Undergraduate Research Assistant - Redwing Group - Materials Science and Engineering

Penn State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University in State College, PA invites applications for an undergraduate researcher position in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. The student researcher will assist with synthesis and characterization of thin film semiconductor materials, and contribute to laboratory work, data analysis and reporting.

General interest in electronic materials and effective teamwork are required to succeed.

Qualifications

• Interest in electronic materials required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Undergraduate student pursuing degree in MSE or related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist with synthesis and characterization of thin film semiconductor materials.
• Assist in laboratory work, data analysis and reporting.

Skills

Electronic materials interest

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Undergraduate student in Materials Science and Engineering

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University is accepting applications for an undergraduate researcher position.

The student researcher will assist with synthesis and characterization of thin film semiconductor materials.

Successful applicants will assist in laboratory work, data analysis and reporting.

General interest in electronic materials is required along with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Compensation:

The starting rate for this job is $16/hour

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

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

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