Research Assistant
Research Assistants
Research Assistants (RAs) are compensated for participating in sponsored research projects in connection with their academic programs. Typical duties of RAs include (but are not limited to) conducting laboratory experiments, assisting in the development of theoretical advances related to faculty research projects, and conducting literature reviews on topics of research interest. Research projects are typically supported by grants and contracts awarded to the university by government agencies, industrial firms or other private organizations.
RAs who perform research directly connected to their thesis/dissertation must recognize that research is a full-time professional commitment that must be balanced with the course work required for the desired degree.
The level of support provided to graduate students who have been selected for a research assistantship varies depending on the specific nature of the course work, project and student's status. Funds may also be available to support summer research activities for students through university or departmental sources, or sponsored research projects. Some provisions exist under which WPI will pay the tuition for a student's graduate program, but provide no support beyond tuition.
RA's for the current Academic Year are:
Douglas Heath - Structural Engineer
Sebastian Mendes - Structural Engineer
Mario Mongiardini - Impact Mechanics
Tejas Ruparel - Mechanical Engineer
Mo Zhang - Geo Technical Engineer
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