TEMPORARY TECHNICAL - Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering #00052021

Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

This summer research internship is designed for a motivated high school student interested in pursuing a degree in biomedical engineering. The program provides hands-on exposure to laboratory research and introduces fundamental concepts in biomaterials, tissue engineering, and medical device development. The primary goal is to help the student understand the research process from idea to experimentation and data interpretation.

The internship will take place in the Biofabrication and Functional Materials Lab (BFF Lab) located in the Missouri Protoplex facility at Missouri University of Science and Technology, under supervision of Dr. Fateme Fayyazbakhsh, Assistant Professor at the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. The student will be exposed to a multidisciplinary research environment focused on biomaterials, 3D bioprinting, and translational biomedical applications.

Learning Objectives:

• Understanding the overall research workflow, including problem definition, experimental design, and data analysis
• Gain exposure to research methodology and laboratory best practices
• Develop basic skills in data handling and introductory statistical analysis
• Learn fundamental cell culture techniques (under supervision)
• Gain hands-on experience with basic physical characterization methods
• Introduction to mechanical characterization and rheological behavior of soft materials

Responsibilities

• Assist graduate and undergraduate students and lab members with ongoing experiments
• Maintain accurate and organized lab notes
• Participate in group meetings and discussions
• Support basic sample preperation and testing and lab cleaning
• Complete a short final presentation or summary of their experience
  

• High school student with strong interest in biomedical engineering or related fields
• Strong motivation to learn and engage in a research environment
• Good communication and organizational skills
• Ability to follow safety protocols and work under supervision

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $15.50 hourly.

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual's particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: MKT
University Title: TEMPORARY TECHNICAL
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Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.

Visa Sponsorship Information:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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