Materials Science Research Faculty

Penn State University Applied Research Laboratory

State College, Pennsylvania, United States
Not specified; not specified; competitive benefits...
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4 years technical experience in experimental corrosion research
Electrochemical characterization of alloys
Scanning electron microscopy and x-ray diffraction
Penn State University Applied Research Laboratory is seeking a Materials Science Research Faculty member with expertise in corrosion and related materials science research. The position requires strong technical experience, particularly in experimental corrosion research, and offers a competitive benefits package, including a substantial tuition discount

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading the development of proposals and statements of work for projects related to cold spray and additive manufacturing within the Materials Science and Applications Division.
  • Candidates must possess a strong background in hands-on experimental corrosion research and electrochemical characterization of alloys with at least four years of technical experience.
  • Penn State offers a competitive benefits package including comprehensive medical coverage and a generous 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members.

Matching Summary

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Penn State University Applied Research Laboratory is seeking a Materials Science Research Faculty member with expertise in corrosion and related materials science research. The position requires strong technical experience, particularly in experimental corrosion research, and offers a competitive benefits package, including a substantial tuition discount.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 4 years technical experience in experimental corrosion research
  • Electrochemical characterization of alloys
  • Scanning Electron Microscopy and X-Ray Diffraction
  • Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy
  • Proposal and statement of work development

Nice-to-have

  • Working knowledge of cold spray technologies
  • Additive manufacturing and metal powders expertise
  • Computational corrosion research methods
  • Multi-disciplinary team collaboration skills
  • Active DoD security clearance

Key Requirements

  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Ability to obtain government security clearance
  • Non-tenure faculty rank commensurate with education
  • Successful completion of pre-employment drug screen
  • Background check in accordance with University policies

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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