Can I apply directly for this job on this page?

Yes, you can begin your application on this page using a quick form. You'll then be redirected to the employer's career site to complete the full application process.

What is the role of a Undergraduate Internship - Immune Organ on Chip at Harvard University?

The Undergraduate Internship - Immune Organ on Chip position at Harvard University is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the relevant field.

Where is this Undergraduate Internship - Immune Organ on Chip job located?

Cambridge, Massachusetts, 02163, United States

What type of employment is offered for this Undergraduate Internship - Immune Organ on Chip role?

Full-time or part-time position

What industry does this Undergraduate Internship - Immune Organ on Chip position belong to?

This role spans multiple industries.

Undergraduate Internship - Immune Organ on Chip job near me in Cambridge, Massachusetts at Harvard University | Jobs and Employment

Harvard University

Position

Details

Title	Undergraduate Internship - Immune Organ on Chip
School	Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering
Department/Area	Immune Organs on Chip
Position Description	About the Wyss: The Wyss Institute’s mission is to transform healthcare and the environment by emulating the way nature builds. We harness the imagination of academia and the focus of industry to translate ground-breaking technologies into commercial products that solve big problems. We support research that universities, companies, and venture capital firms don’t fund because they view it as too risky. We prefer to use the word “challenging,” and we love challenges. For more information, discover our technologies, catch up on our recent news, or watch our latest videos. The Ingber lab is using immune organs-on-chip to study vaccines, solid tumors, radiation induced injury and Lyme Disease. With our work, we hope to understand what makes a vaccine effective, create an implantable therapy for cancer, as well as incubate a startup that will design novel Lyme Disease therapeutics. More information can be found here. What you’ll do: The selected student/s will be working in the Immune Organ on Chip team investigating the some of the research goals set forth by the aforementioned projects. Ideal start date is in September. Train with the immune organs-on-chip team to isolate human immune cells, human and mouse cancer cells and collaborate with them to set up different types of cocultures. Learn and perform laboratory techniques such as immune assays, qPCR, Western blots, Flow cytometry etc.; conduct planned experiments with guidance from senior staff. Read scientific literature to learn key concepts and state-of-the-art techniques. Accurately and thoroughly document experimental observations and protocols and write/update standard operating procedures. Follow Harvard’s best practices for data storage and sharing experimental records with the team. Order supplies/consumables and maintain shared stocks. Maintain tissue culture facilities, including daily maintenance of tissue culture equipment such as hoods, incubators, and water baths. Collaborate with other teams at the Wyss Institute or in other institutions to provide project support as needed. Gain experience in contributing to the writing of journal articles, reviews, and patents Demonstrate a commitment to the Wyss Institute’s community values of courage, collaboration, innovation, impact, diversity, and respect through actions, interactions, and communications with others. Additional Information: We encourage candidates to apply by August 14th, 2026. Duration: This is a 4-6 month position with the possibility of extension, contingent upon work performance, business need, funding to support the position, and school requirements.
Basic Qualifications	What you’ll Need: Background in cell biology, biomedical engineering, or related fields is required with some experience involving aseptic cell culture and endpoint assay analysis (ELISA, qPCR, Western, or imaging).
Additional Qualifications	Desirable Skills: Ability to work well independently and with a team. Strong writing and communication skills. Reliability and consistently on-site at the Wyss in Boston.
Special Instructions	Applications should contain: A complete resume. Cover letter describing research interests and goals and how you can contribute to this role. List of any relevant publications or papers.
Contact Information	Wyss Institute Academic Affairs Academic.Affairs@wyss.harvard.edu
Contact Email	Academic.Affairs@wyss.harvard.edu
Salary Range	Hourly rate of $20 – $25, depending on experience.
Minimum Number of References Required
Maximum Number of References Allowed
Keywords	Immune, organs on chip, biological, sciences, cytometry, cocultures

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard’s academic purposes.

Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university’s non-discrimination policy. Harvard’s equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Publication
Publication 2

Undergraduate Internship - Immune Organ on Chip in Cambridge, Massachusetts at Harvard University

Explore Related Opportunities

Job Description

Scan to Apply

Job Location

Frequently asked questions about this position

Similar Jobs In Cambridge, Massachusetts

Senior Scientist, Bioengineering & Therapeutics Delivery

Fellow in Biohybrid Systems & Neural Interfaces – Harvard Bionics Lab

Undergraduate Internship - Immune Organ on Chip

Research Associate and Postdoctoral Fellowships in Cardiac Cell and Tissue Engineering

Biomedical Technician