Intern/Aide - Pediatrics - Oncology
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX
Job posting number: #7340716 (Ref:25190-en_US)
Posted: May 19, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This research program studies the risk factors and outcomes for childhood cancer and hematological diseases to determine what can be done to prevent these conditions. Through this program, interns will learn to use epidemiological research methods and apply these methods to investigate research questions related to childhood cancer and hematology.Interns will gain knowledge in epidemiological research methods through review of scientific literature, performing QC of study data, analyze research data, and performing data entry.
This internship provides hands-on training in epidemiological and medical research, offering participants the opportunity to develop foundational skills in data analysis, quality control, and scientific literature review. The intern will work closely with faculty mentors and participate in both group and one-on-one meetings to support ongoing research initiatives. Through active engagement in research activities, the intern will gain practical experience in applying epidemiological methods while contributing to data management and analysis efforts.
The program is designed for individuals interested in pursuing a career in medical or research-related fields and aims to strengthen both technical and communication skills.
Job Duties
- Review scientific literature to support research projects
- Perform quality control (QC) checks on study data
- Analyze research data using established methodologies
- Conduct data entry and maintain research datasets
- Apply epidemiological research methods in practical settings
- Participate in group meetings with program faculty
- Attend one-on-one meetings with a designated faculty mentor
- Support research activities to meet defined educational objectives
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be enrolled in high school, trade/vocational school or higher education institution.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong interest in pursuing a career in medical or epidemiological research
- Currently enrolled in or planning to pursue a graduate program (preferred but not required)
- Advanced oral and written communication skills
- Interest or experience in data analysis, research methods, or scientific literature review
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.
