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The Maritime Aquarium

Aquarist I - Jellies

Norwalk, CT · On-site

$21.13/hr

... internships, or volunteer service) preferred * Basic knowledge of animal husbandry, behavior, and life support systems (LSS) * General knowledge of water quality testing, medical dosing, and lab ...

Search Station

Associate Veterinarian

Fairfield, CT · On-site

$130K - $140K/yr

Internship training preferred but not required. * Licensed or Eligible to obtain Connecticut State ... Discounts on reference lab testing, Purina pet foods, and pet insurance.

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What is a lab internship?

Lab internships are short-term, practical training experiences in laboratory settings, often offered to students or recent graduates. These internships provide hands-on exposure to scientific research, experiments, and lab techniques under the supervision of experienced professionals. Participants gain valuable skills, learn about lab safety protocols, and often contribute to ongoing research projects. Lab internships can be found in academic, industrial, or government research labs and are a great way to explore careers in science, technology, engineering, or healthcare.

What are some common challenges lab interns face during their internships, and how can they overcome them?

Lab interns often encounter challenges such as adapting to complex equipment, learning new experimental protocols, and managing time effectively between tasks. It's common to initially feel overwhelmed by the technical jargon or precision required in lab work. To overcome these hurdles, interns should proactively ask questions, seek feedback from supervisors, and make detailed notes on procedures. Collaborating with other team members and participating in regular lab meetings can also enhance understanding and integration into the research environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in lab internships, and why are they important?

To thrive in Lab Internships, you typically need a solid grounding in laboratory techniques, data analysis, and safety protocols, often supported by coursework in biology, chemistry, or related sciences. Familiarity with laboratory equipment, basic statistical software, and documentation systems is highly valued. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective communication distinguish standout interns. These abilities are crucial for maintaining accurate results, ensuring safety, and contributing meaningfully to research projects.

What is the difference between Lab Internships vs Lab Technicians?

AspectLab InternshipsLab Technicians
Required CredentialsTypically enrolled students or recent graduates; no formal certification requiredPost-secondary education; often certified or licensed depending on industry
Work EnvironmentEducational labs, research facilities, or industry settings under supervisionOperational labs, manufacturing, or clinical environments with more independent responsibilities
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, research organizations, biotech companiesHospitals, laboratories, manufacturing plants, research facilities
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding entry-level opportunities, internships, or training programsJob responsibilities, qualifications, or career progression

Lab internships are typically short-term, educational opportunities for students or recent graduates to gain hands-on experience. Lab technicians are trained professionals responsible for conducting tests, maintaining equipment, and supporting lab operations. While internships focus on learning, technicians perform ongoing, technical tasks in professional settings.

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Quality Technician - 2nd Shift

Bio-Techne

Wallingford, CT • On-site

$23.20 - $31.90/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Bio-Techne rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

By joining Bio-Techne, you'll join a company with a powerful and positive purpose of enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics. Bio-Techne, and all of its brands, provides tools for researchers to further treat and prevent disease worldwide.

Pay Range:

$23.20 - $31.90

Position Summary:

The Quality Technician role is established to support the Simple Plex and Simple Western Consumables team in the Wallingford facility. Assists Quality Analysts and the QA team in ourISO compliant environment. Provides support for QC / QA activities including hands-onevaluation of microfluidic cartridge products and simple western cartridges (seehttps://www.proteinsimple.com/ella.html).

Key Responsibilities:

  • Understand and follow appropriate quality protocols regarding:

    • Quality Manual

    • Record Keeping Guidelines

    • General understanding of Quality body of knowledge (Inspection plans, sampling, etc.)

    • Safety procedures

    • Department specific SOP's

    • Inventory Maintenance

  • Learn LIMS (Lab Information Management System.

  • Product Testing of commercial workorders.

  • Manufacturing of 10X Controls

Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in relevant field; with a minimum of 0-2 years' experience

  • Non-science 4-year degree or associate degree with 2 - 4 years' experience

  • High School degree with 5+ years of laboratory work and/or biologics handling experience.

  • Good communication skills are essential

  • Experience in an ISO compliant manufacturing environment is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Lab experience including pipetting.

  • Microsoft office (Excel) knowledge

  • Propose process improvements and flag areas for improvement

  • Ability to support and help others on the team

  • Support deviation and out-of-specification investigations

  • Perform lab work, including preparation of controls and reagents, and performing instrument runs.

  • Demonstrate an increasing level of independence in daily work tasks

  • Flexibility to work on multiple tasks with increased effectiveness

  • Understands databases

  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by manager, leadership team.


Why Join Bio-Techne:

  • We offer competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield.
  • We invest in our employees' financial futures through 401k plans, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA.
  • We empower our employees develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, tuition reimbursement, internship programs, and more.
  • We offer employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives to build a culture of caring and belonging.
  • We offer an accrued leave policy with paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.
  • We foster a culture of empowerment and innovation, where employees feel valued and encouraged to bring their new ideas to the table.

Bio-Techne is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.


To protect the interests of all, Bio-Techne will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than a candidate application. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Bio-Techne will be considered Bio-Techne property.


If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, participate in an interview, or take part in any other stage of the recruitment process, please contact hr@bio-techne.com for assistance.

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