Assistant Research Professor, SHINElab within the Department of Architectural Engineering

The Pennsylvania State University • University Park, FL

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About The Position

The Department of Architectural Engineering at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a professional track (non-tenure-line) Assistant Research Professor position within the SHINElab (Smart Human-centered buIlt eNvironmEnt lab for Sustainability, Resilience, and Wellbeing). We are seeking a highly motivated, creative, and collaborative individual with a strong background in building system research, data-driven methods, and graduate student mentorship. The SHINElab is an interdisciplinary research group dedicated to advancing innovation at the intersection of technology, engineering, and human well-being. The successful candidate will contribute to developing a sustainable and resilient built environment that promotes the well-being of both humans and the planet. This work will integrate advances in AI, sensing, and energy technologies to develop human-centered smart building and energy system solutions.

Requirements

• Building system laboratory testing – including the design, setup, and execution of experimental studies involving building performance and control systems.
• Coding and AI/machine learning strategy development – with the ability to design, implement, and evaluate data-driven or AI-based strategies.
• Graduate student mentorship – providing technical and professional guidance to graduate research assistants while fostering an inclusive and collaborative research environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential, as this position involves collaboration across disciplines, preparation of research reports and publications, and communication of results to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related field.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with human subject data is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Leading research on emerging technologies
• Publishing and presenting research findings
• Mentoring graduate students
• Contributing to proposal development and reporting to project sponsors
• Serve as a member of the SHINElab leadership team

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees