Assistant Research Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the termlengthdiscussed willbebasedonuniversityneed,performance,and/oravailabilityoffunding.POSITION SPECIFICS Research Assistant Professor Position - Transformative and High-Performance Concrete Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering The Pennsylvania State University The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a full-time, Professional track (non-tenure line), Research Assistant Professor position in transformative and high-performance concrete materials. Penn State's CEE leads cutting-edge research in concrete decarbonization, durability and service-life extension of civil infrastructure, alternative cementitious materials, and sensor development for assessing concrete quality and durability. The successful candidate will work closely with Dr. Farshad Rajabipour in management and execution of research projects, proposal development, mentoring of graduate students, and authorship of journal papers. Teaching opportunities and serving on CEE department committees may be available depending on the candidate's interests. The required qualifications are:
Please see https://policy.psu.edu/policies/ac21 for the definition of academic ranks and promotional opportunities for non-tenure line Professional track faculty. To apply, please submit a single PDF file (5MB max) that includes: a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and the contact information for three professional references. Apply to job# 0000068999 at http://www.psu.jobs. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The intended start date is during Fall 2025. For questions, please contact Dr. Rajabipour at fxr10@psu.edu or +1-814-863-0601. CEE and Dr. Rajabipour are committed to effective mentorship and growth of the selected Research Assistant Professor. They will join a highly collaborative team of faculty and researchers within CEE's Materials Innovation Studio, the Civil Infrastructure Testing and Evaluation Lab, the Additive Construction Lab, and the Materials Research Institute. Additional resources and career development opportunities are available through the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs. The position is housed within the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Penn State. CEE's vision is to achieve the highest quality of life for all, through sustainable and resilient civil infrastructure systems. Our mission is to address complex and evolving societal needs in both the natural and built environments by delivering an outstanding education, conducting impactful research, and providing inspirational service to society and our profession. CEE faculty lead pioneering research in five key areas: Safe and equitable transportation systems, Sustainable solutions for water, Infrastructure resilience and adaptation, Decarbonization of the built environment, and AI for sustainability. CEE is a vibrant and dynamic unit with 35 faculty members, 16 staff members, more than 460 undergraduate students, and more than 120 graduate students and postdocs. Our programs are highly ranked by the U.S. News and World Report with top 15 and top 25 national rankings at the undergraduate and graduate levels, respectively. CEE is home to outstanding faculty members, including 7 NSF CAREER Award recipients and a member of the National Academy of Engineering. In Fall 2024, CEE moved to the new, LEED certified, Engineering Collaborative Research and Education (ECoRE) building, featuring 9 active-learning classrooms and 51,000 square feet in support of research with state-of-the-art laboratories. Please see https://www.cee.psu.edu/ for additional information about the department. The College of Engineering at Penn State prepares current and future generations for impactful careers as practicing engineers, managers, researchers, educators, and community leaders through highly ranked residential and online programs. We provide innovative educational experiences and supportive programs designed to foster a more welcoming community. In collaboration with industry, non-profit organizations, governmental agencies, and other academic institutions and partners, our faculty lead research initiatives across all areas of engineering that create jobs, fuel economic growth, inform policy, solve global problems, and positively impact humanity. This position is located in State College, Pennsylvania, which has been repeatedly voted as one of the most desirable and safest places to live in the United States. State College fosters a vibrant, diverse, and sustainable community. The region hosts outstanding public schools, reasonable housing costs, a calendar of social and cultural events, and abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. State College is served by a regional airport and is within driving distance to Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Washington DC, Baltimore, and New York City. Please see https://www.statecollegepa.us/ for more information. 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 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.For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). 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