Undergrad Student Summer Internship 2022

Position Number: TBD

Employer Name:
Ronawk

Department:
Research & Development

Stipend:
TBD

Overtime Status: Exempt

Classification: Unclassified

Position Reports to (Classification Title): Chief Technology Officer

Regular Hours of Work (Classified Jobs Only): 40 Hours

Length of Employment: 10 Weeks – Summer of 2022

90-Day Probationary Period: N/A

Location of Position: 500 N. Rogers Rd. Suite 500-B20, Olathe, KS 66062

Position Summary:
This position requires an individual that is highly independent and self-motivated. The individual will be assisting Ronawk researchers to execute experiments that are approved by Ronawk’s CTO that advance Ronawk’s strategic plans, complete client service projects, or improve Ronawk’s products. The position requires an individual to be able to follow technical instructions, keep detailed notes, and have a willingness to learn and develop new skills. The individual will be responsible for submitting weekly progress reports to management and over the duration of the internship learn how to conduct literature searches, present scientific data, and write technical manuscripts.

Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma and at least two years college experience in biological sciences or related field

Preferred Qualifications (1 or More):

• Proficiency with aseptic technique
• Familiarity with culturing primary and immortalized cell lines.
• Proficiency with measuring biological factors via standard bioassays
• Mechanical testing experience
• Familiarity with 3D bioprinting (Design or Operations)
• Familiarity with 3D printing (Design or Operations)

Instructions for Applying:
Email Ms. Heather Decker ([email protected]) a Resume or CV, and cover letter on 1) why you would like to be a summer intern at Ronawk and 2) what you hope to gain out of your internship experience by no later than Friday, March 18th. A letter of recommendation from an individual familiar with your qualifications is encouraged, but not required.

Duties (1) Essential:
Data processing and analysis (imaging and numerical)

Duties (1) Essential:
Writing, constructing, and presenting scientific information for grant proposals, conference presentations, and manuscripts.

Mental/Cognitive Requirements:
Communication: YES
-Comprehend and use basic language, either written or spoken, to communicate information and ideas
-Comprehend and use technical or professional language, either written or spoken, to communicate complex ideas

Calculation: YES
-Perform numerical operations using basic counting, adding, subtracting, multiplying, or dividing
-Perform complex quantitative calculations or reasoning using algebra, geometry, statistics, or abstract symbols

Problem Solving: YES
-Formulate and apply the appropriate course of action for routine or familiar situations
-Use logic to define problems, collect information, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, interpret information, and deal with abstract variables for unique or unfamiliar situations

Physical Activities & Requirements:
Light Activity:
-Kneel
-Crouch/Squat
-Sit
-Stand
-Walk
-Lift – Raise or lower object & 20 lbs from one level to another
-Carry
– Transport an object
-Push
-Pull
-Turn/twist
-Bend
-Balance
-Reach
-Handle