Assistant Research Professor, Nuclear Engineering
About The Position
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.
Requirements
- 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.
- 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.
- Highly organized, goal-oriented, and can operate within a fast-paced environment collaborating with industry partners.
- Have English proficiency and experience in independently drafting manuscripts.
- Have strong experimental, analytical, and troubleshooting/problem-solving skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with novel 2D materials other emerging nanomaterials platform (preferred).
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the design, fabrication, and optimization of electrochemical devices, and drug delivery applications.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Robust retirement plans
- 75% tuition discount for employees, eligible spouses, and children
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
