OVERVIEWWe are seeking a graduate intern who will have some experience with processing of synthetic or natural biopolymer into fibers, using techniques such as wet spinning, dry spinning or electrospinning. Experience with design of smart textile would be beneficial, as would work with nanomaterials and/or flexible electronics and sensors.
Stipend -- up to $3600/per monthMust work 3 consecutive monthsHousing will be provided at the Wright State University student facilitiesMust complete the internship between 1 April 2024-31 March 2025WHAT YOU WILL DOSupport next generation fibers for textiles that will be based on a merger of biomimetic functionality and synthetically derived features to produce game changing attributes such as sense and respond, directional thermal control, environmental reporting, and human state awareness. It is imperative that the intern maintains a safe work environment and follows common laboratory safety policies. Productive and professional collaboration with laboratory and other personnel is also required.
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU WILL BRINGMinimum Qualifications:
This position may involve working within a government facility and requires U.S. CitizenshipReliable, self-motivated, hard-working, and detail-orientedB.S. Biotechnology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, textilesM.S. (or equivalent experience) in Biotechnology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, textilesProficiency in chemical laboratory techniquesStrong organizational skills and the ability to follow directions.Preferred Experience:
Design of smart textilesNanomaterialsFlexible electronics and sensorsCLEARANCENone
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