Temporary Research Aide

Cornell University•Ithaca, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This Temporary Research Aide position supports faculty-led research under the supervision of Jenny Sabin as part of the URoL:EN NSF-funded project. The role is mission critical to advancing the next phase of material and fabrication testing, with a focus on bioinspired knit material development. The position requires specialized knowledge and prior hands-on experience within the lab, particularly in developing and testing innovative textile-based materials. This short-term, in-person appointment ensures continuity and progress during a key research phase.

Requirements

Prior experience in the Sabin Lab or similar research environment involving material and textile development.
Demonstrated ability to contribute to fabrication and testing of experimental materials.
Familiarity with URoL:EN NSF project workflows or related research strongly preferred.
Ability to support hands-on research and material experimentation in a collaborative environment.
Strong organizational skills to track and document iterative material processes.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience in textile development, knit fabrication, or material-based research.
Familiarity with bioinspired design approaches and experimental material systems.
Experience working with fabrication tools or textile machinery is preferred.
Ability to work independently on assigned research tasks with minimal supervision.
Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation skills.
Experience contributing to interdisciplinary research in a lab or academic setting.

Responsibilities

Support the development and refinement of bioinspired knit materials, building on prior lab research and fabrication methods.
Assist in material testing and prototyping, ensuring alignment with established research processes and project goals.
Contribute to the next phase of material and fabrication testing, applying knowledge from previous work to maintain consistency and quality.
Collaborate with faculty and research team members to integrate material experimentation with fabrication workflows.
Document research processes, material tests, and outcomes for analysis and reporting.
Assist in preparing research outputs, including visual documentation, diagrams, and written summaries.
Maintain organized records of materials, samples, and fabrication iterations.