The formulations intern will work closely with Research Scientists to improve the current pipeline of Highlight products. The intern will gain exposure to the product development process and inner workings of a startup company.
Additional Details
Reports to
Research Scientist III
Location
Brooklyn, New York
Roles & Responsibilities
The formulations intern will work closely with Research Scientists to improve the current pipeline of Highlight products. The intern will gain exposure to the product development process and inner workings of a startup company. Tasks may involve but are not limited to:
1. Instrumental analysis and test methods via UV/vis spectrophotometry, titrations, colorimetry
2. Supporting the development and optimization of formulations
3. Accelerated stability testing
The intern will be responsible for:
- Performing experiments and analyzing data in a timely manner
- Keeping an organized and detailed notebook
Skills/Experience
- Proficiency in chemistry required (understanding of surfactants or catalysis highly preferred)
- Prior lab experience or prior related formulations internship/work experience highly preferred
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, communication, and organizational skills required
- Overall proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word required
- Flexibility to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic startup environment
Education Requirements
Current student in chemistry or chemical engineering;
Must have finished Junior year; graduate student preferred
Job Type
Candidate may choose to apply for a Spring or Summer internship.
Preference to candidates that can start in the Spring. Please specify which position you are applying for in a cover letter.
Spring internship - part time 20 hours a week for 10 weeks
Summer internship – full time 40 hours a week for 10 weeks
U.S. Permanent Work Authorization
Not required
Travel
None
About Kinnos
Founded in response to the West Africa Ebola outbreak, Kinnos (Brooklyn, NY) is revolutionizing the practice of how disinfectants are applied to create a safer and cleaner world for everyone. Its flagship product, Highlight, is a patented, hospital-grade color additive platform combined with existing disinfectants that has been shown in peer-reviewed studies to rapidly improve cleaning technique and quality by as much as 95% without changing workflow. Recognized in TIME's Best Inventions, Fast Company's Innovation by Design Awards, and Fierce Life Sciences’ Innovation Awards, Highlight is being used by hospitals in North America to provide peace of mind to staff, patients, and loved ones.