Undergrad Tephra Analysis Research Assistant

The Pennsylvania State University

State College (Centre County)

On-site

USD 27,552

Part time

14 days+
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Job summary

A leading university in Centre County is seeking a part-time Undergraduate Research Assistant in Geosciences. The candidate will prepare tephra samples for analysis, mount grains for geochemical analysis, and interpret results based on previous data. Requirements include being an undergraduate student in Geosciences. The position offers a pay rate of $20 per hour. This job provides valuable research experience in a supportive academic environment.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare tephra samples for analysis including sieving, washing, and photographing.
  • Mount feldspar grains and glass shards in epoxy for geochemical analysis.
  • Interpret results and determine correlations among samples.

Education

Undergraduate student in Geosciences

Job description

A leading university in Centre County is seeking a part-time Undergraduate Research Assistant in Geosciences. The candidate will prepare tephra samples for analysis, mount grains for geochemical analysis, and interpret results based on previous data. Requirements include being an undergraduate student in Geosciences. The position offers a pay rate of $20 per hour. This job provides valuable research experience in a supportive academic environment.
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