Position: Undergraduate Research Assistant
Smart Materials and Systems Laboratory (SMSL)
Boise State University
Application Due: Active until the position is filled
Start Date: Immediately
End Date: Summer 2024 (renewal based on performance)
Research Scope
The student will work together with researchers from Idaho National Laboratory and develop a test rig to evaluate linear variable differential transformers (LVDTs) inside nuclear reactors. Job responsibilities include:
- Use SolidWorks to design a test rig to characterize the thermal expansion in LVDTs
- Simulate the LVDT performance at high temperatures using finite element software
- Complete test rig assembly and data collection at Idaho National Laboratory
Job Description
(Training will be provided)
- Be a sophomore or junior undergraduate
- Ability to commit at 10-40 hours per week in the laboratory uninterrupted
- Currently owns or has a plan to get the machine shop tags
- Familiar with SolidWorks
Hours:
Part-time during Spring/Fall semesters (>15 hours/week)
Full-time in Summer (20-40 hours/week)
Pay rate: $12-$20/hour
If Interested
Send your resume and unofficial transcript to Dr. Zhangxian Deng (zhangxiandeng@boisestate.edu).