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Hello,
Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Please review the following instructions prior to submitting your job application:
- Provide all of your employment history, education, and licenses/certifications/registrations. You will be unable to modify your application after you have submitted it.
- You must meet all of the job requirements at the time of submitting the application.
- You can only apply one time to a job requisition.
- Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
- Applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.
After you apply, we will review your qualifications and contact you if your application is among the most highly qualified. Due to the large volume of applications, we are unable to individually respond to all applicants. You may check the status of your application via your Candidate Profile.
Thank you,
Human Resources
Important Applications Instructions:
Please complete this application in entirety by providing all of your work experience, education and certifications/
license. You will be unable to edit/add/change your application once it is submitted.
Job Requisition ID:
R00055364Job Category:
ResearchOrganization:
SOD-Biomedical Materials Science-DebondingLocation/s:
Main Campus JacksonJob Title:
Research Assistant - Biomedical Materials Science - School of DentistryJob Summary:
The Research Assistant provides essential support for laboratory research activities. This position is responsible for assisting with laboratory procedures, maintaining equipment and supplies, and ensuring a well-organized and efficient research environment. The role is ideal for individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience in biomedical research.Education & Experience
Education and Experience:
Degree (Associate's or Bachelor's)
Certifications, Licenses, or Registration Required:
N/A
Preferred Qualifications:
Degree in science field of biology, chemistry, or a related field. Laboratory experience (through coursework or employment)
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Responsibilities:
Perform routine laboratory tasks, including preparing solutions, reagents, and media.
Assist with basic experimental procedures under supervision.
Maintain and clean laboratory equipment, ensuring proper operation.
Collect, label, and process biological samples according to standard protocols.
Accurately record data in laboratory notebooks and digital systems.
Assist in inventory management and ordering laboratory supplies.
May assist in animal husbandry, collection of physiological data, and euthanasia.
The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.
Physical and Environmental Demands:
Requires frequent bending at the waist, frequent crouching/stooping, frequent kneeling, frequent reaching, occasional carrying/lifting up to 75 pounds, occasional push/pulling, frequent walking, frequent standing, frequent sitting, frequent driving, occasional frequent exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environments such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold, occasional handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment/machinery, occasional exposure to bio-hazardous conditions such as risk of radiation exposure, bloodborne pathogens, fumes or airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals, which mandate attention to safety considerations.
Time Type:
Part timeFLSA Designation/Job Exempt:
NoPay Class:
HourlyFTE %:
62.5Work Shift:
DayBenefits Eligibility:
Grant Funded:
YesJob Posting Date:
11/11/2026Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):
11/14/2026Hello,
Thank you for your interest in career opportunities with the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Please review the following instructions prior to submitting your job application:
- Provide all of your employment history, education, and licenses/certifications/registrations. You will be unable to modify your application after you have submitted it.
- You must meet all of the job requirements at the time of submitting the application.
- You can only apply one time to a job requisition.
- Once you start the application process you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
- Applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.
After you apply, we will review your qualifications and contact you if your application is among the most highly qualified. Due to the large volume of applications, we are unable to individually respond to all applicants. You may check the status of your application via your Candidate Profile.
Thank you,
Human Resources
Important Applications Instructions:
Please complete this application in entirety by providing all of your work experience, education and certifications/
license. You will be unable to edit/add/change your application once it is submitted.
Job Requisition ID:
R00055364Job Category:
ResearchOrganization:
SOD-Biomedical Materials Science-DebondingLocation/s:
Main Campus JacksonJob Title:
Research Assistant - Biomedical Materials Science - School of DentistryJob Summary:
The Research Assistant provides essential support for laboratory research activities. This position is responsible for assisting with laboratory procedures, maintaining equipment and supplies, and ensuring a well-organized and efficient research environment. The role is ideal for individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience in biomedical research.Education & Experience
Education and Experience:
Degree (Associate's or Bachelor's)
Certifications, Licenses, or Registration Required:
N/A
Preferred Qualifications:
Degree in science field of biology, chemistry, or a related field. Laboratory experience (through coursework or employment)
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Responsibilities:
Perform routine laboratory tasks, including preparing solutions, reagents, and media.
Assist with basic experimental procedures under supervision.
Maintain and clean laboratory equipment, ensuring proper operation.
Collect, label, and process biological samples according to standard protocols.
