R&D Chemistry Internship (12 Month FTC)

Job title: R&D Chemistry Intern – 12 Month Fixed Term Contract (students finishing 2nd year of university looking for a placement year)

Start: 30th June 2025

Department: R&D

Location: Hybrid Working (Eastleigh, Hampshire office and home based)

Working hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30-4:30

Closing date for applications: Friday 20th December 2024

A brighter future awaits you

CooperVision is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of soft contact lenses with a presence in over 100 countries. Being part of CooperVision means helping improve the way people see each day. It’s more than making contact lenses, it’s about giving lens wearers freedom and confidence to move about their daily lives. We’re all about bright futures – for our people and those who wear our contact lenses.

At CooperVision, we’re big on belonging. Everyone’s contribution counts, and that’s why inclusion and diversity are so important. It isn’t just the right thing to do; it’s what makes our company the best it can be. We are committed to creating an inclusive and engaging workplace. Our Employee Resource Groups offer employees to grow within a safe and inclusive space. So be yourself, whoever you are, and let’s achieve amazing things together.

Job summary – What to expect: 

As the R&D Chemistry Intern of our R&D Team, you will support the research, development, and testing of novel materials and processes for contact lens products. It will involve designing, planning and the completion of experiments, hands-on work such as monomer preparation and material testing and then the analysis and reporting of results generated.

• Carries out daily lab operations and assists in performing lab experiments involving preparation of saline solutions, contact lens monomer mixtures and material testing of contact lenses. This includes techniques such as, UV-VIS spectroscopy, contact angle, mechanical and oxygen permeability testing.
• Assists in planning, running, testing, and reporting of R&D trials.
• Works effectively in a team environment and can interface with cross-functional teams.
• Works independently when operating lab equipment following standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Makes detailed observations and maintains proper documentation and records of experimental work.
• Performs data entry, data analysis, writing of technical reports and creates presentations.
• Researches information for technological advancement to assist with project work.
• Effectively communicates, both orally and in writing, with internal personnel and external partners.

About you:

We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, both written and verbal who is highly organized with strong attention to detail.

We are looking for someone with:

• Ability to balance and prioritize multiple time sensitive requirements.
• General laboratory experience e.g. the use of balances, pipetting and following test methods.
• Intellectual curiosity – reviewing information to uncover insights and implications relevant to R&D project work.
• Ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Education:

• Currently undertaking an undergraduate degree in Chemistry / Bio Chemistry / Pharmaceutical / R&D / Engineering or a closely related degree, and plan on pursuing a career in a related field.

What we offer:

You’ll receive competitive compensation and a fantastic benefits package including; 25 days holiday, pension scheme, healthcare cover, life assurance, access to our Wellness Platform to support you in mental health and wellbeing, a discounted contact lens scheme and much more!

What you can expect:

As a CooperVision employee, you’ll be welcomed into a diverse and progressive global business. We appreciate how important fostering a diverse and inclusive culture is and how different perspectives add value and contribute to our success. With our CooperPride, African Descent, Woman’s Impact Network and Mind Body and Wellbeing Employee Resource Groups, we offer opportunities for employees to learn and grow within an inclusive and safe space.

If you like what you see, take the first step towards your Brighter Future and apply today! All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal consideration and opportunities from CooperVision.

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