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Part-Time Research Assistant

Penn State University

Part-Time Research Assistant

The Department of Energy and Mineral Engineering in the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences is seeking a Part-Time Research Assistant. Contribute to research projects outlined and agreed upon with research advisor including but not limited to:

  • sample preparations
  • reagent preparation
  • running and monitoring experiments
  • operate and calibrate standard lab equipment
  • check with research advisor at the beginning of each week about specific activities
  • update some lab SOPs
  • update inventory
  • maintain record clear lab records

Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To be considered for this position, applicants must include a cover letter and resume.

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

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

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Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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