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Michigan Technological University Research Technician in Houghton, Michigan
Research Technician
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Department: Chemical Engineering
Work Type: Staff - Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Full Time / Part Time: Full Time
Categories: Engineering, Research, Chemistry
Summary
Professor Lei Pan's group at Michigan Technological University is seeking a research technician to advance both circular economy and sustainability of critical raw materials from both primary resource and secondary resources. This position will be working within MTU's upgraded mineral processing and hydrometallurgy labs and working closely with research staff and students on various sponsored projects.
Michigan Tech attracts world-class faculty and staff who enrich the educational experience of smart, motivated, and adventurous students. Applicants who are committed to promoting a sense of belonging and contributing to an equitable and inclusive learning environment for all are strongly encouraged to apply (https://www.mtu.edu/diversity-inclusion/).
Responsibilities
- • Operate various bench-scale and pilot-scale mineral processing and hydrometallurgical unit operations including froth flotation, grinding, atmospheric leaching, high-pressure oxidative leaching, chemical precipitation, vacuum filtration, pressure filtration, drying, ion exchange, rotary evaporation, centrifuge, and many other unit operations.
• Responsible for material and supply acquisition.
• Work closely with mechanic staff on equipment repair and maintenance.
• Assist a team of research scholars and graduate students during pilotscale trials.
• Record, organize, and preserve the data.
• Develop, review, and keep records of job safety analysis documents.
• Apply safety-related knowledge, skills, and practices to everyday work and commit to learning about continuous improvement strategies and applying them to everyday work.
Required Education, Certifications, Licensures
BS in Metallurgical Engineering, Mineral Processing, Chemical Engineering, or closely relevant areas.
Required Experience
Experience in operating bench-scale wet experiments in a laboratory setting.
Desirable Education and/or Experience
3 years of working experience in mineral processing and metallurgical laboratories.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities
Knowledge in mineral processing engineering and hydrometallurgy.
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Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities
• Demonstrated knowledge in mineral processing and hydrometallurgy.
• Skilled in operating various lab-scale mineral processing and hydrometallurgy unit operations.
• An ability to work with a team of research staff and students to operate pilotscale operations.
• Proven problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Demonstrated success in, or potential future contributions to, working with persons from diverse backgrounds, creating a sense of belonging, and fostering a fair, objective, welcoming place to work for persons with a wide variety of personal characteristics and viewpoints.
Language, Mathematics and/or Reasoning Skills
Work Environment and/or Physical Demands
Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment
Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following 4 required trainings; additional training may be required by the department.
Required University Training:
Employee Safety Overview
Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training
Annual Data Security Training
Annual Title IX Training
Background Check:
Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed.
Other Conditions of Employment:
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) % (1=100%)
1
FLSA Status
Exempt
Appointment Term
12 months
Shift
1st Shift
Pay Rate/Salary
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Title of Position Supervisor
Associate Professor
Posting Type
Internal & External
Dependent on Funding
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants (if applicable)
Applicants should upload a cover letter that includes relevant experience and a curriculum vitae/resume.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Professor Lei Pan directly (email: leipan@mtu.edu)
Additional Information
Michigan Technological University, one of the four major research universities in the State of Michigan, is located in Michigan's Upper Peninsula adjacent to Lake Superior. The community offers a small-town environment with outstanding four-season recreational opportunities. Michigan Tech is located in Houghton, Ml on the south shore of Lake Superior.
Michigan Tech is proud to be an ADVANCE Institution that has thrice received National Science Foundation support to increase diversity, inclusion, and the participation and advancement of women and underrepresented individuals in STEM.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
If you require any auxiliary aids, services, or accommodations during Michigan Tech’s hiring process please notify the Human Resources office at 906-487-2280 or hr-help@mtu.edu.
Required Education, Certifications, Licensures* (minimum requirements)
Advertised: 05 Sep 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
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