Assistant Research Professor, Nuclear Engineering

Penn State University; University Park (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plans

Job summary

The Pan Research Group at Penn State University in University Park seeks an Assistant Research Professor to advance nanotechnology for biosensing and nanobiotechnology. You will contribute to design, fabrication, and optimization of electrochemical devices and drug delivery applications in a multidisciplinary setting.

Lead by Prof. Dipanjan Pan, this term position emphasizes collaboration across chemists, materials scientists, biologists, engineers, and medical students, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or D.Sc. in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Biology, or related fields.
• Proven track record (ideally multiple first author publications) in electrochemical sensors/devices and related measurements.
• Experience with in vitro and in vivo characterization of nanomaterials.

Responsibilities

• Design, fabricate, and optimize electrochemical devices for biosensing and drug delivery applications.
• Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team of chemists, materials scientists, biologists, engineers and medical students.
• Work independently with minimal supervision and drive progress in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Electrochemical sensors

Electrochemical measurements

Nanomaterials characterization

Team collaboration

Education

Ph.D. or D.Sc. in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Biology, or related fields

Job description

Remote and Hybrid Work

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

Term Position

This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Pan Research Group at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a highly motivated Assistant Research Professor to join a leading research group in cutting-edge research in electrochemical devices.

This position focuses on the development of nanotechnology for biosensing applications and nanobiotechnology research.

Led by Prof. Dipanjan Pan, Pan Research Group at Penn State, University Park fosters research excellence, education, and industry collaboration in nanomedicine.

The laboratories are located at the world-renowned Huck Institute of Life Sciences and Millennium Sciences Complex within the flagship University Park campus that promotes an inclusive and multidisciplinary environment in life sciences research.

The selected candidate will work within a fast-paced multidisciplinary research environment and contribute to the design, fabrication, and optimization of electrochemical devices, and drug delivery applications.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. or D.Sc. degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Biology, or related fields.
• A proven track record (ideally multiple first author publications in internationally reputed journals) in one or more of the following technical areas:
• Electrochemical sensors and devices and deep understanding of electrochemical measurements.
• Extensive expertise in in vitro and in vivo characterization of nanomaterials.

We are looking for highly self-motivated candidates who:

• Can work independently while collaborating in a multidisciplinary research team comprised of chemists, materials scientists, biologists, engineers and medical students.
• Can work without daily instructions or supervision and proactively make progress.
• Demonstrate creativity and adaptability in solving research challenges.
• Are highly organized, goal-oriented, and can operate within a fast-paced environment collaborating with industry partners.
• Have experience with novel 2D materials other emerging nanomaterials platform (preferred).
• Have English proficiency and experience in independently drafting manuscripts.
• Have strong experimental, analytical, and troubleshooting/problem-solving skills.

Background checks/clearances

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Benefits

• Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing.
• In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans.
• One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)

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