Chemistry Intern

As a Summer Intern in Chemistry R&D of Life Science Group, you will synthesize, purify and characterize various intermediates in new product development. You will also contribute to method development and optimization. You will learn to work hands-on on multiple analytical instruments, and work on process optimization. You will learn to acquire, sort and analyze data by statistical tools.

How You’ll Make An Impact: 

• Apply your technical skills and knowledge of wet-lab chemistry to deliver high quality key materials to support product development. 
• Facilitate project team's technical decisions by assisting in data acquisition and statistical analysis. 
• Help develop protocols for key intermediate characterization. 
• Design and run experiments, analyze data, interpret results. Use statistic tool to analyze data and validate results. 
• Comfortable with analytical instrumentation- operate and maintain instruments such as fluorimeter, HPLC, DLS, UV-vis etc. to collect data and perform systematic studies.

What You Bring:

While this list of qualifications may help an employee to succeed in this position, capable candidates may have a wide range of backgrounds or skills. If you have experience that aligns with the responsibilities of this role, we encourage you to apply! 

• Education: Current sophomore/junior enrolled in BA/BS in Chemistry or related major. 3.0 minimum GPA.
• Must have wet-lab/ synthesis or research experience (academic or otherwise) 
• Completed courses in organic chemistry, general chemistry, upper level classes in analytical chemistry and biochemistry; material science is a plus. 
• Knowledge in organic chemistry/ synthesis, biochemistry. 
• Some hands-on experience in analytical instrumentation. 
• Good communication skills and record keeping habit.

Total Rewards Package: At Bio-Rad, we’re empowered by our purpose and recognize that our employees are as well. That’s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Program that provides value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Bio-Rad's robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee’s work and life cycle.

Benefits: We’re proud to offer a variety of options, including competitive medical plans for you and your family, free HSA funds, a new fertility offering with stipend, group life and disability,  paid parental leave, 401k plus profit sharing, an employee stock purchase program, a new upgraded and streamlined mental health platform, extensive learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief program, pet insurance, wellness challenges and support, paid time off, Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s), and more! 

Compensation: The estimated hourly range for this position is $25 at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job permitted factors.

Who We Are: For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.  

EEO Statement: Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with physical or mental disabilities, and people of all race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin and citizenship status are encouraged to apply.

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