Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
USAMRICD Neuroscience and Neuroinflammation Fellowship Opportunity
Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education, Aberdeen, Maryland, United States, 21001
USAMRICD Neuroscience and Neuroinflammation Fellowship Opportunity
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U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)
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USAMRDC-MRICD-2025-0011
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Description
The Department of Defense (DoD) is offering a fellowship at the U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command - Medical Research Institute of Chemical Defense (USAMRDC MRICD).
What will I be doing?
As an Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) participant, you will join a team of scientists investigating in vivo techniques for identifying therapeutics against chemical threats. Projects include pharmacology and toxicology experiments to determine basic mechanisms of actions as well as evaluating and developing treatment regimens for chemical exposures. Qualified applicants with questions regarding this opportunity can reach out to Toni Santoro at antonia.n.santoro.civ@health.mil
Why should I apply?
Education
Under the guidance of a mentor, you will gain hands-on experience to complement your education and support your academic and professional goals. Along the way, you will engage in activities and research in several areas. These include, but are not limited to:
Conducting surgical preparation of small animals for long-term EEG recording Preparing routine drug solutions Analyzing in-depth EEG data Interpreting immunohistochemically prepared slides for neuroinflammatory markers Describing and documenting methods and results details of experiments for publication in scientific journals or presentation to scientific conferences Participating in the development of figures, tables, and graphs.
Where will I be located?
Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland
What is the anticipated start date?
The USAMRICD is ready to make appointments immediately. Exact start dates will be determined at the time of selection and in coordination with the selected candidate. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and internships or fellowships will be filled as qualified candidates are identified.
What is the appointment length?
This appointment is a six-month research appointment, with the possibility to be renewed for additional research periods. Appointments may be extended depending on funding availability, project assignment, program rules, and availability of the participant.
What are the provisions?
You will receive a stipend to be determined by USAMRICD. Stipends are typically based on a participant’s academic standing, discipline, experience, and research facility location. The stipend range for this appointment is commensurate with experience; for a master’s student/graduate the stipend range is between $5070.00 - $6.083.00/per month and for a bachelor’s level intern the range is between $4,500.00-$5,000.00/per month. Other provisions may include the following:
Health Insurance Supplement (Participants are eligible to purchase health insurance through ORISE) Relocation Allowance Training and Travel Allowance
About USAMRICD
The U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Chemical Defense (USAMRICD) is the Department of Defense's lead laboratory for medical chemical defense research. As a subordinate element of the U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command (USAMRDC), the institute conducts research for development of medical countermeasures to treat exposure to various chemical threat agents for protection of soldiers and civilians. Scientific disciplines at USAMRICD include, but are not limited to, chemistry, biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, molecular biology, neuroscience, toxicology, physiology, psychology, and immunology.
About ORISE
This program, administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and DoD. Participants do not enter an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DoD or any other office or agency. Instead, you will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment through the ORISE appointment letter and Terms of Appointment. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE. For more information, visit the ORISE Research Participation Program at the U.S. Department of Defense.
Qualifications
The qualified candidate will have a Bachelor's, Master's or Doctoral degree or will have completed by May 30, 2026. Postgraduate degree must have been received within five years of the appointment start date. U.S. military veterans who have been honorably discharged (or who have been medically discharged because of a service-connected disability) and who received a Bachelor's, Master's or Doctoral degree within ten years of the desired start date are also eligible.
Application Requirements
A complete application consists of:
Zintellect Profile Educational and Employment History Essay Questions (goals, experiences, and skills relevant to the opportunity) Resume (PDF) Transcripts/Academic Records - Please upload a copy of a transcript for your current or most recent degree program that meets the disciplinary qualifications of the opportunity. Click here for detailed information about acceptable transcripts. One Recommendation. We encourage you to contact your recommenders as soon as you start your application to ensure they are able to complete the recommendation form and to let them know to expect a message from Zintellect. Recommenders will be asked to rate your scientific capabilities, personal characteristics, and describe how they know you. You can always log back in to your Zintellect account and check the status of your application.
Please list the reference code of this opportunity [USAMRDC-MRICD-2025-0011] in the subject line of the email. Please understand that ORISE does not review applications or select applicants; selections are made by the sponsoring agency identified on this opportunity. All application materials should be submitted via the “Apply” button at the bottom of this opportunity listing. Please do not send application materials to the email address above.
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Point of Contact
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Eligibility Requirements ">2 )
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Only Degree: Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctoral Degree received within the last 60 months or anticipated to be received by 5/30/2026 12:00:00 AM. Discipline(s): Communications and Graphics Design ( Health Communications Science Writing
Computer, Information, and Data Sciences (2 )
Life Health and Medical Sciences (51 )
Mathematics and Statistics (1 )
Social and Behavioral Sciences (30 )
Age: Must be 18 years of age Veteran Status: Veterans Preference, degree received within the last 120 month(s).
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Join to apply for the
USAMRICD Neuroscience and Neuroinflammation Fellowship Opportunity
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Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education USAMRICD Neuroscience and Neuroinflammation Fellowship Opportunity
1 month ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
USAMRICD Neuroscience and Neuroinflammation Fellowship Opportunity
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Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. How To Apply
Click on Organization
U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)
Reference Code
USAMRDC-MRICD-2025-0011
How To Apply
Click on
Apply
at the bottom of the opportunity to start your application.
Description
The Department of Defense (DoD) is offering a fellowship at the U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command - Medical Research Institute of Chemical Defense (USAMRDC MRICD).
