Assistant Research Professor - Cocoziello Digital Twin

Penn State University•University Park, IL

39d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cocoziello Institute of Real Estate Innovation at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking an Assistant Research Professor with expertise in digital twins for the built environment, building information modeling, and data analytics for buildings. This three-year term position, located at the University Park campus, involves 60% research, 30% project management, and 10% research advising. The successful candidate will lead the development of a digital twin strategy for the Penn State University Park campus, collaborate with faculty and industry partners, and guide students. Responsibilities include securing external funding and disseminating research findings. The role requires a highly motivated individual knowledgeable in relevant literature, capable of leading individual projects, writing grant proposals, and contributing to collaborative research. Key abilities include managing collaborative teams with industry engagement, designing/adapting technologies (especially digital twins and BIM for the built environment), strong communication skills, and knowledge of human subject ethics. Experience with industrialized construction, construction robotics, VR/AR, and AI is considered a plus.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
Evidence of strong potential for conducting and publishing research.
Competitiveness for external research funding.
Excellence in communication across a range of audiences.
Knowledge of human subject ethics and research procedures.

Nice To Haves

Experience with industrialized construction, construction robotics, Virtual/Augmented Reality, and Artificial Intelligence.
Experience in industry-supported research activities.

Responsibilities

Manage the development of a robust digital twin effort, focusing on creating and implementing a digital twin strategy for the Penn State University Park campus.
Collaborate with Institute faculty and industry partners.
Guide graduate/undergraduate students on digital twin research and development activities.
Secure external funding for their research.
Disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed journals, conferences, and other effective channels.
Lead their own individual projects.
Write grant proposals.
Contribute to collaborative research efforts.
Manage and lead collaborative teams on research projects with significant industry engagement.
Design and/or adapt new technologies and techniques with a particular focus on digital twins and BIM related to the built environment.