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Student Research Assistant (Up to 2 Positions) - Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering

Competition Number:
134S19
Position Type:
Student Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Faculty of Sustainable Design and Engineering
Position:
Student Research Assistant
Contract:
Hours of Work:
Up to 20 hours per week
Salary:

$12.25 plus 4% vacation pay

Term:

January 2020– April 2020 (with the possibility of extension)

Dr. Bishnu Acharya in the Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering is looking for a research assistant to work on a project that focuses on waste valorization to biochar and its application in conductive polymer and energy storage. Supporting the need for growing bio-based material, the research assistant will be responsible for conducting literature review of existing knowledge, develop methodology and conduct experiments. The candidate should be able to work individually as well as in a team environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Conduct detailed literature search on biocarbon application for energy storage and conductive polymers
  • Develop research plan with detailed methodology
  • Conduct experiments, analyze data and write manuscript

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Conduct detailed literature search on biocarbon application for energy storage and conductive polymers
  • Develop research plan with detailed methodology
  • Conduct experiments, analyze data and write manuscript
  •  Have experience in solid-state physics or biophysics or biomass valorization
  • Knowledge of different analytical equipment
  • Preference will be given to qualified candidates with previous research experiences, ability to write clearly and concisely in English for academic purposes and skills at attending to detail in research and writing

Please submit a 1 page research statement in addition to your cover letter, resume and reference list.

Priority will be given to University of Prince Edward Island students in accordance with Recruitment, Selection, Hiring and Employment Policies and the Procedures manual.

 

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link posted on the UPEI Human Resources website. Applications will not be accepted via email.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number (902) 894-2895.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Prince Edward Island is committed to gender equity in employment.

Only those applicants who are invited to an interview will be acknowledged.

UPEI encourages all qualified applicants to apply for job openings; however, in keeping with the terms and provisions of the university’s various employment and collective agreements, first priority will be given to internal candidates.