Undergraduate Project Assistant -MRSEC
Apply now(opens in a new window) Job No: 509506 Division/Organization: College of Engineering Department: Materials Science & Engineering Job Type: UW Student Jobs Remote Eligbility: Not Remote Location: ENGINEERING CENTERS BUILDINGSalary/Wage Range or Lump Sum: $14.00 Job Categories: Leadership, Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Teamwork/Collaboration, Education and Training, STEM, Graduate Assistant-Programs/Projects
Department Overview:
The Materials Research Science and Engineering Center's Education and Outreach group integrates the discovery of new knowledge in materials science with creation of research-inspired educational materials, innovative programs that broaden participation in STEM fields, industry outreach to promote economic advancement, and professional development opportunities that train the next-generation US workforce.
Anticipated Start Date:
9/22/2025
Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):
Remote Work Eligibility Detail:
Not Remote
Anticipated Hours Per Week:
Minimum: 10 Maximum: 10
Schedule:
Will work with MRSEC Education staff to create a consistent, but flexible weekly schedule based on student needs.
Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum:
Minimum: $14.00 Maximum: $14.00
Number of Positions:
1
Qualifications:
UW-Madison student (preferable 2nd or 3rd year in related program)
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :
It would be helpful to the work done in development of educational outreach materials, to have experience in the Innovation lab (Makerspace) as many of our materials are novel and based on ideas in collaboration with MRSEC lab teams. Also should have basic chemistry and physics knowledge (through introductory chemistry and physics courses), knowledge of engineering principles and design process is also a plus. Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, and preferred experience in Wordpress, Adobe Suite is beneficial but not required. Experience with building tools also a plus. Training provided. Knowledge of Spanish is also beneficial, but not required.
Position Summary/Job Duties:
Helping to design, build, and test educational activities inspired by the cutting-edge research in the center. Helping at large outreach events and occasionally, smaller ones. This can include set up and take down, organizing volunteers, ensuring all outreach materials are available and functioning, and engaging and communicating science and engineering to public audiences of all ages. Keeping development lab and resource room organized, inventoried and readily accessible for education team.
Physical Demands:
Lifting up to 25 lbs, ability to work with hands to design, build and test new activities, at large events, there will be standing for long periods of time.
Institutional Statements:
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
UW-Madison is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer committed to increasing the diversity of our workforce.
Institutional Statement on Diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background-people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
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Accommodation Statement:
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website:https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/
Advertised: September 05, 2025 09:00 AM Applications close: September 15, 2025 11:55 PM
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