Heritage Research Group – Analytical Chemistry Organic Characterization Intern

The Heritage Group • Indianapolis, IN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

HRG is seeking an undergraduate intern that will assist the Analytical Research Group. This internship will be focused on Flash Chromatography of asphalt and comparison analysis with SARA. The ultimate goal of the project is to develop a mathematical model to predict traditional SARA fraction analysis by Flash Chromatograph. When this project is completed, we will be able to tell which fractions of asphalt are impacted by aging (primarily by oxidation and UV damage). This will provide insight into rejuvenation products and also to coating products to protect asphalt pavement from aging.

Requirements

• Required High School or Equivalent
• Current Sophomore or Junior studying chemistry or material science.
• Required two semesters of General Chemistry and associated laboratory.
• Required two semesters of Organic Chemistry and associated laboratory.
• Required two semesters of Quantitative Analysis and Instrumental Analysis and associated laboratories.
• Students completing their second or third year in chemistry/material science.
• Previous experience working in a laboratory environment (including academic lab courses).
• Understanding and implementation of safe laboratory practices.
• Candidates must be comfortable working in a laboratory.
• Basic computer proficiency is required including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Desire to innovate and achieve excellence in research.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a larger team.
• Ability to communicate clearly with peers, supervisors, and external collaborators.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Bachelor's Degree

Responsibilities

• Guide research direction for projects in collaboration with direct supervisor.
• Have mechanical ability and fine motor skills.
• Able to do multiple tasks, and work on parallel projects.
• Maintain a well-organized workspace.
• Ability to document testing activities in lab notebook.
• Effective communication skills (oral and written).
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED