Student Assistant - Undergraduate Student Researcher at the Araci Lab

Position Title:

Student Assistant - Undergraduate Student Researcher at the Araci Lab

Position Type:

Student (Fixed Term)

Hiring Range:

$18.25/hour

Pay Frequency:

Hourly

A) POSITION PURPOSE
The Araci lab in the School of Engineering is seeking a motivated undergraduate student researcher to
conduct research on capillaric strain sensors and actuators. The researcher will perform experimental
and computational research at the nexus of microfluidics, biomechanics, and electronics for the
development of devices that synergistically work under the control of human activities.

B) ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
a. Design and fabricate microfluidic devices.
b. Model and simulate mechanical and microfluidic devices.
c. Conduct literature reviews and stay updated on advancements in microfluidics.
d. Perform experiments with human subjects.
e. Develop wireless electronic sensing strategies.
f. Document methodologies, results, and findings through detailed reports,
presentations, and publications.
g. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including faculty, staff, students, and
external partners, as required.
h. Perform other research-related duties as assigned.

C) PROVIDES WORK DIRECTION
a. May mentor other undergraduate students working on related research projects.
b. May coordinate tasks with collaborators to ensure alignment with project goals.

D) GENERAL GUIDELINES
a. Adhere to lab policies and safety practices while working in the lab.
b. Prepare and submit reports and articles in a timely manner.
c. Maintain clear and effective communication with project stakeholders.

E) QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be matriculated in a Santa Clara
University undergraduate program and able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The
items below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and experience
required or preferred. This position requires the ability to effectively establish and maintain
cooperative working relationships within a diverse multicultural environment.

a. Knowledge
i. Knowledge in fundamentals mechanical and electrical engineering.
ii. Hands-on experience in photolithography and soft lithography.
iii. Advanced knowledge of material characterization.
iv. Understanding of strain actuated microfluidic devices.

b. Skills
i. Proficiency in design softwares AutoCAD and Solidworks
ii. Experience in COMSOL Multiphysics software
iii. Ability to design experiments and analyze data.
iv. Excellent technical writing and communication skills for preparing
reports, publications, and presentations.
v. Ability to perform Digital Image Correlation based strain analysis.

c. Abilities
i. Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
ii. Capable of designing and executing computational experiments with minimal
supervision.
iii. Capacity to meet deadlines and adapt to evolving research priorities.

d. Education
i. Coursework or research experience in biomechanics, microfluidics and
wearable biodevices is preferred.

e. Experience
Experience is a function of any specific requirements for the particular project to
which a student may be assigned.
i. Experience with capillaric strain sensors.
ii. Experience in publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals is
preferred.

F. PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In accordance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, the California Fair Employment & Housing Act,
and all other applicable laws, SCU provides reasonable accommodations for qualified
persons with disabilities. A qualified individual is a person who meets skill, experience,
education, or other requirements of the position, and who can perform the essential functions
of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

i. Primarily laboratory work using various microfabrication and characterization
tools and instrument.
ii. Occasional travel to conferences or meetings as needed.

G) WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an
employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
i. Office and microfabrication laboratory settings.
ii. Collaborative work with diverse teams and stakeholders.

EEO Statement
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972
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