APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

• Assist with high‑energy planetary ball milling experiments, including preparing milling jars and media, setting milling parameters (speed, time, ball‑to‑powder ratio), and operating equipment safely under supervision.
• Support sample handling and preparation for downstream analysis: labeling, sieving, and weighing milled or separated samples; organizing and cataloging samples for further testing such as XRD or surface area analysis.
• Assist with HydroFloat separation tests, including setup and monitoring of coarse particle feeds and slurry mixtures.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace and follow all lab safety protocols.
• Record experimental data and observations accurately in lab notebooks or electronic logs.
• Attend brief team check‑ins or research updates as needed.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow technical instructions precisely.
• Comfortable working in a laboratory environment; prior lab experience or coursework is preferred.

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