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University of Pennsylvania · 1 day ago

Research Scientist - Materials Science and Engineering - Penn Engineering

LRSM

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$66K/yr - $90K/yr

3+ years exp

The University of Pennsylvania is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. The Research Scientist will conduct research in materials characterization, focusing on thin film semiconductor devices and energy storage applications, while overseeing lab operations and training group members.

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Responsibilities

Conduct hands-on materials science research in the lab; present research at internal group meetings, events, external conferences, and workshops; write and publish research articles; co-write reports for funding agencies with the PI; review submitted manuscripts for journals; and present work at project meetings with collaborators and funding agencies

Train students and postdocs to minimize time for lab onboarding and familiarization. Support and supervise students and postdocs to maximize research productivity and rigor

Search for research funding opportunities; proofread, edit, and write research grant proposals. Oversee the management, usage and distribution of budgets

Supervise, maintain and oversee laboratory equipment and its usage. Oversee laboratory organization, safety, materials, supplies, samples, processes, and communications. Recommend and oversee implementation of ideas for improving laboratory function

Co-teach graduate and undergraduate courses during some semesters. Guest lecture for PI as needed