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

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking junior or senior level undergraduate students for a position at the Northeast Center of Excellence for Pavement Technology (NECEPT). This role involves laboratory work, including processing aggregates and testing asphalt concrete specimens.

Candidates should possess strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Access, and Word, along with excellent interpersonal skills. Successful applicants will be expected to submit a cover letter and resume demonstrating their education and expertise.

Please note that remote work is not guaranteed regardless of location. Penn State is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Access, and Word.
• Basic knowledge of PowerPoint and website management.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory work at NECEPT Laboratories.
• Process aggregates and research asphalt materials.
• Mix, compact, and test asphalt concrete specimens.
• Perform gradation analysis and data analysis.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Word

Basic knowledge of PowerPoint

Website management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Junior/Senior level undergraduate

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 under The Thomas D. Larson Pennsylvania Transportation Institute of the Civil Engineering Department. The position involves processing aggregates, researching asphalt materials, mixing, compacting, and testing asphalt concrete specimens, gradation analysis, and data analysis.

• Processing aggregates
• Researching asphalt materials
• Mixing, compacting, and testing asphalt concrete specimens
• Gradation analysis
• Data analysis

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Access, and Word, and basic knowledge of PowerPoint and website management are desired. Excellent interpersonal skills are strongly desired.

Please include a cover letter and a resume. The cover letter should clearly indicate the applicant’s education and expertise.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

Background Checks and Clearances

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

EEO Statement

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging.