Job Description

The Lab Chemist Intern will work as part of a lab team in Trevose, PA. The primary goal is to generate a correlation between a primary analytical method for the determination of hydroxyl number by titration and a secondary method of determination by near infra-red spectroscopy (NIR). The goal is to implement a NIR method for rapid determination of hydroxyl number for a specific anti-foulant that is insoluble in almost all solvents.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Determine hydroxyl number of 25+ samples using ASTM E-222

• Generate NIR reports of each sample including high/low limits

• Develop a correlation model using Metrohm VISION software

• Validate method using control samples

• Generate real-time in-process data of synthesis batch

• Document and write formal method for use in manufacturing plants.

• If time permits, repeat experiment to correlate non-aqueous acid number by titration to NIR

Qualifications

• Current undergraduate student pursuing a degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry or equivalent with 2-3 years of college chemistry lab experience

• Familiarity with basic wet chemistry and analytical techniques

• Ability to work independently in a lab environment with other team members

• Self-motivated and a team player

• Demonstrated dedication to lab safety

• Effective problem-solving skills

• An accomplished communicator, able to produce quality technical reports and documents

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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