Postdoctoral Research Scholar - Mechanical Engineering

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Penn State University is seeking a talented, ambitious, and hard-working Postdoctoral Research Scholar in the field of advanced manufacturing in theSHAPE Lab group.

• Develop digital manufacturing technology through education, research and development efforts

• Document efforts in 3D sand-printing, additive manufacturing, AR/VR, and characterization workflow

• Generate computational codes (Python, Unity, C, C++) to integrate design with the advanced manufacturing digital workflow

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering, or related fields and significant priorresearch experience in manufacturing processes

• Applicants are required to have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate in an appropriate field and be able to provide evidence that all requirements have been met for completion of the Ph.D. prior to the effective date of hire

• Strong prior experience in advanced manufacturing methods - in particular additive manufacturing, binder jetting, metallurgy, metal casting, mechanical testing and machining methods - is required, experience with manufacturing education outreach and technical communication is a major asset

Additional Information:

We also look for good oral and written communication skill; ability to work both independently and in a team environment; proficiency with Python, C, C++, Unity, Fortan or other relevant coding methods.

This is a term position funded for one year from date of hire with a good possibility of re-funding.

Due to a large number of applications expected, only the most qualified applicants for these positions will be contacted. Due to the nature of funding, some restrictions on citizenship of applicants apply. Remuneration will be based on post-PhD experience of the applicant. This position will be located at Penn State in University Park.

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