Part-Time Polymer Research Assistant: Dielectric & Synthesis

The Pennsylvania State University; Ferguson Township (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a part-time research support assistant to work on polymer materials. You will synthesize polymers, functionalize them with polar groups, and characterize dielectric properties using dielectric relaxation spectroscopy.

This role requires strong data management and collaborative communication within a team of researchers. Ideal candidates have experience in organic and polymer synthesis and can manage data efficiently, contributing to ongoing projects

Qualifications

• Data management and computer-based data analysis skills.
• Experience in organic and polymer synthesis.
• Strong communication skills to support collaborative work.

Responsibilities

• Synthesize polymer materials.
• Measure the dielectric properties of the materials.
• Functionalize polymers with polar substituents.
• Measure dielectric properties using dielectric relaxation spectroscopy.

Skills

Data management

Data analysis

Organic synthesis

Polymer synthesis

Communication skills

Tools

Dielectric spectroscopy

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a part-time research support assistant to work on polymer materials. You will synthesize polymers, functionalize them with polar groups, and characterize dielectric properties using dielectric relaxation spectroscopy.

This role requires strong data management and collaborative communication within a team of researchers. Ideal candidates have experience in organic and polymer synthesis and can manage data efficiently, contributing to ongoing projects