Jordan Barr
About Jordan Barr
Jordan Barr is a High Performance Computing Summer Intern currently studying for a PhD in Materials Science at Washington State University. With a background in Chemical Engineering and Mathematics, Barr has also held research positions at Iowa State University and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Jordan Barr currently serves as a High Performance Computing Summer Intern at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, a position held since 2022. Prior to this role, Barr worked as a Graduate Intern at the same laboratory in 2021 for a duration of two months. These experiences contribute to Barr's expertise in high-performance computing applications within a research environment.
Education and Expertise
Jordan Barr is pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Materials Science at Washington State University, a program started in 2021. Barr previously earned a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Penn State University, completing the degree in 2019. Additionally, Barr holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mathematics, and Nuclear Engineering from Iowa State University, achieved in 2015.
Background
Jordan Barr's academic journey began at Iowa State University, where Barr worked as an Undergraduate Research Assistant from 2010 to 2015. This five-year experience laid the foundation for further studies and research in engineering and materials science. Barr's transition to graduate studies included a significant focus on materials science, leading to advanced research roles.
Current Role as Graduate Research Assistant
Since 2021, Jordan Barr has been employed as a Graduate Research Assistant at Washington State University. This role involves conducting research in materials science, contributing to the academic community, and furthering Barr's expertise in the field. The position has been ongoing for three years, allowing for in-depth exploration of materials science topics.