Summer Internship - Analytical Chemistry

SI Group • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Summer Intern – Analytical Chemistry will report to a Lead Analytical
Chemist, contributing towards the completion of analytical projects by
performing sample preparation including weighing, dissolution, filtration,
dilution, and extractions, conduct routine laboratory analyses under supervision
using analytical instrumentation such as: GC, GC–MS, HPLC, FTIR / ATR-FTIR, NMR,
TGA and DSC.

· Assist with routine analysis using pre-defined SOPs, method development,
optimization, and troubleshooting activities as needed.

· Process and analyze data using instrument software and Excel, compile results
into technical summaries.

· Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks and follow established SOPs and safety
procedures.

· Support raw material characterization and project-specific analytical
requests.

· Participate in team meetings and present project updates to the Analytical
group.

How You Will Make an Impact:

· Work with Analytical team to develop analytical methods.

· Run chemical analysis independently to generate qualitative and quantitative
analytical data and derive actionable insights for R&D, process technology and
plant support.

· Organize and present information to facilitate data analytics and identifying
unusual results.

· Operate required analytical instrumentation such as GC, GC-MS, HPLC, FTIR, NMR
and TGA/DSC.

Essential Solutions with Extraordinary Results

SI Group is a global leader in the innovative technology of performance
additives, process solutions, active pharmaceutical ingredients, and chemical
intermediates. Our solutions are essential to many diverse industries and
applications, creating extraordinary results. We drive value by enhancing the
quality, performance, and durability of countless items we use every day. 

We are on a journey to captivate our customers at every level. Whether that
means expanding our capabilities, global reach, or providing new innovations and
technologies that create value. Our approach is customized to exceed customer
needs and deliver superior performance.

Requirements

• Two semesters of undergraduate analytical chemistry including laboratory work
• A passion for chemical analysis using advanced instrumentation
• Creative ability to solve problems using analytical chemistry
• Ability to plan experiments, analyse data and report insights

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine analysis using pre-defined SOPs, method development, optimization, and troubleshooting activities as needed.
• Process and analyze data using instrument software and Excel, compile results into technical summaries.
• Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks and follow established SOPs and safety procedures.
• Support raw material characterization and project-specific analytical requests.
• Participate in team meetings and present project updates to the Analytical group.
• Work with Analytical team to develop analytical methods.
• Run chemical analysis independently to generate qualitative and quantitative analytical data and derive actionable insights for R&D, process technology and plant support.
• Organize and present information to facilitate data analytics and identifying unusual results.
• Operate required analytical instrumentation such as GC, GC-MS, HPLC, FTIR, NMR and TGA/DSC.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees