Part-Time Research Assistant - Wolfe Group - Materials Science and Engineering
Penn State University•University Park, IL
•Hybrid
About The Position
The Department of Materials Science and Engineering is seeking applicants for a part-time research assistant position. This role will focus on the synthesis and fabrication of high-entropy transition-metal ceramics, aiming to create ultra-hard materials through coherent spinodal decomposition. The position involves the synthesis and fabrication of experimental samples, which may include powder processing and Field-Assisted Sintering Technology (FAST) to consolidate and tailor unique formulations.
Requirements
- Experience with various analytical characterization tools including scanning electron microscopy, TEM, EDS and hardness testing
- Experience with designing experiments
- Experience with report preparation
- Oral and written communication skills
Responsibilities
- Focusing on the synthesis and fabrication of high-entropy transition-metal ceramics
- Creating ultra-hard materials through coherent spinodal decomposition
- Synthesis and fabrication of experimental samples which may include powder-processed and Field-Assisted Sintering Technology (FAST) to consolidate and tailor unique formulations
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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