About the role#
Weber State University is hiring a Student Research Assistant for the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters. This position is located at the Noorda EAST building on the Ogden campus. You will work 10 to 20 hours per week.
What you'll do#
- Perform microfabrication in a clean room.
- Analyze surface morphology using advanced microscopes.
- Modify surface properties of polymers, specifically PDMS.
- Conduct contact-angle measurements in controlled environments.
- Work closely with the Principal Investigator.
- Present your research progress during weekly meetings.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a Mechanical Engineering student.
- Eligibility for Work Study.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and 30 pounds frequently.
- Comfort working in environments that include exposure to chemicals, electrical currents, and moving mechanical parts.
Location & details#
- Location: Ogden, Utah.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $15.00 per hour.
- Term: Fall 2026 and Spring 2027.
Relevant fieldsMechanical Engineering
