R&D Analytical Chemistry Intern – Food Science

Ocean Spray; Lakeville (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc. is seeking an Intern for Research and Development (Analytical Chemistry) to work on project(s) relevant to R&D and present the project outcomes at the end of the internship.

The role offers exposure to Analytical Chemistry within our R&D team, including chemistry, food safety and quality, and related training. The intern will characterize samples, perform HPLC analyses, contribute to GC-MS/LC-MS analyses, assist with experimental design, and present findings.

Qualifications

• Must be a current Master’s or PhD student in Food Science, Food Chemistry, Chemistry, or related area.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in basic laboratory techniques and experimental design.
• Experience with GC, LC and/or column chromatography/fractionation.
• Must be project oriented and able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Highly organized, self-motivated with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Characterization of samples through basic analysis (brix, acidity, pH, etc.).
• HPLC analysis of samples (sugars, etc.).
• Pesticide analysis (GC-MS, LC-MS/MS).
• Forensic analysis of samples.
• Experimental design and data analysis; preparing and presenting projects.

Skills

Lab techniques

Experimental design

GC/LC analysis

Scientific communication

Education

Master’s/PhD student

Tools

GC

LC

Column chromatography

Job description

Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc. is seeking an Intern for Research and Development (Analytical Chemistry) to work on project(s) relevant to R&D and present the project outcomes at the end of the internship.

The role offers exposure to Analytical Chemistry within our R&D team, including chemistry, food safety and quality, and related training. The intern will characterize samples, perform HPLC analyses, contribute to GC-MS/LC-MS analyses, assist with experimental design, and present findings.