Associate Analytical Chemist - Intern

Eurofins•Madison, WI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Eurofins Food Chemistry Madison is hiring an Associate Analytical Chemist intern for its ISO 17025-accredited laboratory in Madison, Wisconsin. The laboratory conducts food chemistry testing involving infant formula, sole-source nutrition products, hemp and CBD, dietary supplements, and botanicals. Its testing portfolio includes vitamins, minerals, contaminants, pesticides, and shelf-life studies, using instrumentation such as UPLC, HPLC, GC, and LCMS technologies. The role offers training and the opportunity to develop expertise with analytical instruments in a collaborative laboratory environment. The intern learns to perform routine analyses, document work, use laboratory equipment and software, review data, and manage assigned workload while following applicable methods, protocols, SOPs, regulatory guidelines, and GMP/GLP practices. The position may involve potentially hazardous materials and exposure to food allergens. It requires use of personal protective equipment and periods of standing and sitting, including work in a laboratory hood and at a benchtop. Overtime and weekend work may be required.

Requirements

Be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
Be authorized to work indefinitely in the United States without restriction or sponsorship.
Have strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills.
Have excellent oral and written communication skills and attention to detail.
Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
Demonstrate self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
Be able to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.
Be able to work with potentially hazardous materials and be exposed to potential food allergens, including milk, tree nuts, peanuts, fish, and shellfish.
Be able to use personal protective equipment and tolerate periods of standing and sitting, including working within a laboratory hood and standing at a benchtop.
Be available for overtime and weekend work as required.

Nice To Haves

Relevant work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Apply GMP/GLP practices in areas of responsibility, as appropriate.
Learn to conduct routine analyses independently and in compliance with applicable methods, protocols, SOPs, and regulatory agency guidelines.
Learn to document work and maintain study documentation and laboratory records.
Learn to use laboratory equipment and software appropriate for assigned tasks.
Attend and participate in project meetings.
Learn to perform peer review of data.
Learn to plan daily workload and effectively schedule multiple assignments.
Coordinate individual workload with team members and contribute to a cohesive team environment with a positive attitude.
Perform other related duties as assigned.