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JOB TITLE
Research Associate
LOCATION
Worcester
DEPARTMENT NAME
Fire Protection Engineering - NFR JM
DIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The FPE Research Associate will assist lab staff with the daily operation and maintenance of the Fire Science Laboratory. The Research Associate will assist with equipment maintenance, instrument calibration, experimental apparatus design and installation, inventory tracking, enforcement of laboratory safety procedures, and completion of assigned experiments and service to industry projects. The Research Associate will provide expert operation of all equipment and tools and will provide training to lab staff, students, and faculty.
The Research Associate will report directly to the FPE Lab Director. The Research Associate will supervise lab users and provide critical information to the Director on laboratory status and will help the Director enhance the overall capabilities, safety, and productivity of the FPE Fire Science Laboratory.
The ideal candidate will possess either experience as a laboratory technician or experience in the construction industry with experience in installing, servicing, and troubleshooting machinery and electrical systems
JOB DESCRIPTION
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Perform housekeeping duties and lab maintenance
Performs other lab related duties as required
Requirements:
FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Exempt)
WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.
To apply, visit: https://wpi.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WPI_External_Career_Site/job/Worcester/Research-Associate_R0002952
About WPI
WPI is a vibrant, active, and diverse community of extraordinary students, world-renowned faculty, and state of the art research facilities. At WPI, we have competitive and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, long-term care, retirement, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, work-life balance and much more.
Diversity & Inclusion at WPI
WPI is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected; a place where every student, faculty and staff member can be themselves, so that they can study, live, and work comfortably, to reach their full potential, and make meaningful contributions in order to meet departmental and institutional goals. WPI thrives on innovative practice and welcomes diverse perspectives, insight, and people from diverse lived experiences, to enhance the community environment and propel the institution to the next level in a competitive, global marketplace.
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