Human Resources

Summary

Professor Lei Pan's group at Michigan Technological University is seeking a research technician to advance both circular economy and sustainability of critical raw materials from both primary resource and secondary resources. This position will be working within MTU's upgraded mineral processing and hydrometallurgy labs and working closely with research staff and students on various sponsored projects.

Michigan Tech attracts world-class faculty and staff who enrich the educational experience of smart, motivated, and adventurous students. Applicants who are committed to promoting a sense of belonging and contributing to an equitable and inclusive learning environment for all are strongly encouraged to apply (https://www.mtu.edu/diversity-inclusion/).

Responsibilities 

• • Operate various bench-scale and pilot-scale mineral processing and hydrometallurgical unit operations including froth flotation, grinding, atmospheric leaching, high-pressure oxidative leaching, chemical precipitation, vacuum filtration, pressure filtration, drying, ion exchange, rotary evaporation, centrifuge, and many other unit operations.
  • Responsible for material and supply acquisition.
  • Work closely with mechanic staff on equipment repair and maintenance.
  • Assist a team of research scholars and graduate students during pilot­scale trials.
  • Record, organize, and preserve the data.
  • Develop, review, and keep records of job safety analysis documents.
  • Apply safety-related knowledge, skills, and practices to everyday work and commit to learning about continuous improvement strategies and applying them to everyday work.

Required Education, Certifications, Licensures

• BS in Metallurgical Engineering, Mineral Processing, Chemical Engineering, or closely relevant areas.

Required Experience

• Experience in operating bench-scale wet experiments in a laboratory setting.

Desirable Education and/or Experience

• 3 years of working experience in mineral processing and metallurgical laboratories.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

• Knowledge in mineral processing engineering and hydrometallurgy.
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Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge in mineral processing and hydrometallurgy.
• Skilled in operating various lab-scale mineral processing and hydrometallurgy unit operations.
• An ability to work with a team of research staff and students to operate pilot­scale operations.
• Proven problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Demonstrated success in, or potential future contributions to, working with persons from diverse backgrounds, creating a sense of belonging, and fostering a fair, objective, welcoming place to work for persons with a wide variety of personal characteristics and viewpoints. 

Language, Mathematics and/or Reasoning Skills

Work Environment and/or Physical Demands

Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment

Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following 4 required trainings; additional training may be required by the department.

Required University Training:

• Employee Safety Overview

• Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training

• Annual Data Security Training 

• Annual Title IX Training

Background Check:

Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed.

Other Conditions of Employment:

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.

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FLSA Status

Exempt

Appointment Term

12 months

Shift

1st Shift

Pay Rate/Salary

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Title of Position Supervisor

Associate Professor

Posting Type

Dependent on Funding

Special Instructions to Applicants (if applicable)

Applicants should upload a cover letter that includes relevant experience and a curriculum vitae/resume.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Professor Lei Pan directly (email: leipan@mtu.edu)

Additional Information

Michigan Technological University, one of the four major research universities in the State of Michigan, is located in Michigan's Upper Peninsula adjacent to Lake Superior. The community offers a small-town environment with outstanding four-season recreational opportunities. Michigan Tech is located in Houghton, Ml on the south shore of Lake Superior.

Michigan Tech is proud to be an ADVANCE Institution that has thrice received National Science Foundation support to increase diversity, inclusion, and the participation and advancement of women and underrepresented individuals in STEM.