FACULTY POSITION
Department
of Materials Science and Engineering
The Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science
University of California, Los Angeles
The Department of Materials Science
and Engineering at UCLA invites applications for a faculty position in
which the emphasis will be on creating new materials for civil engineering
applications. This is a full-time ladder faculty position at the
Assistant/Associate Professor level. Of particular interest are
candidates who have demonstrated outstanding research on cementitious
materials. The individual appointed to the position should have a
record of journal publications in the field along with teaching and/or
industrial experience. The candidate’s appointment will be in the
Department of Materials Science and Engineering, although a joint
appointment in the Civil and Environmental Engineering Department will
also be possible. In addition, the successful candidate will be
considered for a term chair. All qualified applicants are encouraged
to apply, including minorities and women.
Applicants should send their resume, list of
publications, a research/teaching plan and the names of three referees to:
Search Committee in Cementitious Materials
Department of Materials Science and Engineering
6531
Boelter Hall
University of California, Los Angeles
P.O.
Box 951595
Los
Angeles, CA 90095-1595
Applicants may also send their resume, list of
publications, a research/teaching plan and the names of three referees by
e-mail to:
materials@seas.ucla.edu
The
University of California, Los Angeles is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Employer.
FACULTY
POSITIONS
Department
of Materials Science and Engineering
The Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science
University of California, Los Angeles
The
Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of
California, Los Angeles, invites applications for tenure-track faculty
position(s) in the following areas:
Exceptional candidates in other areas of materials
research will also be considered. Candidates must have
demonstrated outstanding originality, ability, and breadth through
research accomplishments. They should also demonstrate the potential
for excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level.
Please send resume, references, and information on
research and career interests to:
Faculty
Recruiting Committee.
Department
of Materials Science and Engineering
6532
Boelter Hall
University
of California, Los Angeles,
Los
Angeles, CA 90095-1595
www.seas.ucla.edu/ms/
UCLA is an Equal
Opportunity Employer.
Internship Opportunities at Boeing for
Summer 2008
Boeing Commercial Airplanes’ department of Material & Process
Technology (M&PT) has several challenging opportunities for
internships in all engineering disciplines during the summer of 2008. The
positions are located in the Puget Sound area of Washington state. For
details see the following flyers: M
and PT 0907.pdf or M and PT
2 0907.pdf
Volt Technical Resources (Nov 2007)
We have a position open for a recent or upcoming graduate with a degree
in Material Engineering.
The job description is minimal…..reporting to a Sr. Engr. Responsible
for documentation per Engineering procedures. Testing, validation, process
improvements. Ability to read drawings. Prototyping extrusion and
elastomer experience or knowledge is a plus.
It is an entry level position with the ability to take direction from
the Sr. Engineer and adapt to the environment while learning new tasks.
Must work full time. Location is San Marcos CA. Rate is approx. $17 per
hr.
Please contact me by phone or email with a resume of any experience,
but with emphasis on educational accomplishments and GPA.
Patt Platt Technical Recruiter
Volt Technical Resources 5927 Priestly Drive, Suite 111 | Carlsbad, CA
92008 <mailto:pplatt@volt.com>pplatt@volt.com | t: 760.692.1700
| f: 760.692.1708
New Position,
Available immediately
(One position open. Title and salary dependent on
Qualifications)
Asst. Laboratory Manager
Laboratory Technician
Laboratory Assistant
Small private company located in Los
Angeles area serving the metals manufacturing business. This is a
hands-on, high production environment where accuracy and speed of analysis
are valued qualities.
Responsibilities:
Uses analytical balance, moisture analyzer, AA Spectrometer, Assay
Furnaces, ICP-OES
Hands on, high production laboratory.
Weighs test samples. Prepares test samples for determining Cu, Be, base
metals and for fire assay.
Maintains sample identity.
Protects integrity of samples, proofs and reagents.
Keeps work area neat and orderly.
Works with health and safety in mind.
Handles flux correctly. Knows essentials of the lead assay.
Runs trial assays on unknown samples.
Evaluates and uses results. Consults with Laboratory Manager when results
indicate a non-routine assay.
Uses results of trial assays to optimize sample size, silver addition and
flux composition for final assays.
Performs under the direction of the Laboratory Manager.
Assay fusions , Cupellations, Gold parting.
Preparation of solutions for Au, Pt, and Pd determination by ICP, AAS.
Determines Au, Pt, Pd, Ag by ICP, XRD, XRF.
Uses the modified fire assay, tin collection, direct dissolution and
sodium peroxide fusion for PGM assay.
Makes preliminary evaluations of reasonableness of assays and agreement
among replicate assays.
Reports all nonconformance and discrepancies to Laboratory Manager.
The employee may be required to follow
other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as
requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.
Qualifications
Associates Degree, BS or MS in Materials Science or related science field.
Possess physical agility to use balances, assay furnaces, fume hoods, hot
plates, acids, chemicals, etc.
Possess physical strength to lift 30 lbs.
Possess ability to understand the language of assaying and chemical
analysis.
Possess ability to understand and carry out written and verbal
instructions.
Possess ability to communicate with supervisor and fellow workers. Is easy
to train. Takes notes.
Possess the ability and judgment to evaluate performance. Asks for help
when he/she needs it.
Possess good organizational and mathematical skills.
(April 2008)
If you want to work on the latest technology and take your career to
the next level … join our Team!
