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RESEARCH ASST I (Student/Work Study)

University of Michigan
Flint, MI Part Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/14/2026
Job Summary

The candidate is required to print different plastic/metal materials using 3D printer and test them in a tensile testing machine to obtain the stress-strain curve and fit the data into available hyperplastic models. Also, the candidate is required to use Ansys software for evaluating the new models.

Responsibilities*

  • Print different plastic/metal materials using 3D printer
  • Test prints in a tensile testing machine to obtain the stress-strain curve
  • Fit the data into available hyperplastic models.
  • Use Ansys software for evaluating the new models.


Required Qualifications*

  • Research assistant must be an undergraduate student.
  • Research assistant must have knowledge in using CAD software such as SolidWorks.
  • Research assistant must have knowledge in using Ansys software and 3D printers.


Desired Qualifications*

  • Some knowledge in using ANSYS software and image processing.
  • Mechanical Engineering student preferred.


Modes of Work

Onsite

The work requires, or the supervisor approves a fully onsite presence. Onsite is defined as a designated U-M owned or leased work location within or outside of the State of Michigan

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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