Undergraduate Materials Research Assistant

The Pennsylvania State University; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Graduate-level research exposure

Hands-on lab experience

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking an Undergraduate Research Assistant to join the Materials Science and Engineering research team. You will work closely with graduate students to fabricate samples, collect data, and characterize materials using various analytical techniques.

The role offers hands-on experience in a university lab, exposure to graduate-level research, and opportunities to develop technical writing and presentation skills while balancing up to 20 hours per week as an essential

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate engineering program.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow experimental protocols.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute to ongoing research projects.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Sample fabrication: Prepare and fabricate materials samples according to project requirements.
• Data collection: Assist in collecting experimental data using various techniques and instruments.
• Materials characterization: Conduct analyses such as microscopy, spectroscopy, and mechanical testing to characterize materials.
• Data analysis: Process and analyze experimental results, drawing meaningful conclusions.
• Report compilation: Collaborate with graduate students to compile research findings into comprehensive reports.
• Technical communication: Present research outcomes and contribute to project discussions.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Laboratory safety

Experimental protocols

Data analysis

Education

Undergraduate engineering student (enrolled)

Job description

Penn State University is seeking an Undergraduate Research Assistant to join the Materials Science and Engineering research team. You will work closely with graduate students to fabricate samples, collect data, and characterize materials using various analytical techniques.

The role offers hands-on experience in a university lab, exposure to graduate-level research, and opportunities to develop technical writing and presentation skills while balancing up to 20 hours per week as an essential