Intern - R&D, Data Scientist

Summary: Baxter International Inc. is a company dedicated to redefining healthcare delivery. They are seeking an R&D Intern in Data Science to support laboratory activities and develop a medical device materials database, utilizing AI tools for data analysis and material assessments. Responsibilities: - You will work alongside our Material Scientists and Engineers, supporting laboratory activities in one or all of the following material characterization tools: thermal, mechanical, microscopy, optical, rheological, various chemistry analytical (such as HPLC, GCMS, etc.) to solve materials engineering challenges - Support Material/Polymer Science Innovation for regulated medical products - Laboratory testing using various material characterization tools - Method innovation, validation and qualification - Provide weekly updates outlining progress - Will be involved in the development of a medical device materials database that can be utilized to track product properties, regulatory compliance, and improve material change control processes - Will be involved in the utilization of AI tools to improve material assessments and data analysis to accelerate change control processes Required Qualifications: - Baxter is targeting students with proven academic performance and leadership potential - Ideal candidates will combine technical and business knowledge with analytical strength and creative problem-solving abilities - Rising Junior, Senior or Graduate student pursuing a degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Materials Science, or related major - Strong verbal and written communication skills - Demonstrated leadership qualities and problem-solving skills - Positive attitude, team-oriented, adaptive to change, and collaborative Preferred Qualifications: - Technical writing and data review in a regulated type environment preferred - Actively involved in campus or community activities and organizations, preferably in leadership roles Required Skills: Material characterization tools, Thermal analysis, Mechanical testing, Microscopy, Optical analysis, Rheological testing, Chemistry analytical techniques, HPLC, GCMS, Polymer science, Material science, Data review, AI tools, Data analysis, Test method development, Test method validation, Prototype building, Medical device materials database Benefits: Flexible workplace policy, Reasonable accommodations