Digital Twin & BIM Research Lead (Asst. Prof.)

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

The Cocoziello Institute of Real Estate Innovation at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a three-year Assistant Research Professor position focused on digital twins for the built environment, BIM, and data analytics for buildings.

The role emphasizes leading a robust digital twin program on the Penn State University Park campus, collaborating with faculty and industry partners, and guiding student researchers while pursuing external funding and disseminating findings.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field is required.
• Evidence of strong potential for conducting and publishing research and for securing external funding is expected.
• Experience with industry-supported research activities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of Penn State's digital twin strategy for the University Park campus.
• Manage and coordinate collaborative research projects with industry partners.
• Write and secure external funding through grants and proposals.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students in digital twin research and development.

Skills

Digital twins

BIM

Data analytics

Grant writing

Education

Ph.D. in Architectural Engineering / Civil Engineering / Architecture

Tools

Virtual Reality

Augmented Reality

Artificial Intelligence

Job description

The Cocoziello Institute of Real Estate Innovation at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a three-year Assistant Research Professor position focused on digital twins for the built environment, BIM, and data analytics for buildings.

The role emphasizes leading a robust digital twin program on the Penn State University Park campus, collaborating with faculty and industry partners, and guiding student researchers while pursuing external funding and disseminating findings.