--- title: 'Histopathology Intern at Neuralink' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/histopathology-intern-neuralink-austin-xjkdd9yzygat' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-16' --- # Histopathology Intern at Neuralink - **Company:** Neuralink - **Location:** Austin, TX - **Posted:** 2026-10-09 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-16 - **Apply:** https://boards.greenhouse.io/neuralink/jobs/8020751003?gh_jid=8020751003 ## Job description About Neuralink: We are creating devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain. These devices allow us to restore movement to the paralyzed, restore sight to the blind, and revolutionize how humans interact with their digital world. Team Description: The Pathology Team plays a critical role in the evaluation of both macroscopic and microscopic tissue samples derived from our preclinical studies. The team encompasses specialized units focused on  Anatomic Pathology, Histology, Digital Pathology, and Laboratory Operations. Job Description and Responsibilities: As a Histopathology Intern, you will support both routine histology workflows and the development of next-generation tissue preparation and imaging techniques. In this role, you will work closely with pathologists and histology specialists to evaluate tissue-device interactions, with a primary focus on benchmarking, optimizing, and scaling novel volumetric histology pipelines such as tissue clearing and lightsheet microscopy. You will apply foundational biological and laboratory principles in a fast-paced environment and are expected to: - Assist in the optimization and validation of next-generation histology workflows, specifically focusing on aqueous and solvent-based tissue clearing methods and lightsheet fluorescence microscopy (LSFM) for 3D tissue visualization - Help maintain, calibrate, and operate advanced optical hardware, lightsheet imaging systems, and automated histology equipment - Support routine tissue processing, embedding, sectioning (microtomy), slide preparation, and standard/special staining protocols - Document experimental protocols, image acquisition parameters, and data analysis pipelines in compliance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and laboratory SOPs - Work cross-functionally with Pathology, Preclinical, and Surgical Engineering teams to prepare tissue samples, acquire high-resolution datasets, and support study deliverables - Assist with laboratory upkeep, including reagent preparation, chemical and biohazardous waste disposal, and inventory management Required Qualifications: - Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Neuroscience, Biology, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related discipline - Basic understanding of anatomy, neuroanatomy, and light/fluorescence microscopy principles - Familiarity with laboratory safety standards, fume hood operation, and handling biohazardous/chemical materials - Strong written and verbal communication skills with high attention to detail Preferred Qualifications: - 6+ months of relevant academic coursework or wet-lab experience handling biological tissues and standard histology techniques (e.g., tissue fixation, sectioning, or fluorescence imaging) - Direct hands-on experience or coursework in tissue clearing protocols and lightsheet fluorescence microscopy - Experience with 3D image analysis software or large volume rendering tools (e.g., Imaris, ImageJ/Fiji, or Python/MATLAB image processing libraries) - Exposure to medical device research and/or  neuroscience applications - Proven ability to learn new laboratory equipment quickly and troubleshoot technical procedures Additional Requirements and Competencies: - Ability to work flexible hours, including off-hours and weekends - Comfortable working in a controlled laboratory environment with potential exposure to extreme temperatures, fumes, and biohazardous materials or chemicals, including formalin. - Ability to lift and maneuver up to 45 pounds to manage large volumes of chemical waste, reposition large animals, and perform other physically demanding tasks as required. Pay Transparency: The following details are for Texas individuals only. Texas Hourly Rate: ## $25/Hr USD What We Offer: Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits listed below. - An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and most talented experts from different fields - Growth potential; we rapidly advance team members who have an outsized impact - Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan - Paid holidays - Commuter benefits - Meals provided - Equity (RSUs) *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded - 401(k) plan *Interns initially excluded until they work 1,000 hours - Parental leave *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded - Flexible time off *Temporary Employees & Interns excluded ## About Neuralink ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Neuralink develops implantable brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) that decode neural