R&D Laboratory Intern

Responsibilities

• Perform and assist in tasks needed to maintain good laboratory hygiene, including cleaning of labware, instrumentation, and workspaces. 
• Assist in performing routine laboratory tasks associated with reagent preparation, waste handling, and sample preparation and submission 
• Set up and execute experiments following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)under the supervision of R&D staff. 
• Record and report experimental results clearly and concisely. 
• Work with and assist the R&D team to comply with environmental health/safety and all associated regulatory requirements. 

Qualifications

• A background in Chemistry/Chemical/Metallurgical Engineering with basic inorganic chemistry laboratory courses and basic laboratory safety training. Courses in physical and/or organic chemistry laboratory experience in addition are preferred 

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time, up to 6 hours/day or more. 
• Ability to move samples and materials (no more than 50 lbs. in weight) from lab to lab 
• The ability to wear PPE which includes but not limited to long pants and closed toed shoes, lab coat, eye protection, hand and face protection, respirators. 
• Ability to work in an environment that may include exposure to dust, noise, and chemicals for an extended period. 
• Good manual dexterity for the use of common office and laboratory equipment 
• Must have good vision, 20/20 or corrected vision.