Researcher or Assistant Research Professor Department of Electrical Engineering - CEARL

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The Computational Electromagnetics and Antennas Research Lab (CEARL) of the Department of Electrical Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University seeks a highly qualified individual for a non‑tenure‑line position at the rank of Researcher or Assistant Research Professor. The successful candidate will lead and coordinate projects and manage the production lab within CEARL.

• Assist the mechanical development of cutting‑edge research programs, including antenna design and mechanical simulation.
• Prepare reports for relevant sponsored contracts.
• Coordinate projects and manage the production lab.
• Assist in proposal writing.
• Prepare project reports.
• Oversee and manage project deliverables, deadlines, goals, and objectives.
• Develop and implement project timelines to ensure deliverables 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 a related field by the appointment start date, must have working knowledge of Solid Works, and be proficient in creating and critically reviewing 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, if requested, provide 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
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This is a term position, funded for one year from the date of hire, with a strong possibility of renewal. The working location is University Park, PA.

Penn State is an equal‑opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814‑865‑1473.