Student Research Intern

*Overview*

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We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care, medical education and research. St. Joseph's includes the internationally renowned [Barrow Neurological Institute](https://www.barrowneuro.org/), [Norton Thoracic Institute](https://www.dignityhealth.org/arizona/norton-thoracic-institute), [Cancer Center at St. Joseph's](https://www.dignityhealth.org/arizona/locations/stjosephs/services/university-of-arizona-cancer-center), [Ivy Brain Tumor Center](https://www.ivybraintumorcenter.org/), and [St. Joseph's Level I Trauma Center](https://www.supportstjosephs.org/traumacenter) (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics, neuro-rehabilitation, orthopedics, and other medical services. St. Joseph’s is considered a sought-after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Every day, approximately 20 percent of the hospital’s patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Joseph’s.

U.S News & World Report routinely ranks St. Joseph's among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition, St. Joseph's boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Joseph's, and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Children's Hospital.

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*Responsibilities*

Our Research Department has an opportunity Student Research Intern to join our facility! Functions as an undergraduate or secondary school student working part-time or during summer breaks. Assists investigators in clinical or scientific studies. Basic knowledge of the scientific environment required.

Located in Phoenix AZ this position is critical to the success of St. Josephs Hospital Medical Center and requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of Dignity Health.

*Qualifications*

Requirements

Working towards High School diploma or GED required. Demonstrates an ability to continually improve performance preferred. Familiar with basic computer skills and with an aptitude for scientific and biomedical material preferred.

*Pay Range*

$14.50 - $19.94 /hour