Research Assistant

2 weeks ago


College Station, Texas, United States Penn State University Full time
Job Description

The Materials Processing Division of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University is seeking highly motivated undergraduate students to assist with various activities in the Materials Processing Division.

As a research assistant, you will have the opportunity to work on a broad range of programs involving cold spray, sputtering, chemical vapor deposition, physical vapor deposition, hot pressing, plating, and microelectronics fabrication.

Responsibilities
  • Material synthesis and processing
  • Characterization and device fabrication
  • Process simulation for fabrication
  • Development of advanced materials and material systems

Potential material systems include ceramic, metallic, semiconductors, and mixed combination for corrosion resistance, wear resistance, erosion resistance, thermal protection, or optical performance.

Other Activities
  • Development of finite element models
  • Set up and monitor experimental designs
  • Compile and analyze data for a wide range of materials and coatings

These systems are primarily used for property enhancement and performance for a variety of applications in the aerospace, defense, tooling, biomedical, nuclear, microelectronic, and optical industries.

Requirements
  • Majoring in Materials Science and Engineering (MATSE), Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Science, Aerospace Engineering, or Nuclear Engineering
  • Ability to work up to 20 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters and 40 hours/week over the summer
  • U.S. citizenship

This is a paid internship located at ARL's Innovation Park location (230 building); relocation and housing are not provided.

Candidate selected may be subject to a government security investigation.

ARL is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion; we believe this is central to our success as a Department of Defense designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC).

We are at our best when we draw on the talents of all parts of society, and our greatest accomplishments are achieved when diverse perspectives are part of our workforce.

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.


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