Facilities And Instrumentation Department Head (faculty)

Penn State University

University Park, Pennsylvania, USA
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Fluids and acoustics research
Maintenance and operations of research facilities
Mechanical/electrical design and fabrication
** Penn State University is seeking a Facilities and Instrumentation Department Head for its Applied Research Laboratory, focusing on fluids and acoustics research. The role involves overseeing testing facilities, managing engineering projects, and leading a team while contributing to innovative research solutions. **

Job Summary

  • Oversee the maintenance and operations of FDAO research testing facilities, including water tunnels, rotor balancing facility, instrumentation and calibration devices, flow-through anechoic chamber, pump loop, and reverberation tank.
  • Manage aspects of mechanical/electrical design, fabrication, inspection, testing; Provide guidance and collaborate with engineers and technicians throughout the experimental evaluation process.
  • Recruit, define performance expectations and goals, provide mentorship, and regularly evaluate and offer constructive feedback through conversation and performance reviews in order to support professional growth and effectively retain department staff.

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** Penn State University is seeking a Facilities and Instrumentation Department Head for its Applied Research Laboratory, focusing on fluids and acoustics research. The role involves overseeing testing facilities, managing engineering projects, and leading a team while contributing to innovative research solutions. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • fluids and acoustics research
  • maintenance and operations of research facilities
  • mechanical/electrical design and fabrication
  • data acquisition and measurement systems
  • leading teams of engineers/scientists

Nice-to-have

  • collaboration with PIs and sponsors
  • vendor negotiation for hardware
  • project updates to sponsors
  • mentorship and staff development

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree or equivalent experience
  • 1 year related experience
  • Eligibility for US security clearance
  • US citizenship required

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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