PhD R&D Intern: Translational Skin Science (12-week)

Proctor & Gamble; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Procter & Gamble, based in Mason, Ohio, offers a 12-week PhD internship focused on extending the usable lifespan of advanced skin models. You will design experiments, work with ex vivo and in vitro skin models, and assess chronic effects on skin health under technical coaching.

The role emphasizes translational skin science, 3D tissue models, and method development, with in-person work at the Mason Business and Innovation Center from May/June to August 2027.

Qualifications

• Working toward a PhD in biology/biochemistry with skin focus.
• Hands-on mammalian tissue culture and aseptic technique.
• Ability to design controlled experiments and quantify endpoints.
• Strong scientific communication in writing and speaking.
• Self-directed 12-week research project at Mason, OH.

Responsibilities

• Review published approaches to extend viability of skin models.
• Design and conduct controlled studies on internal models.
• Monitor metrics of skin health and viability over time.
• Analyze results to identify effective, reproducible methods.
• Develop a clear protocol for broader team use.

Skills

Tissue culture

Aseptic technique

Experimental design

Scientific communication

Self-direction

In-person internship

Education

PhD candidate in biology/biochemistry (skin focus)

Tools

3D skin culture systems

Skin viability assays (MTT/LDH)

TEWL/TEER measurements

Job description

Procter & Gamble, based in Mason, Ohio, offers a 12-week PhD internship focused on extending the usable lifespan of advanced skin models. You will design experiments, work with ex vivo and in vitro skin models, and assess chronic effects on skin health under technical coaching.

The role emphasizes translational skin science, 3D tissue models, and method development, with in-person work at the Mason Business and Innovation Center from May/June to August 2027.