Job Description
Job Description
We are seeking a motivated Research Assistant to support experimental activities in materials research through process optimization, workflow development and prototype-related tasks.
- Process Optimization & Workflow Development
- Help refine and optimize fabrication procedures, including standardizing steps and organizing parameters.
- Develop structured experimental workflows, checklists, and documentation to improve reproducibility.
- Assist in preparing and updating detailed procedural guides, diagrams, and SOPs.
- Identify gaps in existing processes and propose improvements to efficiency and consistency.
- Track sample preparation, experimental sequences, and process variations.
- Prototype Development Support
- Assist in assembling and preparing experimental materials, soft devices, fibers, or related prototypes.
- Support scaling experiments, repeatability studies, and parameter tuning.
- Conduct basic stability or performance monitoring tasks.
- Organize and label prototypes or samples for testing.
- Assist in troubleshooting simple issues in experimental setups.
- Experimental Support Tasks
- Perform basic measurements and data collection.
- Prepare samples for testing workflows.
- Carry out routine checks on equipment, tools, and work areas.
- Help with maintaining well-structured records of experimental conditions and results.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or other relevant Engineering fields.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to structure workflows and manage process optimization.
- Responsible, proactive, and willing to learn and coordinate experimental procedures.
Preferred
- Experience in structured research environments or procedural documentation.
- Familiarity with materials fabrication, soft devices, fibers, or prototyping.
- Ability to write clear technical notes or step-by-step instructions.
- Interest in process refinement and translational research.
More Information
Location: Kent Ridge Campus
Organization: College of Design and Engineering
Department : Materials Science and Engineering
Employee Referral Eligible: No
Job requisition ID : 31203
