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Student Research Assistant - Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering

Competition Number:
64S21
Position Type:
Student Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Faculty of Sustainable Design Engineering
Position:
Student Research Assistant
Contract:
Hours of Work:
Up to 10 hours per week
Salary:

$13.00 per hour (plus 4% vacation pay)

Term:

May – August 20, 2021

A research assistant position (up to 10 hr/wk) is available for an undergraduate engineering student with interest in the development of re-usable masks. The objective of this project is to develop processes for rapid design, development and manufacturing of personalized re-usable N95-level masks. The student will work under the supervision of Drs. Ali Ahmadi, Grant McSorely and Nicholas Krouglicof, and will receive training in the areas of rapid prototyping, rheological characterization and medical instrumentation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The student will work on the following tasks:

  • Test a wide range of materials including silicone with varying Shore numbers (30-70) to achieve the required flexibility and seal
  • Develop methods for fabrication of casts according to the 3D scan of an individual’s headform

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Previous experience with Solidworks and 3D printing
  • Proficiency in technical writing is required

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 student candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and full-time international students with a valid study permit will be given priority.

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.