research assistant

The Peters Research Group develops tools to assess and manage contaminants in occupational and environmental settings. We are hiring a research assistant for the duties, which include-

50% running experiments to evaluate an electrostatic precipitator for real-time collection and measurement of bioaerosols.

30% literature search on novel ways to rapidly measure aerosol in liquid.

20% writing results of the experiments and the literature search.

Required qualifications:

BS with courses in Physics, Organic Chemistry, and Statistics

Ability to troubleshoot issues

Ability to interpret data, recognize abnormal results

Effective written and oral communication

Desired qualifications:

Experience with R programming language, Excel, Word, Endnote

Proficiency in calibrating, maintaining, and troubleshooting complex laboratory analytical instruments

Rate of pay: $16.00 per hour

Work hours: 8 am - 5 pm

Percent effort: 75 - 100% time

Dates of appointment: May - August 2026