Summer High School Research Assistant in Chemistry Job at Colby College, Waterville, ME

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  • Colby College
  • Waterville, ME

Job Description

Job Description
Department:
Chemistry - Thamatoor - JM Pay Rate Type:
Hourly Employee Type:
Job Summary:
  • Students will be provided research opportunities in organic chemistry. This includes synthesis, purification, and characterization of organic compounds for further mechanistic studies. Training will be also provided in computational chemistry to model structures and reactivities using state-of-the-art software programs.
  • These appointments will last for about four to six weeks at up to 35 hours per week. Hourly wage is expected to be $ 14.15. No prior research experience is necessary. Deadline for receipt of applications is Monday, May 20, 2024. Please note that on-campus accommodation is not available and the high school research assistants will be required to commute to Colby. For more information about these opportunities, please feel free to contact Professor Thamattoor by telephone (207-859-5765) or email (dmthamat@colby.edu)
  • To apply please submit a resume and a one-page cover letter explaining your interest in this position.
  • Please have two letters of recommendation emailed to Professor Thamattoor at At least one of the letters must be from a teacher at your school who knows you well.
  • Completion of I9 and tax forms are required to be hired for these positions. Please contact hr@colby.edu to complete onboarding requirements after being hired.

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Hourly pay, Summer work,

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