RESEARCH ASST I (STUDENT/WORK STUDY)

Research Assistant position available for UM-Flint Undergraduate or Graduate students to work under the supervision of Dr. Khalil Khanafer. Hourly rate is $15 for undergraduate students or $35.91 for graduate students. The position is short term, from now until the end of August. 

• Assist in the design of experiments for material and process parameter studies
• Prepare and test specimens for mechanical, thermal, and microstructural analysis
• Experimental analysis of Tensile and fatigue testing in Instron machine.
• Analyze experimental data using tools such as MATLAB, Python, or statistical software (SPSS, Excel, etc.)
• Conduct literature reviews and contribute to drafting research publications and reports
• Maintain detailed records of procedures, results, and equipment usage

• UM-Flint Undergraduate or Graduate Student
• Experience with additive manufacturing techniques and CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Fusion 360)
• Familiarity with material characterization methods (e.g., tensile testing, Fatigue testing)

• Familiarity with statistical analysis (e.g., ANOVA, Post Hoc, etc.) and statistical analysis software (e.g., SPSS)
• Strong analytical and communication skills

Onsite
The work requires, or the supervisor approves a fully onsite presence.  Onsite is defined as a designated U-M owned or leased work location within or outside of the State of Michigan

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

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