R&D Pilot Lab Intern (Ingredient Sourcing + Lab Execution, under Formulator)

Key Responsibilities

• Run capsule-filling and powder-mixing equipment in our small-batch lab
• Assist with formulation trials under direct supervision of our formulator
• Source and organize ingredient samples, COAs, spec sheets, and pricing
• Contact vendors to verify kosher certification and lead times
• Record pilot batch outcomes and support lab cleanliness and process flow
• Organize ingredient inventory and digital documentation

Qualifications

• Master’s or upper-level undergraduate student at FAU
• Background in biomedical science, nutrition, chemistry, biotech, or health sciences
• Strong attention to detail and reliability
• Comfortable using spreadsheets, Google Drive, and communicating with vendors.

Preferred But Not Required

• Familiarity with supplements, FDA regulations, or functional ingredients
• Lab, formulation, or QA experience in a university or work setting
• Interest in product development, health optimization, or clean-label formulations

Learning Objectives

• Gain hands-on experience operating pilot-scale encapsulation and blending equipment
• Learn how to evaluate raw ingredients for clinical and regulatory use
• Understand the supplement development process from R&D to market