Part-Time Research Assistant- Dr. Zhang group
The Pennsylvania State University Penn State University Park
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The Department of Electrical Engineering in the College of Engineering seeks to hire a part-time research assistant to work alongside senior researchers in Dr. Qiming Zhang’s group on the development of electroactive polymers and associated devices.
Duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Assisting in the processing and fabrication of electroactive polymer films and related composite structures
- Performing characterization tests and testing device prototypes
Requirements and Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or a closely related field
- Good technical communication skills
Compensation will begin at $15 but can increase depending on the candidate’s qualifications.
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