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This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding.

 

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering, in the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences is seeking a postdoctoral scholar.

The final candidate will:

o Develop phase-field models and computer codes of mesoscale structure evolution.
o Study the physics of structural, ferroelectric, electronic, and piezoelectric responses of mesoscale domain structures.
o Assist writing proposals to funding agencies and Penn State seed programs.
o Co-supervise graduate students and undergrad students.

o Prepare manuscripts for publications and research reports to sponsors.

The final candidate must have a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, or Physics, or other related fields. Experience in engineering or physical sciences backgrounds and at least 5 years of related experience in computational materials research during Ph.D. and prior postdoctoral research is preferred.

To apply, applicants should upload a cover letter and CV with their application.

This is funded for one year from the date of hire with possibility of being renewed based on mutual agreement.

 

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 well-being.

 

For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)

 

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