Temporary Research Assistant

Colorado State University • Fort Collins, CO

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About The Position

The Research Assistant will construct and adjust a compressed-air shock tube and a vortex gatling cannon, design and complete experiments using this equipment, and collect experimental data. The role is within Colorado State University’s Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) Department, a nationally and internationally recognized department with interdisciplinary research and education programs and collaborations across CSU and with researchers around the world.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; the department will not sponsor a visa. A criminal background check is required for new hires. Applicants must be able to repeatedly lift at least 60 pounds and apply 100 ft-lbs of torque with a wrench to seal the shock tube.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or mechanical engineering.
• Basic knowledge of shock tube mechanics, construction, and operation.
• Basic knowledge of vortex cannon mechanics, construction, and operation.
• Experience running shock tube experiments and operating a vortex cannon.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to document technical work clearly.
• Ability to repeatedly lift a minimum of 60 pounds.
• Ability to apply 100 ft-lbs of torque using a wrench to seal the shock tube.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; visa sponsorship is not available.
• Successful completion of a required criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and adjust a compressed-air shock tube.
• Design, build, and adjust a vortex gatling cannon.
• Design and complete experiments using the shock tube and vortex cannon.
• Use a data acquisition system (DAQ) to collect shock-wave pressure measurements.
• Communicate with team members to help meet project deadlines.

Benefits

• Colorado State University describes a robust benefits package, a collaborative atmosphere, and a focus on work-life balance; details are available through the university’s benefits information.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level