Part-Time Research Support

The Pennsylvania State University • University Park, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Energy Institute within Penn State’s College of Earth and Mineral Sciences is seeking part-time research support for work on the sustainable extraction of critical minerals and materials from primary and secondary sources to address U.S. needs. The role includes transporting 2,000 gallons of water from Phillipsburg-area acid mine drainage sites to the University Park Campus using a water tanker rented by Penn State. The position also supports operation of a 10,000-gallons-per-day pilot-scale facility at the University Park Campus, including maintaining filters, pumps, and PVC plumbing and conducting physical and chemical separation experiments. The starting rate is $20.00 per hour, with an estimated 25 hours per week. Employment requires successful completion of background checks. Because driving is part of the job, a valid driver’s license and successful motor vehicle records check are required.

Requirements

• Have and maintain a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license; a commercial driver’s license is not required.
• Driving experience.
• Successfully complete required background checks and a motor vehicle records check.

Responsibilities

• Transport 2,000 gallons of water from Phillipsburg-area acid mine drainage sites to the University Park Campus using a Penn State-rented water tanker.
• Help operate the 10,000-gallons-per-day pilot-scale facility.
• Maintain the facility’s filters, pumps, and PVC plumbing.
• Participate in physical and chemical separation experiments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed