PREP Research Associate

This position is part of the National Institute of Standards (NIST) Professional Research Experience (PREP) program. NIST established the PREP program, comprising multiple academic institutions, to facilitate its research staff collaborating with researchers at academic institutions on specific projects of mutual interest. The PREP program engages staff from a wide range of backgrounds in scientific research across many areas, enabling technical work that underpins the metrology needs of a broad range of industries.

Research Title: Metrology for Steel Corrosion in Innovative Cement Materials

The Infrastructure Materials Group (IMG) at NIST serves as an important resource for developing science-based tools and measurement standards to enhance the resilience and sustainability of the nation's physical infrastructure. The degradation of reinforced concrete as a direct result of embedded steel corrosion remains a monumental challenge, with di...