Analytical Sciences Intern, Summer 2022

about 2 years ago
Internship
Santa Barbara, CA, US... more
Santa Barbara, CA, US... more

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OUR MISSION with Nature: Currently around half of all food grown ends up in a landfill. And we will soon reach ...

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Job Description

At Apeel, we look to nature to help the global food system extend quality, prevent waste, and ensure an abundant future for our planet.

We believe that our most essential ingredient in our recipe for success is our people. We strive to cultivate an environment where everyone is welcomed, and can bring their full, authentic selves into everything they do at Apeel. Humility, Ingenuity, Leadership and Teamwork are the values that define us and how we work with each other, customers, and communities across the globe.

Full vaccination against COVID-19 required, unless you qualify for a federally protected exemption.

Company Background

Since 2012, founder James Rogers has been on a mission to tackle the global Food Waste Crisis with a goal of providing a more sustainable, equitable path forward for the global food system. Apeel is an edible protective layer that extends fruits’ and vegetables’ shelf-life. Apeel-covered fruits and vegetables spoil slower and require less refrigeration, and the plant-derived peel reduces the use of plastic and other products harmful to the planet. Apeel pulls material from the natural skins, peels, seeds, and pulp found on fruits and vegetables, to create the extra protective peel. The thin layer slows down water loss and oxidation, which can help keep those fruits and vegetables from browning and spoiling.

If you are ready for an opportunity to jump in, take ownership, and drive meaningful outcomes in a highly collaborative, communicative, and dynamic environment, we would love to connect with you!

About This Role

The Analytical Sciences team is responsible for working in close collaboration with the teams responsible for developing new formulations/features, supporting quality evaluation of Apeel treated fruit, and assisting regulatory/ quality control. We are seeking a motivated Analytical Sciences Intern who will support analytical functions within R&D.  

The successful candidate will have an opportunity to work in a team environment and interact with experts in analytical method development, flavor and nutrition, natural products, molecular biology, regulatory, and business development. The individual will be responsible for design and execution of experiments for analytical method developments and quality evaluation of fruit. They will have a unique opportunity to work with cross-functional teams within R&D.

The program dates for summer 2022 are from June 13th - August 19th (10 weeks). To qualify for this program applicants must be currently enrolled in an accredited US college or university and reside within the United States for the duration of the internship.

What You’ll Do

  • Under general supervision, perform analytical and biochemical methods for both discovery-based experiments and routine sample testing using analytical instruments including LC-MS, GC-MS, and HPLC
  • Accurately document all experimental procedures and results in a lab notebook
  • Maintain an organized and safe laboratory working environment
  • Meet regularly as agreed with the supervisor and discuss progress.
  • Work cross-functionally to understand business needs and continually improve analytical methods, data analysis, documentation, and reporting.

What You Bring 

  • Are currently pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree
  • A chemistry background with a focus in analytical chemistry
  • Previous laboratory experience is preferred but not required
  • Experience with a variety of analytical techniques and methodologies including but not limited HPLC, GC-MS, LC-MS, IR, and NIR is preferred but not required
  • Extreme attention to detail
  • Strong interpersonal skills and highly committed to collaborative teamwork
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Highly organized and an ability to manage multiple priorities in parallel 
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Apeel believes that the scale of our impact is determined by the teams that work with us. As such, we seek to build high-performing teams of people from various experiences and backgrounds who can collectively push our company into new realms. We seek a diverse pool of applicants and consider all qualified candidates regardless of race, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, Veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status. If you have a special need or disability that requires accommodation, please let us know.

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