Research Assistant - College of Engineering
About The Position
The Research Assistant will formulate liquid aerospace coatings. The work involves blending resins, solvents and additive chemicals using blending equipment to make liquid epoxy-based coatings for metal. They may measure basic properties of these formulations such as settling and viscosity. They will work as part of a multi person team. The specific compositions and blending procedures will be defined and provided to them by another professional in the team. This position will ensure that the coating formulations are produced on schedule and accurately. Basic experience handling chemicals or resins and making basic measurements would be preferable. Work with small scale laboratory mixing equipment will be required. Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or 48 months of research experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.
- US Citizen or Permanent Resident.
Nice To Haves
- Basic experience handling chemicals or resins.
- Basic experience making measurements.
Responsibilities
- Formulate liquid aerospace coatings by blending resins, solvents, and additive chemicals using blending equipment.
- Make liquid epoxy-based coatings for metal.
- Measure basic properties of formulations such as settling and viscosity.
- Ensure coating formulations are produced on schedule and accurately.
- Work as part of a multi-person team.
- Work with small scale laboratory mixing equipment.
Benefits
- Benefits Eligible
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