signals to restore autonomy for people with paralysis and other neurological conditions. - **Entity Type**: Private (Series D; total funding $1.35B as of Aug 2025) - **Headquarters**: Fremont, California, United States - **Founded**: 2016 - **Founders**: Elon Musk, Max Hodak, Benjamin Rapoport, Dongjin Seo, Paul Merolla, Philip Sabes, Timothy J. Gardner, Tim Hanson, Vanessa Tolosa ## Core Business - Primary industry: Neurotechnology / Biotechnology (implantable medical devices) - Target customers: B2C (patients with quadriplegia, ALS, spinal cord injury), B2B (hospitals, research institutions, clinical partners) - Mission: "Building brain interfaces to restore autonomy" – initially helping people with unmet medical needs control computers and robotic arms with their thoughts, and ultimately unlocking human potential. ## Products & Services - **N1 Implant (“the Link”)**: Coin-sized, surgically implanted BCI that records and stimulates brain activity via flexible neural threads. Enables users to control digital devices (mouse, keyboard, apps) using thought alone. Available only in clinical trials (PRIME Study). - **Telepathy**: Product name for the N1 Implant’s capability to allow users to control computers and mobile devices (announced by Musk). - **Blindsight**: Experimental implant designed to restore visual perception by directly stimulating the visual cortex. Received FDA Breakthrough Device Designation in September 2024. - **Speech BCI**: Device under development to restore communication for individuals with severe speech impairment (ALS, stroke, etc.). Received FDA Breakthrough Device Designation in May 2025. - **Neurosurgical Robot**: Custom robot for autonomous, precise insertion of neural threads during surgery. ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: ~$9 billion (per Tracxn, as of 2026) - **Key Metric**: Total funding ~$1.35 billion (13 rounds); annual revenue ~$20 million (pre-commercial, primarily from research partnerships) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Founders Fund (led Series D), CoreNest Capital (led 2025 venture round), Elon Musk (owns >50%). Partners include University Health Network (Toronto), FDA (regulatory collaboration). - **Growth Signals**: - 21 human patients implanted as of January 2026 - Headcount grew 31.3% year-over-year to ~400 employees (with 127 active job postings) - Received FDA Breakthrough Device Designations for Blindsight and speech BCI - Expanded clinical trials to Canada (first procedures outside the U.S. in Aug/Sep 2025) - Patients reached typing speeds of up to 40 words per minute and achieved information transfer rates comparable to able-bodied mouse users ## Competitive Advantages - **First-mover with human implants**: Only BCI company with FDA-approved human trials and over 20 implanted patients. - **Robotic precision**: Proprietary surgical robot capable of inserting ultra-thin threads (4–6 µm) that are too fine for human hands. - **Regulatory momentum**: Multiple FDA Breakthrough Device Designations accelerating development for vision, speech, and motor restoration. - **Interdisciplinary talent pool**: Recruits from Tesla, SpaceX, OpenAI, Stanford, UCSF; team spans neuroscience, electrical engineering, robotics, and microfab. - **High-profile leadership**: Elon Musk’s visibility draws talent, funding, and media attention. ## Strategic Focus - **Clinical expansion**: Scale the PRIME Study to more patients and new sites (Canada, additional countries). - **Product pipeline**: Commercialize Blindsight (vision) and speech prosthetics; develop motor/sensory restoration capabilities. - **Regulatory pathway**: Transition from trial-only to eventual commercial approval by the FDA. - **R&D**: Advance silent speech interfaces, cognitive enhancement, and broader neurological applications (epilepsy, depression, etc.). ## Why Work Here - **Mission-driven impact**: Work directly on technology that restores function and independence to people with paralysis, ALS, and blindness. - **Rapid growth**: 31% annual headcount increase; employees often advance quickly due to cross-functional, ambitious projects. - **Culture**: Open communication and collaboration champion “the best ideas, regardless of where they come from” ([neuralink.com/careers](https://neuralink.com/careers/)). - **Disciplines welcome**: Engineering (embedded, software, optical, analog IC), surgery/robotics, neuroscience, manufacturing, and operations. - **Perks & environment**: Fremont HQ with plans for a larger facility near Austin. Hands-on, lab-heavy work likely requires on-site presence. - **Career development**: Internal growth opportunities, exposure to cutting-edge science, and cross-team collaboration. ## Sources 1. [neuralink.com](https://neuralink.com/) 2. [neuralink.com/careers](https://neuralink.com/careers/) 3. [linkedin.com/company/neuralink](https://www.linkedin.com/company/neuralink) 4. [tracxn.com/d/companies/neuralink](https://tracxn.com/d/companies/neuralink/__oUVI98zbdmLZga1LgBRb3oGJJBxjbzTc7bMWUfAOLws) 5. 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