Advanced Materials Assistant

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

NIAR's Advanced Materials Research group on the Wichita State University main campus is seeking a part-time assistant pursuing an engineering or related degree. Based in Wichita, KS, you will support engineers and contribute to projects serving government and industry customers.

If you are detail oriented, collaborative, and eager to gain hands-on experience in materials characterization, you will fit this role well.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an engineering degree or related field.
• Based in Wichita, KS and able to work with NIAR engineers.
• Detail oriented and able to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in learning and supporting applied research for government and industry customers.
• Support materials characterization and qualification tasks.
• Collaborate with NIAR engineers on cutting-edge applications.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Self-motivated

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Engineering student

Job description

Department

NIAR Composites & Structures - Advanced MaterialsResearch

Campus Location

Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type

Part Time

Pay

$15 - 18 per hour

Work Schedule

Based on class schedule

Export Compliance Requirement

This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlledtechnologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employmentunder U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement ofbeing a “U.S. Citizen”.

Job Story

The Advanced Materials Research group is looking for an assistantinterested in pursuing an engineering (or related field) degree.This position will be based in Wichita, KS and will see you workclosely with engineers at NIAR to support our growing governmentand industry customer base. If you are detail oriented, enjoychallenging and rewarding work, and like being part of a team,consider applying for this position.

Job Duties

This position will focus on learning and supporting all aspects ofapplied research for various government and industry customers.Projects are focused on characterization and qualification ofmaterials and structures as well as integration into cutting-edgeapplications. This position will be based in Wichita, KS and willsee you work closely with engineers at NIAR to support our growinggovernment and industry customer base. If you are detail oriented,enjoy challenging and rewarding work, and like being part of ateam, consider applying for this position.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work well in a team environment and effectivelycommunicate.
• Self-motivated
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements

Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchangeinformation