Assistant Research Professor 2D Materials & Heterostructures

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount

Job summary

Penn State University in University Park, PA, invites applications for an Assistant Research Professor to conduct experimental work on 2D materials and related heterostructures. The role includes mentoring graduate students and contributing to research proposals and publications.

The position is non-tenure-line and term-limited to one year with strong possibility of renewal based on performance and funding. Collaboration within the J. A. Robinson Research Group is expected.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in MSE, physics, chemistry, electrical engineering, or closely related field.
• Postdoctoral, industrial, or equivalent research experience preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in 2D materials synthesis and characterization.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experimental research focused on synthesis and characterization of 2D materials and related heterostructures.
• Guide the group’s research activities and mentor graduate students and junior researchers.
• Contribute to preparation of research proposals, technical reports, publications, and presentations.

Education

Ph.D. in materials science and engineering, physics, chemistry, electrical engineering, or a closely related field

Job description

Penn State University in University Park, PA, invites applications for an Assistant Research Professor to conduct experimental work on 2D materials and related heterostructures. The role includes mentoring graduate students and contributing to research proposals and publications.

The position is non-tenure-line and term-limited to one year with strong possibility of renewal based on performance and funding. Collaboration within the J. A. Robinson Research Group is expected.