Analytical Chemistry Co-Op: Rheology, IVRT & LC

Haleon plc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Haleon plc. is offering an Analytical Chemistry Co-Op in Richmond, VA, to contribute to topical and nasal product evaluation using advanced analytical techniques. You will work with rheology, IVRT, and LC to support formulation development and product performance across the lifecycle.

Open to students graduating Dec 2027–May 2028, full-time for six months, in-office 4–5 days per week. Start date January 2027 with potential extension; compensation is based on academic standing and degree program.

Qualifications

• Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Sciences majors preferred; other sciences acceptable with coursework in Analytical Chemistry/Physical Chemistry/Spectroscopy or related labs.
• Available to work for the full calendar year and be graduating between Dec 2027 and May 2028.

Responsibilities

• Handle and analyze semi-solid and solution-based drug products using standard pharmaceutical practices.
• Learn and operate analytical instrumentation (rheology, IVRT, LC).
• Use software to characterize formulation properties and analyze data.
• Conduct laboratory testing to assess physical properties and drug release.
• Perform basic statistical analyses to evaluate formulation performance.
• Prepare reports and communicate scientific findings.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Data analysis

Laboratory skills

Education

Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Sciences major

Tools

Rheology instrumentation

Franz diffusion cell (IVRT)

Liquid chromatography

Job description

Haleon plc. is offering an Analytical Chemistry Co-Op in Richmond, VA, to contribute to topical and nasal product evaluation using advanced analytical techniques. You will work with rheology, IVRT, and LC to support formulation development and product performance across the lifecycle.

Open to students graduating Dec 2027–May 2028, full-time for six months, in-office 4–5 days per week. Start date January 2027 with potential extension; compensation is based on academic standing and degree program.