HITCO is seeking Materials Process Engineers to
support technology and innovation efforts on advanced ceramic composites
for use in military, aerospace, and commercial applications. This is an
exciting, rapidly advancing technology, allowing for a dynamic work
setting and a strong potential for growth within the corporate structure.
We require a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in materials or mechanical
engineering with 3 years experience in materials manufacturing and/or
research & development. Excellent communication skills and a
willingness to work well in a team are required to support all efforts.
Organizational skills and the ability to communicate ideas through
presentations and participation in technical meetings are required. This
position may require up to 15% international travel. You must be willing
to provide evidence that you are legally able to work inside the United
States.
HITCO is located in sunny Gardena, California and was
founded in 1922. It manufactures advanced composite materials primarily
for aerospace and defense applications. HITCO is part of the SGL Carbon
Group Carbon Fibers and Composites (CFC) Business Unit. With around 30
production sites in Europe, North America, and Asia as well as a service
network covering more than 100 countries, the SGL Carbon Group is a
company with a global presence with over 5000 employees and worldwide
sales in excess of $2.0 billion. The SGL family focuses on creating
innovative solutions and value for its customers, relying on core
competencies and on a company philosophy of Excellence.
For consideration, please visit our website and apply
online:
www.HITCO.com
(May 2008)
Analyst
Boston, MA and San Francisco, CA
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Analysts are the bedrock of the Lux Research team, conducting the
primary and secondary research that powers the firms' research reports
and consulting engagements. Analysts spend most of their time conducting
primary research interviews with executives, researchers, and thought
leaders; chasing down data points; analyzing quantitative data;
concocting creative ways to present data and ideas visually; and helping
manage the operations of a rapidly-growing, geographically-dispersed
team. Analysts take on significant client-facing responsibilities
commensurate with their experience and growth.
Responsibilities:
* Work with a team of expert Analysts and Senior Analysts to develop
and test research hypotheses and prepare findings for clients.
* Conduct primary interviews for written research reports, including
developing and executing sets of interviews with senior-level
executives at large corporations, technology start-ups, and other
organizations.
* Conduct secondary research drawing on diverse sources, including
business and trade press, academic publications, patent filings,
and conference presentations.
* Produce written research reports, including creative visual
depictions of data and ideas.
* Manage client deliverables and interactions.
* Help develop and launch new client service offerings.
* Develop a network of contacts and relationships among business and
scientific leaders in emerging technologies.
Requirements:
* Minimum two years work or postgraduate experience with a
background or experience in one or more of the following:
materials science, chemistry, physics, chemical engineering,
electrical engineering, mechanical engineering,
aerospace/aeronautics engineering, or biomedical engineering
* Deep intellectual curiosity about emerging technologies.
* Willingness to do whatever it takes to meet client needs in a
fast-moving, rapidly growing, start-up environment.
* Entrepreneurial, enthusiastic, collegial, and collaborative
approach to work.
* High degree of organization and attention to detail; ability to
juggle multiple tasks.
* Ability to write clearly and incisively about business and
technical topics.
* Superior listening and critical thinking skills, and ability to
speak articulately and think on your feet; a good sense of humor
is a major plus.
* Strong analytical skill, both qualitative and quantitative.
* A strong record of academic achievement. Bachelor's degree
required; Master's degree or Ph.D. is a plus.
* Fluency in spoken and written Mandarin or Korean is a huge plus;
Western European or Middle Eastern language skills are also
desirable.
* Excellent office software skills and ability to touch type
Please send resume to
careers@luxresearchinc.com. Please place the name of position you
are applying for in the subject line and incorporate cover letter as
part of the body of e-mail.
Research Associate
Boston, MA and San Francisco, CA
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The Research Associate role is an entry-level position on the Lux
Research team. Research Associates map the landscape of innovation in
emerging technologies to help clients make better decisions about
investments, partnerships, and strategy. They spend most of their time
identifying and analyzing patents, scientific publications, and
financial transactions, drawing on this work to develop and maintain a
structured database. Research Associates also manage the process of
inviting companies and research labs to brief the Lux Research team, and
help to produce the weekly Lux Research Journal intelligence service.
Responsibilities:
* Conduct secondary research drawing on diverse sources, including
business and trade press articles, scientific publications, patent
filings, and conference presentations.
* Maintain a pipeline of briefings with senior executives at
innovative companies as well as leaders of cutting-edge university
and government labs.
* Author descriptive documents that profile the emerging technology
activities of start-up companies, large corporations, and research
laboratories.
* Assist with the production of research reports and other client
deliverables.
* Help manage the operations of a rapidly-growing,
geographically-dispersed team.
Requirements:
* Undergraduate degree with outstanding record of academic
achievement and a major in the physical sciences, engineering, or
operations research. One to two years of work experience is a plus.
* Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail; ability
to juggle multiple tasks.
* Deep intellectual curiosity about emerging technologies.
* Willingness to do whatever it takes to meet client needs in a
fast-moving, rapidly growing, start-up environment.
* Entrepreneurial, enthusiastic, collegial, and collaborative
approach to work.
* Ability to write clearly about business and technical topics.
* Fluency in spoken and written Mandarin or Korean is a huge plus;
Western European or Middle Eastern language skills are also
desirable.
* Excellent office software skills and ability to touch type.
Please send resume to
careers@luxresearchinc.com. Please place the name of position you
are applying for in the subject line and incorporate cover letter as
part of the body of e-mail.
Department
of Materials Science and Engineering
