Sobre este puesto de Assistant Research Professor, Nuclear Engineering en Penn State University
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POSITION SPECIFICS
The Pan Research Group at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a highly motivated Assistant Research Professor to join a leading research group in cutting-edge research in electrochemical devices. This position focuses on the development of nanotechnology for biosensing applications and nanobiotechnology research.
Led by Prof. Dipanjan Pan, Pan Research Group at Penn State, University Park fosters research excellence, education, and industry collaboration in nanomedicine. The laboratories are located at the world-renowned Huck Institute of Life Sciences and Millennium Sciences Complex within the flagship University Park campus that promotes an inclusive and multidisciplinary environment in life sciences research.
The selected candidate will work within a fast-paced multidisciplinary research environment and contribute to the design, fabrication, and optimization of electrochemical devices, and drug delivery applications.
Qualifications:
A Ph.D. or D.Sc. degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Biology, or related fields.
A proven track record (ideally multiple first author publications in internationally reputed journals) in one or more of the following technical areas:
Electrochemical sensors and devices and deep understanding of electrochemical measurements.
Extensive expertise in in vitro and in vivo characterization of nanomaterials.
We are looking for highly self-motivated candidates who:
Can work independently while collaborating in a multidisciplinary research team comprised of chemists, materials scientists, biologists, engineers and medical students.
Can work without daily instructions or supervision and proactively make progress.
Demonstrate creativity and adaptability in solving research challenges.
Are highly organized, goal-oriented, and can operate within a fast-paced environment collaborating with industry partners.
Have experience with novel 2D materials other emerging nanomaterials platform (preferred).
Have English proficiency and experience in independently drafting manuscripts.
Have strong experimental, analytical, and troubleshooting/problem-solving skills.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
BENEFITS
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. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)
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