Temporary-Comfort Research Technician

Posting Number:

PG192404TM

Position Number:

18ADLF02

Position Type:

Temporary

Essential Job Duties:

The Textile Protection and Comfort Center (TPACC) is in search of a part time Research Technician to assist in comfort testing and research within the TPACC comfort labs. This person would be responsible for assisting TPACC staff with experiments in hand evaluation testing, moisture management testing, insulation and evaporative resistance testing, thermal sweating manikin testing, and human physiological studies. In addition to running test equipment, minor and basic repair to equipment will also be needed along with assistance in keeping the lab clean and free of clutter.
Training on the use, maintenance, and repair of the equipment will be provided.

Is Time Limited:

No

Job City & State:

Raleigh, NC

Department:

Textile Protection and Comfort Center

Classification Title:

Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional

Working Title:

Temporary-Comfort Research Technician

Work Schedule:

20 to 30 hours a week

Department Required Skills:

• Must be a US citizen or green card holder
• Must be proficient in Excel and Word
• Must be able to physically able to dress a static manikin with little difficulty
• Must be mechanically incline and able to make minor repairs to equipment

Per federal funding requirements, US Citizenship or Permanent Residence is required for this position.Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education:

• Able to manually lift a dressed manikin (80 lbs) and place on a stand
• Understand basic heat transfer or has experience in moisture management testing

Required License or Certification:

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required?:

Yes

Commercial Driver's License Required?:

No

Anticipated Hiring Range:

$20 per hour

Job Open Date:

03/11/2022

Quick Link:

https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/159345

AA/EEO:

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