Scientific Research and Development Internship
- Edmonton, AB, Canada
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Scientific Research and Development Internship
Wyonics
Wyonics is seeking highly motivated interns that are excited about developing new technologies and being part of a start-up environment. We will provide a solid technical foundation for interns of all levels, whether you are already experienced or looking for a new career path. The goal of this internship program is to prepare you for careers in scientific/technical industries, while working on emerging technologies at Wyonics.
A primary component of the internship will be to contribute to Wyonics’ ongoing projects and activities, while receiving meaningful scientific, technology, and business-specific training. Interns will receive training in a variety of scientific/technical areas, including analytical techniques, optics, instrumentation design, software development, and materials synthesis. Additional skills/competencies that may be attained during the internship include: innovation, problem solving, analytical thinking, good lab practices, record keeping, networking, public speaking, and scientific writing. Travel and networking opportunities will be provided as they arise. This training is designed to ensure interns are prepared to pursue scientific or technical careers in industry, government labs, or academia.
Ongoing Projects At Wyonics Include
- Materials science and process development for carbon fibers and critical materials.
- Rare earth element separations, extraction, and recovery.
- Development of scientific instrumentation.
Any applicants interested in developing new technologies to enable a sustainable future, being part of a start-up environment, gaining experience for an industrial role (e.g., technician, scientist), or starting their own scientific business are encouraged to apply. This can include students, community members, etc. This list is not exhaustive!
Main Responsibilities
The structure of the internship will be determined based on onboarding interviews with the career path of the intern and Wyonics’ active projects. All positions will include:
Minimum Qualifications
- 1+ years laboratory or technical experience which can include undergraduate lab courses, job-related experience, or other relevant experiences. Please describe the relevant experience in the statement of interest.
- Lab experience, coursework, or degree earned in a relevant field (chemistry, chemical engineering , computer science, or related field)
- Able to work safely and effectively in laboratories/technical settings
- Able to follow instructions and scientific protocols
- Possesses strong problem-solving skills
- 2+ years laboratory or technical experience
- Knowledge of laboratory equipment and comfort working in a laboratory environment
- Capable of reading and interpreting manuals for scientific instrumentation and operating instrumentation following said manuals
- Ability to read and understand scientific literature
- Capable of developing new approaches for advancing research goals
Please submit the following materials and questions to krdibona@wyonics.com
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Responsibilities
Conduct scientific and technical research and development in a laboratory, collect and document data, and draw conclusions and recommendations from findings. Attend project meetings and training, present results, communicate clearly, and assist with other duties and limited travel as needed.
Requirements
Applicants need at least one year of laboratory or technical experience, which may include undergraduate lab courses, and relevant experience or coursework in chemistry, chemical engineering, computer science, or a related field. They must work safely in technical settings, follow instructions and scientific protocols, and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills; two or more years of experience and familiarity with laboratory equipment and scientific literature are desired.
Skills
- Scientific Research
- Research And Development
- Laboratory Techniques
- Analytical Techniques
- Optics
- Instrumentation Design
- Software Development
- Materials Synthesis
- Data Collection
- Record Keeping
- Problem Solving
- Analytical Thinking
- Scientific Writing
- Oral Communication
- Scientific Instrumentation
- Laboratory Safety
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Hiring contact email
krdibona@wyonics.com
Categories
- Science & Research
- Engineering
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Technology
Keywords
- Scientific Research
- Research And Development
- Laboratory
- Materials Science
- Process Development
- Carbon Fibers
- Critical Materials
- Rare Earth Elements
- Separation
- Extraction
- Recovery
- Scientific Instrumentation
- Analytical Techniques
- Optics
- Instrumentation Design
- Software Development
- Materials Synthesis
- Data Collection
- Experimental Records
- Scientific Protocols
- Laboratory Safety
- Scientific Literature
- Problem Solving
- Analytical Thinking
- Scientific Writing
- Public Speaking
- Chemistry
- Chemical Engineering
- Computer Science
- Start-Up Environment