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Critical Materials Lab Tech
Job Posting: September 26, 2024
Posting Classification: Research Corporation
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Schedule: Full-time
This
role plays a pivotal part in advancing the ongoing exploration of rare
earth elements (REE) and critical materials (CM) from non-traditional
sources, notably acid mine drainage. Responsibilities encompass
conducting crucial bench-scale laboratory experiments, overseeing
treatment systems operation, and meticulously documenting laboratory
test results pertinent to the separation and retrieval of REE and CM.
Moreover, this role contributes significantly to project technical
reporting, proposal formulation, and ensures the execution of all tasks
in adherence to health and safety protocols. Its significance extends to
the prosperous realization of various Department of Energy (DOE) and
Department of Defense (DOD) funded initiatives.
Student Positions
WVWRI is always seeking hard-working student researchers to assist with ongoing projects through field and lab assistance, data entry and processing, writing, and more. If you're interested in our work, consider completing WVU's Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) or Research Apprenticeship Program (RAP) program with us. WVWRI also posts openings for Federal Work Study and hourly student worker positions for undergraduate and graduate levels.