Researcher or Assistant Research Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering - CEARL

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Computational Electromagnetics and Antennas Research Lab (CEARL) of the Department of Electrical Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a highly qualified individual for a non-tenure-line position at the rank of Researcher or Assistant Research Professor.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in leading and coordinating projects and managing the production lab within CEARL.

• The primary responsibility of the position will be assisting the mechanical development of cutting-edge research programs, including antenna design and mechanical simulation, as well as the preparation of reports for relevant sponsored contracts.
• The successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in funded projects that will seek to develop advanced and transformative technologies in electromagnetics.
• Coordinate projects and manage the production lab.
• Assist in proposal writing.
• Prepare project reports.
• Oversee and manage projects.
• Develop and implement project timelines, as well as ensure deliverables, deadlines, goals, and objectives of projects are met.

• Candidates will be considered for the rank commensurate with their education and experience in accordance with AC21.
• The successful candidate must have a master's degree in mechanical engineering or its equivalent, or be an active candidate for a terminal degree, in a related field by the appointment start date.
• In addition, they must have working knowledge of Solid Works and be proficient in the creation and critical review of engineering drawings, tolerancing, and tolerance analysis.
• United States Citizenship is required.
• Industrial experience is preferred.

Applicants should submit a current CV/resume with their online application and be prepared, if requested, to send the names and addresses of at least three references to:
Prof. Douglas H. Werner The Pennsylvania State University Department of Electrical Engineering 211A EE East University Park, PA 16802 dhw

This is a term position, funded for one year from date of hire, with an excellent possibility of renewal.

The working location for this position will be University Park, PA.

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. (
  
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