Undergraduate Research Assistant on Tephra Analysis- GEOSCI

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 27,552; Part time

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

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Department of Geosciences is seeking applicants for a part-time job of Undergraduate Research Assistant.

Job duties to include:

• The student will prepare tephra samples for analysis including sieving, washing, photographing, and describing samples.
• They will mount the feldspar grains and any glass shards in epoxy to prepare them for geochemical analysis and run them on the electron microprobe under the supervision of Dr. Erin DiMaggio.
• They will then interpret the results by comparing the data to previously published data on feldspars and glass to determine correlations among samples.

Requirements, qualifications, and/or competencies:

• Undergraduate student in Geosciences

Compensation

The starting rate for this job is $20/hr.

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