Assistant Research Professor - Cocoziello Digital Twin

Position specifics

The Cocoziello Institute of Real Estate Innovation at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a three-year Assistant Research Professor position with expertise in digital twins for the built environment (buildings and infrastructure), building information modeling, and data analytics for buildings.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.

The position will be located on the University Park campus of Penn State.

This position has a possible extension contingent on performance review and continued funding.

The position has 60% research, 30% project management, and 10% research advising responsibilities.

The successful candidate will manage the development of a robust digital twin effort, focusing on creating and implementing a digital twin strategy for the Penn State University Park campus.

The candidate will collaborate with Institute faculty and industry partners, and guide graduate/undergraduate students on digital twin research and development activities.

The successful candidate is expected to secure external funding for their research and disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed journals, conferences, and other effective channels.

The individual should be highly motivated and knowledgeable of relevant literature, be able to lead their own individual projects, write grant proposals, and contribute to collaborative research efforts.

Experience with industrialized construction, construction robotics, Virtual/Augmented Reality, and Artificial Intelligence is a plus.

A Ph.D. in Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field is required.

Applicants should provide evidence of strong potential for conducting and publishing research, competitiveness for external research funding, and excellence in communication across a range of audiences.

Experience in industry-supported research activities is preferred.

Candidates will be evaluated on their potential to manage collaborative industry research projects, experience in research involving digital twins and Building Information Modeling, ability to secure external research funding, and ability to publish high-impact work.

Applicants should address in their materials how they would contribute to creating/maintaining an inclusive and respectful work environment.

System limitations allow for a total of 5 documents (5mb per document) as part of your application. Please combine materials to meet the 5-document limit.

For more information about the position, please contact John Messner (jim
101), Chair of the Search Committee.

This is a term appointment, funded for three years from the date of hire, with an excellent possibility of renewal.

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

• 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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