Part-Time Temporary Research- Asphalt Lab - Larson Transportation Institute

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

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Northeast Center of Excellence for Pavement Technology (NECEPT) is seeking junior/senior level undergraduate students to conduct laboratory work at NECEPT Laboratories. NECEPT is under The Thomas D. Larson Pennsylvania Transportation Institute of the Civil Engineering Department. Duties for this position would include processing aggregates, researching asphalt materials, mixing , compacting, and testing asphalt concrete specimens, gradation analysis and data analysis. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Access, and Word, and basic knowledge of PowerPoint and website management is desired. Excellent interpersonal skills are strongly desired.

Background checks/clearances

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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