About the role#
Space Dynamics Laboratory is looking for a student to join the team as a Lab Assistant. This role offers hands-on experience through the Student Scholar Program, which includes technical workshops and outreach activities. You will work in a cleanroom environment supporting contamination control and aerospace hardware maintenance.
What you'll do#
- Assist with laboratory-wide contamination control activities.
- Perform chemical and thermal vacuum laboratory tasks.
- Conduct chemical analysis and materials testing.
- Handle precision cleaning of aerospace hardware.
- Stock and maintain cleanroom and laboratory supplies.
- Work 15-20 hours per week during the school year and 30-40 hours per week during the summer.
- Lift up to 50 lbs and reach overhead as needed.
- Use Personal Protective Equipment in a cleanroom setting.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment at Utah State University in chemistry, physics, or a related field.
- At least one year of school remaining.
- U.S. citizenship or status as a lawful permanent resident.
- Ability to apply safe laboratory practices.
- Strong aptitude for lab work and applying basic principles of chemistry and physics.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Self-motivation and the ability to follow through on tasks.
- Successful completion of general chemistry lecture and lab is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: North Logan, Utah.
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, part-time position with a rolling term.
About Space Dynamics Laboratory
Space Dynamics Laboratory is a nonprofit organization established in 1959 and headquartered in North Logan, Utah. With a staff of between 1,001 and 5,000 employees, the entity functions as a University Affiliated Research Center for Utah State University. The laboratory specializes in the development of small satellites, electro-optical sensors, ground stations, and data calibration systems for the defense and space manufacturing sectors. Its personnel manage projects through the entire lifecycle, ranging from initial design to final mission delivery.
