New

Co-Op Student

Brigham and Women's Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
60 Fenwood Road (Show on map)
Apr 29, 2026
The research student program at the Walt Lab offers trainees an immersive, hands-on research experience focused on biomarker detection and assay development, with applications in neurodegenerative disease research and related fields. Research Student are introduced to foundational and progressively advanced lab techniques and scientific inquiry within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. Through direct experimental training, participation in lab meetings, departmental seminars, and one-on-one mentoring, trainees will build a strong foundation in experimental design, data analysis, and technical skills, preparing them to make meaningful contributions to scientific research. The student will: Understand basic of machine learning classification in the context of basic metabolic testing and clinical blood counts to hematological diseases and pregnancy-associated disorders; develop pipelines for data cleaning, data handling, and their integration with classifiers. As time permits: gain familiarity with protein quantification using ultra-sensitive techniques such as the HDX and SPX. Be able to perform and understand design principles of next-generation EV analysis, assay validation, and single-molecule enzymology. Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Experience Enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program 0-1 year required and Math, statistics, or programming background of coursework 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Basic Computer literacy. - Attention to Detail. - Good Organizational skills and ability to handle multiple priorities. - Solid written and verbal communication skills. - Good Customer service skills. The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.