Research Assistant I - Temporary Part-time (no benefits) - 527405
Research Assistant I - Temporary Part-time (no benefits) - 527405
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Pay Grade/Pay Range:Minimum: $15.48 - Midpoint: $18.56 (Hourly N2)
Department/Organization:214271 - Mechanical Engineering
Normal Work Schedule:Varies
Job Summary:The Research Assistant I assists with research work tasks of low-complexity in support of a research project under close supervision. May assist with ordering equipment and supplies set up of equipment performing experiments monitoring results data collection preparation of support materials etc.
Additional Department Summary:The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Alabama is seeking a temporary part-time Research Assistant I. Research focuses on advanced surface engineering and laser-based manufacturing methods with particular emphasis on the laser peening and laser machining. The goal of the project is to explore and understand the effects of heat treatment on the property of shape memory alloys after laser machining using advanced characterization techniques.
Required Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma or GED.
Skills and Knowledge:Experience in proposal writing and familiarity with the physics of lasermaterial interactions. Strong research expertise and relevant industrial experience in applying laser-based processes to various materials and in particular shape memory alloys.
Preferred Qualifications:Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering Materials Science or a related field. Ability to conduct scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD) as well as sample preparation using a focused ion beam (FIB) for transmission electron microscopy (TEM). Established record of peer-reviewed publications in the materials science field.
Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Equal Employment Opportunity:The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOCsKnow Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegalposter.
Employment Type
Part-Time
