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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

A non-tenure-line Professor of Practice or Assistant Research Professor position is available in the biotechnology laboratory of Professor Tonya Peeples at The Pennsylvania State University. We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced researcher in the field of biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, chemical engineering, chemistry, biomolecular engineering, or a related discipline.

The successful candidate will engage in research activities and be responsible for laboratory management, including training and research mentoring of students. In addition, the successful candidate will mentor student organizations and provide support to Engineering Summer Bridge and similar student enrichment programs.

The Assistant Research Professor should possess at least a master's degree or its equivalent in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, chemical engineering, chemistry, biomedical engineering, or a closely related field by the start date. In addition, they must have demonstrated ability as a researcher and must have shown evidence of professional growth and scholarship in their discipline. Prior industry experience is preferred. The title of Professor of Practice should be reserved for persons who have accumulated a decade or more of high level and leadership experience in the private or public sectors outside the academy that would provide a unique background and wealth of knowledge that is of particular value as it is shared with the University's students and other faculty.

This is a term appointment, funded for three years from date of hire, with a possibility of renewal.

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Evidence-to-Impact Collaborative, housed by the Edna Bennett Pierce Prevention Research Center and supported by the College of Health and Human Development and the Social Science Research Institute at The Pennsylvania State University, invites applications for an Assistant Research Professor position. The team is seeking a professional with a focus on industry and policy community partnerships.
 

Competitive candidates will have a decade or more of government engagement experience in senior government management, particularly executive-level coordination with international governments, and a history of international and transnational relationship building. Competitive candidates should be able to independently manage relationships with domestic and international funder groups and have experience in conflict management and resolution in high-sensitivity areas. Competitive candidates will also have experience in research translation and be eligible to work in Switzerland.

Areas of interest include:

• Evidence-based policymaking

• Research on improving the use of scientific evidence for decision-making

•  Science communication for policy audiences

• Experimental study of strategies to accelerate research translation

 
We are particularly interested in research studying methods to bring scientists and policymakers together to support collaborative efforts to develop evidence-based policy. Successful applicants should demonstrate:

• A clear program of research

• Growing publication record

• The capacity to support and

• Lead grant proposals
   

An earned master's and the promise of outstanding scholarly accomplishments are required, including a history of leading research projects and grant proposals. The vision of the EIC is to enhance how research evidence and data are used in decision-making processes to create a positive impact and improve lives. Our team accomplishes this vision through transdisciplinary collaborations, generating and disseminating research evidence to policymakers, and computationally intensive economic evaluations of social programs. The EIC has a wide funding portfolio, including foundations, NSF, NIH, and state-level government grants.

Review of applications and nominations will begin immediately and will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Terrones Lab in the Department of Physics at Penn State is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar to conduct research to grow different low dimensional materials that include carbon nanotubes (single and multi-walled) as well as monolayers of transition metal dichalcogenides such as MoSe2, WSe2, WTe2, MoTe2, WS2 and MoS2. The synthesis methods should include top-down (chemical intercalation/exfoliation) and bottom-up (chemical vapor deposition) approaches. In addition the researcher needs to have experience in the characterization of low dimensional materials using Raman and photoluminescence spectroscopy, transmission electron microscopy, transmission scanning microscopy, X-ray Photoelectron spectroscopy and other allied techniques. 

Education and Experience

This position requires a PhD. The successful candidate will possess excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication (both oral and written) skills and should have experience drafting and writing scientific manuscripts.

Additional Information

This is a term appointment funded for one year from date of hire with excellent possibility of refunding. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Our lab is committed to advancing diversity and inclusion efforts at Penn State and we encourage individuals who identify as members of groups historically underrepresented in STEM to apply.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Department of Ecosystem Science and Management

College of Agricultural Sciences, The Pennsylvania State University

POSITION Professor and Department Head, Ecosystem Science and Management

STARTING DATE     Negotiable

RESPONSIBILITIES   

The College of Agricultural Sciences at The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a dynamic individual to lead the Department Ecosystem Science and Management (ESM). The Department’s land-grant mission is to ensure a vibrant future for humanity by preserving ecosystems, promoting inclusivity, fostering scientific breakthroughs, educating students for impactful careers, inspiring future leaders, and collaborating on innovative solutions to major environmental challenges. Our mission is achieved through nationally and internationally recognized research, teaching, and outreach activities in key ecosystem science disciplines involving forest health, restoring ecosystem function and service, scaling up ecosystem management, and watershed resilience, with an emphasis on applications in forestry, wildlife, fisheries, water, soils, and agriculture. ESM is home to three graduate programs, two undergraduate majors, and three minors, and it participates in four inter-college graduate degree programs and four inter-college dual-title degree programs. ESM is the academic home of a collaborative team of 34 interdisciplinary faculty and 30 staff. Penn State has 20 campuses, 17,500 faculty and staff and 88,000 students and is ranked among the top public universities. 

The Head is the Department's academic leader and administrative officer and provides intellectual and organizational leadership for ESM. The Head reports directly to the Dean of the College of Agricultural Sciences.  

Responsibilities include:

• Create and maintain an environment that facilitates 1) a strong sense of community; 2) an effective shared vision; 3) a highly productive, innovative, and entrepreneurial faculty and staff; 4) collaborative opportunities, and 5) a mutually supportive, encouraging, diverse and intellectually stimulating environment for students, staff, and faculty. 
• Lead faculty and staff in implementing and enhancing the Department's undergraduate and graduate education programs, Cooperative Extension, and outreach initiatives to ensure programs are responsive to the evolving interests and needs of students and society.
• Guide and enhance the Department's research environment to assure that programs meet the needs of stakeholders and sponsors.
• Proactively engage Extension, and enhance the Department’s state, national and international reputation.
• Administer and manage the Department's academic affairs, personnel, finances, and physical facilities.  
• Represent, promote, and advocate for the Department within the College and University, and with interdisciplinary groups, alumni, and other private and public stakeholders within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and beyond.  
• Support development programs to attract external support for educational programs, research initiatives, centers and institutes, and Extension engagement strategies.

QUALIFICATIONS       Earned doctorate and a record of scholarly activity that would qualify for the rank of professor with tenure is required.

Desirable attributes include:

• Demonstrated effective management and administrative leadership of a multi-disciplinary, multi-function department. 
• Significant understanding and appreciation of the evolving mission of the land-grant university system, and of expectations, opportunities and constraints facing faculty and departments in public research and education institutions. 
• Demonstrated ability to manage budget priorities and balance a diverse array of needs within the Department.
• Demonstrated ability in and commitment to effective leadership that stresses participatory decision-making.
• Strong personnel management experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Proven ability and commitment to mentoring faculty, staff, and departmental personnel at all career stages and providing support for professional development.

SALARY Competitive, commensurate with background and experience. An attractive benefits packages is provided.

APPLICATION  Apply online at https://hr.psu.edu/careers to REQ_0000052218. Applications should include:

A letter of application that states an applicant’s specific interest in the position, qualifications, previous professional and administrative responsibilities, and achievements. Statement of leadership philosophy Provide a “Reflection on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging” document as part the application. Curriculum vitae (C.V.) which includes statement of current position and responsibilities. Contact information for at least three professional references.

Review of applications will begin April 10, 2024, and continue until a suitable applicant is identified. Inquiries can be addressed to Dr. K. Sandeep Prabhu (ksp4@psu.edu). To learn more about the Department of Ecosystem Science and Management, visit: https://ecosystems.psu.edu/

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The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in all its forms.   We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive.  We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission. 

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