Heritage Research Group - Analytical Chemistry Organic Characterization Intern

The Heritage Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Job summary

The Heritage Group is seeking an undergraduate intern to assist the Analytical Research Group. The internship focuses on Flash Chromatography of asphalt and comparative SARA analysis, with the goal of modeling traditional SARA fractions from Flash Chromatography data.

The role emphasizes collaboration with a supervisor, documentation in lab notebooks, and the ability to work on multiple tasks in a laboratory setting while adhering to safety practices and Heritage values.

Qualifications

• Two semesters of General Chemistry and associated laboratory.
• Two semesters of Organic Chemistry and associated laboratory.
• Two semesters of Quantitative Analysis and Instrumental Analysis and associated laboratories.

Responsibilities

• Guide research direction for projects in collaboration with direct supervisor.
• Demonstrate mechanical ability and fine motor skills.
• Handle multiple tasks and parallel projects.
• Maintain a well-organized workspace.
• Document testing activities in lab notebook.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Contribute to activities aligned with Heritage's core values and skills.

Skills

Lab safety

General chemistry

Organic chemistry

Quantitative analysis

Instrumentation

Team communication

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's in Chemistry

Materials Science

Sophomore/Junior status

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

The Heritage Group is a fourth-generation, family-owned business focused on construction and materials, environmental services and specialty chemicals. Over the last 90+ years, the Heritage portfolio has grown to include more than 50 companies that employ more than 6,000 people. What unites this diverse group of businesses and individuals is our commitment to create a safer, more enriching, and sustainable world by harnessing the power of family.

The Heritage Research Group assists The Heritage Group companies, customers, and partners in evolving and adapting to an ever-changing marketplace. Heritage Research Group provides innovative products, processes, and training that constantly improve the way The Heritage Group companies serve their clients and deliver solutions to address the myriad of challenges their clients face. It also creates new technologies that fuel further business opportunities for The Heritage Group.

HRG is seeking an undergraduate intern that will assist the Analytical Research Group. This internship will be focused on Flash Chromatography of asphalt and comparison analysis with SARA. The ultimate goal of the project is to develop a mathematical model to predict traditional SARA fraction analysis by Flash Chromatograph.

When this project is completed, we will be able to tell which fractions of asphalt are impacted by aging (primarily by oxidation and UV damage). This will provide insight into rejuvenation products and also to coating products to protect asphalt pavement from aging.

Essential Functions

• Guide research direction for projects in collaboration with direct supervisor.
• Have mechanical ability and fine motor skills.
• Able to do multiple tasks, and work on parallel projects.
• Maintain a well-organized workspace.
• Ability to document testing activities in lab notebook.
• Effective communication skills (oral and written).
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company's core values, competencies, and skills.

Education QualificationsRequired

• High School or Equivalent Preferred Bachelor's Degree : Current Sophomore or Junior studying chemistry or material science.

Experience QualificationsRequired

• two semesters of General Chemistry and associated laboratory.
• Required two semesters of Organic Chemistry and associated laboratory.
• Required two semesters of Quantitative Analysis and Instrumental Analysis and associated laboratories.

Skills and Abilities

• Students completing their second or third year in chemistry/material science.
• Previous experience working in a laboratory environment (including academic lab courses).
• Understanding and implementation of safe laboratory practices.
• Candidates must be comfortable working in a laboratory.
• Basic computer proficiency is required including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Desire to innovate and achieve excellence in research.
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a larger team.
• Ability to communicate clearly with peers, supervisors, and external collaborators.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

• This is a laboratory role and proper Personal Protective Equipment must be worn at all times within the laboratory.
• This role requires standing for 2 to 3 hours a day.
• This role requires the ability to lift up to 20 lbs overhead.
• The laboratory and associated offices are all air conditioned and maintained at 72 degrees F.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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