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Part Time - Research Assistant (MURI) - Mechanical Engineering
PayCompetitive
LocationState College/Pennsylvania
Employment typePart-Time
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Job Description
- Req#: REQ_0000056852
Employer Industry: Mechanical Engineering Research
Why Consider this Job Opportunity:
- Competitive pay up to $25 per hour
- Opportunity for hands-on experience in a cutting-edge research laboratory
- Possibility for growth and development in a collaborative academic environment
- Chance to work on a project funded by the Office of Naval Research
- Gain valuable skills in experimental design and data collection
- Flexibility in work hours to accommodate project needs
What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Design and conduct opposed flow experiments in various flow geometries
- Integrate advanced plumbing and instrumentation for precise control and data collection
- Manage and organize experimental data meticulously
- Provide flexible support to the research team, potentially outside standard hours
- Ensure safety standards in handling hazardous materials
What is Required (Qualifications):
- B.S. or significant undergraduate research experience
- Knowledge of combustion and propulsion theories, especially polymeric fuels
- Experience in experimental design and high-pressure equipment handling
- Proficiency in additive manufacturing, LabVIEW, and machine vision techniques
- Effective communication skills
How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Previous experience in similar research settings and topics
- Commitment to safety standards in handling hazardous, reactive, and energetic materials
- Proficiency in LabVIEW and machine vision techniques
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