PhD Intern - Chemical Synthesis, Performance Colorants & Ingredients

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PhD Intern - Chemical Synthesis, Performance Colorants & Ingredients

POSITION OVERVIEW

This internship supports the chemical synthesis team within the Performance Colorants and Ingredients business for a duration of six months. The candidate will join a multi-functional team, with responsibility for synthesizing a set of target color molecules in furtherance of Milliken's sustainability goals. This position requires strong skill in planning and executing organic reactions as well as clearly communicating the results to a variety of stakeholders. This position is located at Milliken & Company's corporate headquarters in Spartanburg, SC and reports to the Group Leader for PCI Synthesis.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and execute multi-step chemical synthesis routes to access assigned targets

• Characterize intermediates, size products, and final products using a variety of characterization techniques

• Keep detailed notes of experiments and observations

• Report results to the project team and key stakeholders through regular project meetings

• Capture all learnings in a final report to the team

QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

• Currently pursuing a Ph.D. degree in synthetic organic chemistry (3rd year or later preferred)
• Strong history as an experimentalist using scientific method
• Experience planning and executing multi-step organic synthesis experiments
• Familiarity with common characterization techniques such as NMR spectroscopy, UPLC, and IR spectroscopy.
• History of collaborative spirit, leadership, critical thinking, and organizational skills
• Strong commitment to safety
• This position requires candidates to be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship for a work visa (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.)

QUALIFICATIONS - PREFERRED

• Record of independent, innovative problem solving as evidenced by publication in high-impact peer-reviewed journals, presentations, and patents
• Strong communication/presentation skills and communication of value/implications to diverse audiences

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