Part-Time Research Assistant

Penn State University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 2,755,000 - 3,582,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University’s AquaMetallurgy and Mineral Processing Labs seek a part-time Research Assistant to support Process Mineralogy and Hydrometallurgy research. The role involves laboratory experimentation, technical analysis, data interpretation, and report preparation for ongoing projects.

Schedule: September 1 – October 30, 2026, 18–22 hours per week. Qualifications include an MS or Ph.D in Mineral/Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field; experience in

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Mineral/Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in Hydrometallurgy or Mineral Processing.
• Knowledge of Process Mineralogy is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support Process Mineralogy and Hydrometallurgy research in the lab.
• Conduct laboratory experiments, collect data, and perform technical analyses.
• Interpret data and help prepare project reports and findings.

Skills

Hydrometallurgy experience

Process Mineralogy (advantage)

Laboratory analysis

Education

MS or PhD in Mineral/Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field

Job description

Job Description and Position Requirements

The AquaMetallurgy and Mineral Processing Labs are seeking a part-time Research Assistant to support Process Mineralogy and Hydrometallurgy Research. This position involves laboratory experimentation, technical analysis, data interpretation, and report preparation to support research in process mineralogy and hydrometallurgy.

Details: Research Group: AquaMetallurgy/Mineral Processing Laboratory - Dr Thandie Moyo. September 1 - October 30, 2026. 18-22 hours/week.

• MS or Ph.D in Mineral/Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Prior experience working in Hydrometallurgy and/or Mineral Processing.
• Knowledge of Process Mineralogy will be an advantage.

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