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Undergraduate Assistant - Dental Materials Research Assistant

East Carolina University

United States, North Carolina, Greenville

May 08, 2026

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Advertising Department	DENTAL MEDICINE, SCHOOL OF
Academic Term/Year	SUMMER 2026
Position Title	Undergraduate Assistant - Dental Materials Research Assistant
Posting Number	08159
Position Number	08159
Student Job Category	Student - Undergraduate Assistant
Number of Vacancies	1
Job Description	ECU Department of Dental Medicine is seeking a motivated undergraduate student to assist with research focused on developing next-generation antibiofilm dental materials. This position provides hands-on research experience ideal for students interested in dentistry, biomaterials, biomedical research, or graduate/professional school. Research Focus Our lab develops antibiofilm dental materials using reverse-amide 2-aminoimidazole compounds to prevent secondary caries associated with: Bonded resin composite restorations Ceramic and metal restorations Orthodontic resin cements Sealants and resin infiltrants Glass ionomer materials Endodontic irrigants We also study degradation of the aged hybrid layer in bonded restorations using advanced imaging and analytical techniques such as: Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) Confocal microscopy nanoCT imaging In situ zymography The undergraduate assistant will support multiple ongoing projects and gain exposure to modern dental biomaterials research. Responsibilities Assist with preparation and testing of dental material specimens Support laboratory experiments and data collection Help with microscopy sample preparation and imaging Conduct literature searches and summarize findings Maintain organized lab notebooks and research records Participate in lab meetings and assist graduate students and faculty
Preferred (Majors, Experience, GPA, etc.)	Required Qualifications Sophomore or Junior undergraduate student Major in Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or Pre-Dentistry Minimum GPA: 3.5 Strong attention to detail and reliability Ability to commit to 8 hours per week during summer and fall semesters
Special Instructions to Applicant	Please upload your Resume online Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. All offers of employment are conditional and subject to verification of background information, with satisfactory results required before the start of the position.
Additional Instructions to Applicants	Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.
Quick Link for Direct Access	https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/93595
Open Date	05/07/2026
Close Date	06/21/2026
Open Until Filled	No
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