Accurately record data in laboratory notebooks and digital systems.
Assist in inventory management and ordering laboratory supplies.
May assist in animal husbandry, collection of physiological data, and euthanasia.
The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.
Physical and Environmental Demands:
Requires frequent bending at the waist, frequent crouching/stooping, frequent kneeling, frequent reaching, occasional carrying/lifting up to 75 pounds, occasional push/pulling, frequent walking, frequent standing, frequent sitting, frequent driving, occasional frequent exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environments such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold, occasional handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment/machinery, occasional exposure to bio-hazardous conditions such as risk of radiation exposure, bloodborne pathogens, fumes or airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals, which mandate attention to safety considerations.
Time Type:
Part timeFLSA Designation/Job Exempt:
NoPay Class:
HourlyFTE %:
62.5Work Shift:
DayBenefits Eligibility:
Grant Funded:
YesJob Posting Date:
11/11/2026Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Medical Devices
- Science & Research
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in materials research engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in materials science, materials engineering, or a closely related field
- Hands-on experience with materials characterization techniques such as SEM, XRD, or TEM
- Proficiency in failure analysis methodologies and root cause investigation
- Familiarity with materials processing methods such as casting, sintering, or thin-film deposition
- Experience using data analysis tools such as MATLAB, Python, or statistical process control software
- Knowledge of industry standards and testing protocols such as ASTM or MIL-SPEC
Tips for Your Materials Research Engineer Job Search
Align your resume to characterization methods
Hiring managers in this field scan for specific techniques: SEM, XRD, TEM, or FTIR, depending on the lab. Name the exact instruments and methods you've used rather than listing broad categories like 'materials characterization,' which signals every candidate.
Highlight failure analysis case wins
Many postings ask for failure investigation experience but bury it. Pull one concrete example onto your resume: the material, the failure mode you identified, and the fix you recommended. That specificity separates you from candidates who list the skill without proof.
Target postings by processing method
Filter openings by the manufacturing method most central to your background, whether that's additive manufacturing, thin-film deposition, or powder metallurgy. Roles built around your core process are where your experience converts fastest and your interview answers land strongest.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists materials research engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a materials selection rationale story
Interviewers frequently ask you to walk through a past decision to select or reject a material for a design constraint. Rehearse one example end-to-end: the requirements, the tradeoffs you weighed, and the outcome. Vague answers here cost offers.
Negotiate around publication and IP rights
If you have pending publications or thesis work tied to your research, clarify IP ownership and publication approval timelines before you sign. Some employers restrict outside publication entirely, which matters if you're completing a Ph.D. or expect to publish existing work.
Materials Research Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most materials research engineers?
The companies hiring the most materials research engineers right now include Los Alamos National Laboratory, General Motors (GM), and Penn State University, with the largest share of openings in California, New Mexico, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Aerospace, semiconductor, and advanced manufacturing firms consistently account for the highest volume of active postings.
How many materials research engineer jobs are remote?
About 33% of materials research engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the lab-dependent nature of most roles. Computational materials science, materials informatics, and technical writing or standards-review positions are the sub-areas most likely to offer fully remote arrangements, while hands-on characterization and processing roles almost always require on-site work.
How do you become a materials research engineer?
Most materials research engineers start with a bachelor's degree in materials science or a related engineering discipline, then build lab skills through internships or co-ops during school. Many roles, especially in R&D and national labs, prefer or require a master's or Ph.D. for independent research work. Gaining hands-on experience with characterization equipment and publishing or presenting research strengthens your candidacy considerably.
How do you get hired as a materials research engineer with little experience?
Focus on the depth of your academic lab work rather than its absence of commercial context. Document specific techniques you used in coursework or thesis research, name the equipment, and describe what you measured or concluded. Undergraduate research assistant roles, co-ops, and national lab internship programs give direct lab exposure that hiring managers treat as equivalent to early industry experience for entry-level postings.
What does the materials research engineer interview process look like?
Most processes start with a recruiter screen, then a technical phone or video interview focused on characterization methods and failure analysis reasoning. A take-home problem or presentation of past research is common at mid-stage. Final rounds typically include a lab tour, a panel with senior engineers, and questions on how you'd approach a specific materials challenge relevant to the team's current work.
Where can I find and apply to materials research engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to materials research engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and target industry, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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