About the internship

Selected intern's day-to-day responsibilities include:

1. Conducting research on biomaterials like hydrogels and oleo gels and using this knowledge to aid in the development of the required animal fat alternative
2. Performing lab experiments involving biomaterials (hydrogels and oleo gels) and troubleshooting
3. Conducting sensory evaluations and analyzing data to ensure product quality
4. Participating in product scale-up activities and working with suppliers to source ingredients
5. Documenting research and development activities, including creating technical reports and maintaining lab notebooks
6. Maintaining a clean and organized work environment, including adhering to lab safety protocols

Skill(s) required

Biology

Chemistry

Who can apply

Only those candidates can apply who:

1. are available for full time (in-office) internship

2. have relevant skills and interests

* Women wanting to start/restart their career can also apply.

Other requirements

1. Candidates with a bachelor’s or master’s in food technology should apply for this internship.

2. Previous laboratory experience is preferred, especially in food characterization.

3. A DSC, TGA, FTIR, calorimeter, and texture profile analyzer would be an added advantage.