Engineering Laboratory Assistant (Hourly)
Illinois State Geological Survey
Prairie Research Institute
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
The Illinois State Geological Survey (ISGS) serves the needs of the public, government, and industry with earth science information and research relevant to natural resources, environmental quality, economic vitality, and public safety. ISGS is part of the Prairie Research Institute (PRI) at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, which is centrally located between Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis. Learn more at https://prairie.illinois.edu/about/jobs/
ISGS is seeking to hire up to two hourly research assistants to participate in ongoing research projects related to the development, characterization, and evaluation of materials and processes for carbon capture and utilization and the beneficial use of waste materials. Work up to 20 hours per week at $14 to $20 per hour depending on qualifications. Position is based in Champaign, Illinois.
Duties and Responsibilities: Participate in laboratory experiments and measurements to generate data and validate the performance of materials and processes for waste management and carbon reduction. Participate in material characterization. Assist in assembly, troubleshooting, operation, and maintenance of scientific equipment and facilities and laboratory experimental setups. Document and plot experimental data. Participate in experimental data analysis. Conduct literature searches. Contribute to preparing technical reports and documents.
Minimum Qualifications: Undergraduate or graduate student or individual with bachelor’s degree in chemical, environmental, materials, or mechanical engineering, chemistry, or related discipline. Ability to assemble experimental setups and perform troubleshooting and experiments. Ability to learn and apply new experimental and analytical skills. Good writing skills to present results and prepare technical reports and papers. Ability to effectively communicate and work with staff and others. The work of this position takes place in a chemical laboratory setting. Must be able to lift 40 pounds.
Please submit via e-mail a cover letter, resume, and the contact information of three academic or professional references to Dr. Yongqi Lu at yongqilu@illinois.edu
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