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University Park, Illinois, United States · On-site
Entry level
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Postdoctoral Scholar - Poudel Group - Materials Science and Engineering
University Park, Illinois, United States · On-site
Entry level
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Skills: Energy Conversion Materials Synthesis, Device Fabrication, Device Testing, Materials Characterization, Testbed Development
University Park, Illinois, United States · On-site
$19/hr–$23/hr
Entry level
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Skills: Soldering, Blueprint reading, Electrical assembly, Mechanical assembly, Quality control
University Park, Illinois, United States · On-site
$106k–$231k/yr
Senior+
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Skills: Automation And Control Systems, Systems Engineering, Rapid Prototyping, Solidworks, Siemens NX
University Park, Illinois, United States · On-site
$52k–$113k/yr
Senior
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University Park, Illinois, United States · On-site
$122k–$231k/yr
Senior+
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Skills: 3D CAD Design, Engineering Drawing Development, GD&T ANSI Y14.5, Free Body Diagrams, Electromechanical Assembly Packaging
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Skills: Systems Engineering, Verification and Validation, Test Planning, Data Collection, Instrumentation
Integrated Power Systems - Energy Conversion Department Head
University Park, Illinois, United States · On-site
$161k–$299k/yr
Senior+
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Skills: People Management, Project Management, Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, Fluid Mechanics
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Skills: Model-Based Systems Engineering, SysML, Cameo/MagicDraw, Rhapsody, Capella
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Skills: Systems Engineering, Requirements Decomposition, Model-Based Systems Engineering, Interface Definition, Verification and Validation
Associate Research Professor - Greenhouse Gases -Meteorology and Atmospheric Science
University Park, Illinois, United States · Remote OK
Senior
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Integrated Power Systems - Energy Conversion Department Head (FACULTY)
University Park, Illinois, United States · On-site
Senior+
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Skills: People Management, Project Management, Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, Fluid Mechanics
University Park, Illinois, United States · Remote OK
$92k–$175k/yr
Mid level
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Skills: Linux Administration, Python, Bash, Ansible, Git
University Park, Illinois, United States · On-site
$44k–$63k/yr
Senior
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University Park, Illinois, United States · On-site
$69k–$98k/yr
Senior
The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing the low-level software (firmware) that controls the functionality of electronic hardware devices, like embedded systems and computer per…
Non-Tenure-Line, Professional Track Teaching Faculty in the Department of Aerospace Engineering
University Park, Illinois, United States · On-site
Senior
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Skills: Astronautics, Astrodynamics, Space Systems Design, Orbital Mechanics, Space Mission Design
Part-Time - Student - Computer Science and Engineering Learning Assistants - Fall 2026
University Park, Illinois, United States · On-site
Entry level
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University Park, Illinois, United States · On-site
$85k/yr
Senior
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Part-Time Research Assistant – Drilling Hydraulics
University Park, Illinois, United States · On-site
Mid level
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Skills: Data Collection, Data Processing, Marketing, Industry Outreach, Drilling Hydraulics Design
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Full-time, Temporary
postgraduate degree
Competitive Benefits Package
Posted 3d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The scholar will conduct world-leading research on the synthesis, characterization, and processing of 2D materials. Responsibilities include preparing manuscripts for submission, presenting at technical conferences, and assisting with research reports and outreach.
Requirements
A Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, Nanomaterials, Nanotechnology, or a related field is required by the time of hire. Candidates must have experience in the characterization and processing of 2D materials.
Full job description
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
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CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, pleaselogin to Workday to complete thestudent application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
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 be expected to:
perform world-leading 2D materials research on synthesis, characterization, layer transfer and processing
to present results at technical conferences and prepare manuscripts for submission
assist with preparation of reports for research sponsors, and scientific outreach to the broader community
Rich opportunities will be available for innovative equipment and process development, advanced materials characterization and deep collaborations with theoretical/computational efforts focused on materials growth.
Requirements include:
a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, Nanomaterials, Nanotechnology, or a related field by the time of hire
experience in characterization and processing of 2D materials
experience with layer transfer and characterization of chalcogenide thin films is a plus
excellent organization, time management, and communication skills
ability to work in an interdisciplinary team environment
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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