Summer Research Assistant
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Job Description
This project involves laboratory testing of asphalt specimens evaluating the effect of water and different atmospheric humidity levels in reducing material strength and the rate of recovery on drying. The work will be carried out in collaboration with a PhD student whose project is on understanding different patterns of road surface damage.
Start Date:23/06/2025
End Date: 15/08/2025
Working Hours:36.25
Pay Rate: 12.50 per hour plus holiday pay
Location: Pavement Research Building University Park
Dress Code: casual Personal Protective Equipment (to be supplied)
The duties will include:
- Manufacture of test specimens
- Monitoring of progress of water ingress / drying
- Testing for stiffness and strength
- Processing of test results
Skills and experience required for the role:
- Competence working safely in a laboratory environment. Otherwise no special skills or experience required.
What you can expect to gain during this role: - Familiarity with laboratory research processes
- Understanding of how asphalt works
Application Instructions:
Application Closing Date:1st June 2025 (Midnight)
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Employment Type
Full-Time
