Postdoctoral Scholar Department of Mechanical Engineering

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar under the direction of Dr. Derek Hall.

• Conduct laboratory testing, perform data analysis, and develop the technical content needed to communicate the study findings.
• Execute corrosion experiments under simulated operating and offline conditions, analyze results from advanced characterization methods such as X-ray computed tomography, interpret corrosion behavior across different treatment conditions, and prepare figures, summaries, presentations, and technical reports.

• Ph.D. in corrosion science, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field by the start date.
• Experience conducting laboratory-based experimental research.
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Experience preparing technical reports, figures, and presentations.
• Experience with X-ray CT characterization.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter describing their interest in the position, a CV including publication list, and names and contact information of up to three references.

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 well-being.

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