Rock Mechanics Lab Biaxial Testing Machine Operator-GEOSCI

Penn State University; University Park (AL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking a part-time Rock Mechanics Lab Biaxial Testing Machine Operator. In this role, you will operate advanced machinery to conduct critical research on fluid-induced seismicity. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in Rock Mechanics and have expertise in digital servo control and Python scripting. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to innovative projects within the College of EMS.

Qualifications

• PhD required in Rock Mechanics.
• Experience with digital servo control.
• Proficiency in Python for data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Operate the biaxial testing machine under various control conditions.
• Conduct friction experiments to study seismicity.
• Manage the true triaxial pressure vessel operations.

Skills

Knowledge of servo control with digital input signals

Python scripting for data reduction and analysis

Education

PhD in Rock Mechanics

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Job Description And Position Requirements

The College of EMS is seeking applicants for the part-time job of Rock Mechanics Lab Biaxial Testing Machine Operator

Job duties to include:

• Operate the biaxial testing machine under digital and analog servo control
• Conduct friction experiments and tests to investigate fluid induced seismicity
• Operate the true triaxial pressure vessel under control pore fluid conditions
  
  

Requirements, qualifications, and/or competencies:

• PhD in Rock Mechanics
• Knowledge of servo control with digital input signals
• Python scripting for data reduction and analysis
  
  

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