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Intern Scientist, R&D Chemistry

Nova Biomedical
Waltham, MA Intern
POSTED ON 6/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/26/2026
Nova Biomedical: One Global Brand. One Vision. Together under one name.

Advanced Instruments and Nova Biomedical are now united under one brand, Nova Biomedical, marking a major milestone in our journey to deliver greater value to our customers. By combining our strengths, we're accelerating innovation, supporting critical workflows, and delivering world-class service across the biopharmaceutical and clinical markets.

Why Be an Intern or Co-op at Nova?

Joining Nova Biomedical as a co-op or intern means stepping into a mission-driven organization where your work has real impact. You’ll contribute to meaningful projects alongside engineers, scientists, manufacturing and business teams who value fresh perspectives and new ideas. We’re committed to helping students grow through hands-on experience, mentorship, and the chance to explore how your academic skills translate into the real world.

At Nova, you won’t just observe, you’ll learn, build, problem-solve, and play an active role in advancing technologies that support global health. It’s an opportunity to develop your career while contributing to innovations that truly matter.

About The Role

  • Intern Scientist, R&D Chemistry (This is a 6 month Internship/Recent Post Grads eligible)

If you’re passionate about science and want to be part of a team that is shaping the future of life sciences, we’d love to hear from you, apply today!

What You’ll Do

  • Assist with planning and executing laboratory experiments in support of chemical research and product or process development projects.
  • Prepare samples, reagents, and test materials in accordance with established procedures and safety guidelines.
  • Collect, record, and organize experimental data accurately in laboratory notebooks and electronic systems.
  • Perform routine analytical testing and basic data analysis to support interpretation of results.
  • Maintain laboratory equipment, materials, and work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
  • Support troubleshooting activities and help identify process or formulation improvement opportunities.
  • Prepare summaries, charts, and reports to communicate findings and project progress.
  • Assist with ordering and managing inventor laboratory supplies.
  • Follow all laboratory safety, environmental, and quality procedures at all times.

What We Are Looking For In You

  • Possesses or pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related scientific discipline.
  • Completed coursework in general chemistry, organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, or related laboratory sciences.
  • Basic knowledge of laboratory techniques, chemical handling, and safe work practices.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
  • Good analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Why work for Nova Biomedical

  • Intern programs including lunch and learns, networking, and professional and social development
  • Enjoy our Company marketplaces for lunch and snacks in most of our offices and our company subsidized cafeteria in our Waltham, MA headquarters.
  • Although interns and co-ops are not eligible for Nova's full-time benefits program, they are eligible to earn sick time and are able to enroll in certain voluntary benefits

Work Location: on-site in our Waltham facility 5 days/week (M-F)

Targeted Salary Range: $20 - $28/hour

Working Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Nova Biomedical believes in transparency and integrity throughout all we do, including compensation. The provided salary range for this role represents the expected base salary or hourly rate for this opening. Actual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and may vary based on individual factors such as location, skills, and education.

EEO Statement

Nova Biomedical takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. As a part of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, Nova Biomedical will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

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Salary : $20 - $28

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