Asphalt Materials Lab Research Assistant

The Pennsylvania State University; Ferguson Township (PA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking undergraduate students (junior/senior) to conduct laboratory work in the NECEPT Laboratories under the Penn State Transportation Institute. Duties include processing aggregates, researching asphalt materials, mixing, compacting, and testing asphalt concrete specimens, with data analysis and gradation work.

Proficiency in Excel, Access, Word, and basic PowerPoint and website management is desired. Background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree (junior or senior).
• Strong knowledge of MS Excel, Access, and Word; basic knowledge of PowerPoint and website management.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Process aggregates in the NECEPT Laboratories.
• Research asphalt materials and perform mixing, compaction, and testing of asphalt concrete specimens.
• Conduct gradation analysis and data analysis; maintain lab records.

Skills

Excel

Access

Word

PowerPoint

Website management

Education

Undergraduate (junior/senior) Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking undergraduate students (junior/senior) to conduct laboratory work in the NECEPT Laboratories under the Penn State Transportation Institute. Duties include processing aggregates, researching asphalt materials, mixing, compacting, and testing asphalt concrete specimens, with data analysis and gradation work.

Proficiency in Excel, Access, Word, and basic PowerPoint and website management is desired. Background checks are required.