Undergraduate Research Position

Current Students: If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Workday Internal Jobs Site for Students Position Title: Undergraduate Research Position Job Category: Student Hourly Job Profile: Student Help Job Summary: A research position is available for the Academic Year, 2026-27 in Dr.

Amirfakhri’s research group. Position Type: Part-time in the summer; part-time during academic year, 2-8 hours/week.

Compensation

$17/hour Location: Science Building, UW–Stevens Point Responsibilities Students will participate in laboratory research related to PFAS treatment and destruction technologies.

Responsibilities

Research on destructive methods for PFAS removal Catalyst synthesis and characterization PFAS removal and treatment experiments Setting up and operating a continuous fi ltration system Assisting with the assembly and operation of a tubular furnace Data analysis and laboratory documentation Assisting with the preparation of scientifi c manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals This position provides valuable hands-on research experience for students interested in environmental engineering, chemical engineering, water treatment, and laboratory research.

Students may also have opportunities to present research findings at scientific conferences during the academic year. If you would like additional information, please contact Dr. Seyed Amirfakhri, samirfak@uwsp.edu (Science Building, room D278) Key Job Responsibilities: Special Notes: Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world.

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