Intern/Aide - Pediatrics
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX
Job posting number: #7342207 (Ref:24791-en_US)
Posted: April 13, 2026
Job Description
Summary
The Intern/Aide will support ongoing research studies within the Texas Children’s Cancer and Hematology Center during a paid summer internship program. This position provides hands-on exposure to pediatric hematology/oncology research and offers structured learning opportunities in research operations, administration, and laboratory-related activities. The internship is designed to foster professional development by building foundational research, laboratory, and administrative skills while contributing to active research projects under supervision.
Job Duties
- Assist with research study support activities within the Cancer and Hematology Center
- Perform database management tasks, including data entry and organization
- Support inventory management of research supplies and materials
- Conduct chart reviews in accordance with research protocols
- Assist with sample processing following established procedures
- Apply general laboratory skills to support ongoing research projects
- Use computer and administrative skills to support research and program needs
- May assist with special projects/programs.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be enrolled in high school, trade/vocational school or higher education institution.
Preferred Qualifications
- Currently enrolled high school, undergraduate, or graduate student
- Interest in pediatric hematology/oncology or pediatric healthcare
- Basic knowledge or willingness to learn research processes and concepts
- General laboratory skills or interest in laboratory-based work
- Strong computer skills, including data entry and record management
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Attention to detail and ability to follow research protocols
Work Authorization Requirement:
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.
Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission, and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. - Diversity, respect, and inclusiveness create an environment that is conducive to academic excellence, and strengthens our institution by increasing talent, encouraging creativity, and ensuring a broader perspective. - Diversity helps position Baylor to reduce disparities in health and healthcare access and to better address the needs of the community we serve. - Baylor is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding students, trainees, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds by providing a welcoming, supportive learning environment for all members of the Baylor community.
