Research and Development Associate jobs in Albany, GA

Research & Development Laboratory Intern

Job Description

Responsibilities

•         Work with research scientists to prepare and develop new chemical products and/or processes

•         Conduct analytical characterization following provided procedures

•         Document and accurately record data in a laboratory notebook

•         Assist in the design of experiments to understand and optimize production processes

•         Communicate progress reports and results to colleagues, sponsors, and scientists.

•          Present a capstone presentation covering work performed and findings during the internship.

•         Attend group meetings to obtain a wider perspective on industrial research and development operations

Qualifications

•         Currently pursuing an undergraduate chemistry or chemical engineering degree at an accredited college or university (Junior and Senior level students preferred)

•         Completed general and organic chemistry classes

•         Basic understanding of analytical methods (GC, HPLC, titrations, ICP, GC-MS, NMR)

•         Knowledge of basic chemical calculations (formula weights, stoichiometry, limiting reagents, titrations)

•         Desire to work in and learn about industrial laboratory research and development operations