduct assigned research tasks and experiments in accordance with established laboratory protocols and scientific standards
  • Operate and maintain state-of-the-art scientific equipment and instrumentation with precision and adherence to safety guidelines
  • Collect, analyze, and document research data with accuracy and attention to detail
  • Prepare comprehensive research reports and presentations for review by supervising researchers
  • Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks and ensure proper documentation of all experimental procedures and results
  • Collaborate effectively with research team members and communicate findings clearly through written and oral presentations
  • Adhere to all institutional policies, ethical guidelines, and regulatory requirements governing biomedical research
  • Contribute to the advancement of knowledge in Individual and Genomic Medicine through rigorous scientific inquiry

Qualifications

**EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:**

  • Current enrollment in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program
  • Demonstrated commitment to rigorous scientific inquiry and exceptional organizational capabilities
  • Demonstrated proficiency in operating complex laboratory equipment with precision and safety awareness
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)

Additional Information

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career through collaborative projects, access to leading resources, and a commitment to mission-driven work. Join a team that values learning, innovation, and making a meaningful impact on healthcare.

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Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our team at Henry Ford Health!

  • Job Type: Student
    • Key Skills
    Laboratory protocolsScientific equipment operationData analysisDocumentationResearch reportingLaboratory notebooksBiomedical researchMicrosoft Office SuiteGenomic medicineScientific inquiryExperimental procedures
    Categories
    Science & ResearchHealthcare