The Mechanical Adaptation Laboratory has job openings for undergraduate research assistants. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, March 8th.
Project description
This project focuses on developing tissue-engineering technologies to study bone mechanical environment. These findings will ultimately help improving clinical outcomes related to unloading related bone-loss in astronauts, aged individuals with osteoporosis.
Job Description
The Mechanical Adaptations Laboratory is seeking motivated individuals to design experimental apparatus that will fly to International Space Station on Earth’s Orbit. Students will work with other team members to gain expertise in state-of-the-art technology, including Finite Element Modeling, 3D Printing of Biological Materials, Biomechanical Testing, Microscopy, Bioreactor technology and cell culture. Our team is working with a professional engineering firm to implement the orbit modules. This will be a perfect opportunity to gain experience on working with professionals towards a high importance
deliverables.
Excellent candidates will currently be at least a sophomore in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Material Science) and Science (Physics, Biological Sciences, Chemistry) that are hardworking, well organized with a positive work attitude.
Website: Mechanical Adaptations Laboratory
Hours
Full-time in summer 2023 (40 hours / week)
Part-time in fall 2023 / spring 2024 (~15 hours / week)
To Apply
Send your resume, unofficial transcript, and a brief cover letter to Gunes Uzer (gunesuzer@boisestate.edu). We will contact selected students for an interview shortly after the application deadline.
Application Due: March 8th
Start date: May 2023
End date: April 2024 (with potential for longer employment)