What will I be doing?
As an Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) participant, you will join a team of scientists investigating in vivo techniques for identifying therapeutics against chemical threats. Projects include pharmacology and toxicology experiments to determine basic mechanisms of actions as well as evaluating and developing treatment regimens for chemical exposures. Qualified applicants with questions regarding this opportunity can reach out to Toni Santoro at antonia.n.santoro.civ@health.mil
Why should I apply?
Education
Under the guidance of a mentor, you will gain hands-on experience to complement your education and support your academic and professional goals. Along the way, you will engage in activities and research in several areas. These include, but are not limited to:
Conducting surgical preparation of small animals for long-term EEG recording Preparing routine drug solutions Analyzing in-depth EEG data Interpreting immunohistochemically prepared slides for neuroinflammatory markers Describing and documenting methods and results details of experiments for publication in scientific journals or presentation to scientific conferences Participating in the development of figures, tables, and graphs.
Where will I be located?
Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland
What is the anticipated start date?
The USAMRICD is ready to make appointments immediately. Exact start dates will be determined at the time of selection and in coordination with the selected candidate. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and internships or fellowships will be filled as qualified candidates are identified.
What is the appointment length?
This appointment is a six-month research appointment, with the possibility to be renewed for additional research periods. Appointments may be extended depending on funding availability, project assignment, program rules, and availability of the participant.
What are the provisions?
You will receive a stipend to be determined by USAMRICD. Stipends are typically based on a participant’s academic standing, discipline, experience, and research facility location. The stipend range for this appointment is commensurate with experience; for a master’s student/graduate the stipend range is between $5070.00 - $6.083.00/per month and for a bachelor’s level intern the range is between $4,500.00-$5,000.00/per month. Other provisions may include the following:
Health Insurance Supplement (Participants are eligible to purchase health insurance through ORISE) Relocation Allowance Training and Travel Allowance
About USAMRICD
The U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Chemical Defense (USAMRICD) is the Department of Defense's lead laboratory for medical chemical defense research. As a subordinate element of the U.S. Army Medical Research and Development Command (USAMRDC), the institute conducts research for development of medical countermeasures to treat exposure to various chemical threat agents for protection of soldiers and civilians. Scientific disciplines at USAMRICD include, but are not limited to, chemistry, biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, molecular biology, neuroscience, toxicology, physiology, psychology, and immunology.
About ORISE
This program, administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities (ORAU) through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE), was established through an interagency agreement between DOE and DoD. Participants do not enter an employee/employer relationship with ORISE, ORAU, DoD or any other office or agency. Instead, you will be affiliated with ORISE for the administration of the appointment through the ORISE appointment letter and Terms of Appointment. Proof of health insurance is required for participation in this program. Health insurance can be obtained through ORISE. For more information, visit the ORISE Research Participation Program at the U.S. Department of Defense.
Qualifications
The qualified candidate will have a Bachelor's, Master's or Doctoral degree or will have completed by May 30, 2026. Postgraduate degree must have been received within five years of the appointment start date. U.S. military veterans who have been honorably discharged (or who have been medically discharged because of a service-connected disability) and who received a Bachelor's, Master's or Doctoral degree within ten years of the desired start date are also eligible.
Application Requirements
A complete application consists of:
Zintellect Profile Educational and Employment History Essay Questions (goals, experiences, and skills relevant to the opportunity) Resume (PDF) Transcripts/Academic Records - Please upload a copy of a transcript for your current or most recent degree program that meets the disciplinary qualifications of the opportunity. Click here for detailed information about acceptable transcripts. One Recommendation. We encourage you to contact your recommenders as soon as you start your application to ensure they are able to complete the recommendation form and to let them know to expect a message from Zintellect. Recommenders will be asked to rate your scientific capabilities, personal characteristics, and describe how they know you. You can always log back in to your Zintellect account and check the status of your application.
Please list the reference code of this opportunity [USAMRDC-MRICD-2025-0011] in the subject line of the email. Please understand that ORISE does not review applications or select applicants; selections are made by the sponsoring agency identified on this opportunity. All application materials should be submitted via the “Apply” button at the bottom of this opportunity listing. Please do not send application materials to the email address above.
Connect with ORISE...on the GO!
Download the new ORISE GO mobile app in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store to help you stay engaged, connected, and informed during your ORISE experience and beyond!
Point of Contact
Kimberly
Eligibility Requirements ">2 )
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Only Degree: Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctoral Degree received within the last 60 months or anticipated to be received by 5/30/2026 12:00:00 AM. Discipline(s): Communications and Graphics Design ( Health Communications Science Writing
Computer, Information, and Data Sciences (2 )
Life Health and Medical Sciences (51 )
Mathematics and Statistics (1 )
Social and Behavioral Sciences (30 )
Age: Must be 18 years of age Veteran Status: Veterans Preference, degree received within the last 120 month(s).
Seniority level
Seniority level Internship Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Sales and Business Development Industries Government Administration Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education by 2x Get notified about new Neuroscience Specialist jobs in
Aberdeen, MD . Research Associate I, Center for Health Assessment Research and Translation (CHART)
Senior Therapeutic Area Specialist - Oncology
Financial Clearance Specialist, Hematology Oncology, Part Time
Adjunct Instructor, PTA - Clinical Neurosciences
Towson, MD $210,600.00 - $336,400.00 3 days ago Program Director, Hematology and Oncology Fellowship
Clinical Pharmacist Specialist | Ambulatory Oncology/Hematology | Hybrid Position
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