Student Research Assistant - Chemical and Material Synthesis
AeroVironment•Bath Township, OH
•Onsite
About The Position
AV has an opportunity available for a Undergraduate Student Research Assistant to support research on vitrimer synthesis and characterization at the Materials & Manufacturing Directorate of the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) in Dayton, Ohio. The candidate should demonstrate a driven interest in STEM fields, especially through previous and planned course work. Foundational knowledge in chemistry and biology along with basic laboratory skills is desired.
Requirements
- This position involves working within a government facility and requires US citizenship
- Must be working toward a BS in Chemistry, Biology or a related discipline
- Familiarity with basic organic chemistry laboratory skills including molecular synthesis and characterization
- Demonstrate willingness to learn laboratory protocols and instrumentation under supervision
- Must be willing to work on government contracts and have the ability to obtain a security clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Driven interest in STEM fields, especially through previous and planned course work
- Foundational knowledge in chemistry and biology along with basic laboratory skills
Responsibilities
- Assist in experiments, including sample preparation, data collection, and the execution of standardized testing procedures
- Effectively communicate scientific findings through reports and oral presentations
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- 401K with company matching
- a 9/80 work schedule
- a paid holiday shutdown
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
