Part-Time Research Assistant- Engineering

Penn State University Park · Posted 6h ago · $15/hr

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At a glance

Pay: $15/hr
Location: Penn State University Park, United States
Work type: Onsite
Category: Engineering

Part-time research support in Electrical Engineering at Penn State University Park, focusing on virtual/augmented reality, mixed reality testbed construction, data collection from participants, and collaboration with graduate students/postdocs. 15 hours per week, through Fall 2026 with possible extension. Starts at $15/hour.

What they are looking for

Virtual realityAugmented realityMixed realityData collection

Location: Penn State University Park, United States of America

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Department of Electrical Engineering is seeking applicants for part-time job of research support under the direction of Dr. Bin Li.

Job duties to include

Work on virtual/augmented reality

Collaborate with graduate students/postdoc

Data collection from participants

Work on mixed reality testbed construction, evaluation, and demonstration

Requirements, qualifications, and/or competencies

Understanding of Virtual reality research

Schedule

15 hours per week

Will run through Fall 2026 semester with possibility of extending through Spring 2027 semester

Compensation

The starting rate for this job is $15/hour

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