Part-Time Chemical Engineering Research Assistant (Electrospinning and

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PennState University is hiring a Part-Time Chemical Engineering Research Assistant (Electrospinning and. This is a part-time role in Penn State University Park. posted today. applications are still in the early window, before most candidates have applied. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

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Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The College of Engineering Robert V. Waltemeyer Department of Chemical Engineering is seeking applicants for a part-time job of Research Assistant to support Dean Patrick Mather's lab at the University Park campus to start as soon as possible.

The temporary research assistant will support an interdisciplinary seed-funded research project investigating shape memory polymer scaffolds for plant mechanobiology.

Responsibilities include:

Fabricating electrospun polymer fiber scaffolds
Preparing samples, conducting materials characterization (e.g., SEM, thermal analysis, mechanical testing)
Documenting experimental results
Maintaining laboratory equipment
Assisting with data analysis

The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in electrospinning, polymeric biomaterials, and safe laboratory practices, capable of working independently while collaborating with the project team.

Compensation:

The starting rate for this job is $22.00 per hour.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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Where is the Part-Time Chemical Engineering Research Assistant (Electrospinning and position at PennState University located?

This position is based in Penn State University Park. PennState University has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

What does a Part-Time Chemical Engineering Research Assistant (Electrospinning and at PennState University earn?

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When was the Part-Time Chemical Engineering Research Assistant (Electrospinning and role at PennState University posted?

This role was posted on July 23, 2026 (today). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.