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Join our Mass spectrometry team as an Analytical Chemistry Intern for a 6 to 9-month period, where you will play a role in supporting internal customers with cutting-edge analytical instrumentation. Your primary responsibilities will include measuring and analysing metabolite samples from the In Vitro Molecular Screening (IMS) group using UPLC-HRMS. Your contributions will be vital in ensuring the safety of our fragrance molecules.
You will be part of a diverse team and located in Givaudan's state-of-the-art Innovation Center in Kemptthal (Zurich). You will report directly to an experienced chemist, gaining valuable insights and mentorship throughout your internship.
You will:
Measure experiments conducted by IMS, analyse the data and report the results
Keep track of progress and deadlines
Discuss and or explain results within the team and to internal customers
Run optimization experiments to increase method performance
Learn to work with the laboratory information management system
Grow your experience in the field of fragrance research
You have:
Recently completed your master's degree with practical experiences in liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry
Experience with Thermo software, e.g. Xcalibur, Compound Discoverer or Freestyle is a plus
A strong interest in working with state-of-the-art instrumentation to deliver high-quality results with an eye for detail
Excellent communication skills to effectively share and discuss findings
Proficiency in English is required; fluency in German is a plus
A passion for contributing to the team's success in a constructive, creative, and enthusiastic manner
Your benefits in Kemptthal:
Excellent opportunities for progressive learning and development
Additional paid days off
Favorable pension fund contributions
Subsidized meals in the Staff restaurant / You benefit from a discounted catering offer (incl. lunch)
Sport and leisure club (amenities/showers on site)
Discounts at the company shop
Free Staff Parking
Subsidized: REKA vouchers and SBB half fare travelcard
Worldwide private accident coverage and free choice of hospital
