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Tenure-Track Assistant or Associate Professor, Acoustics The Graduate Program in Acoustics at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a tenure-line faculty position in acoustics. The position is open at the Associate Professor level, although exceptionally well qualified applicants at all levels may be considered. The Program seeks candidates with research expertise in acoustics from any sub-discipline and an ability to teach acoustics at the graduate level is essential. Research areas of interest for the position include, but are not limited to, transducers and biomedical ultrasound. The goal of this search is to identify the strongest candidate regardless of specialization. The Graduate Program in Acoustics is one of the world's premier resources in acoustics education and research, and it was established in 1965. There are currently 48 Acoustics faculty members from Penn State who contribute to the missions of teaching, research, and service. The Program offers the M.Eng., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in acoustics. There are over 50 resident Acoustics graduate students at the University Park campus, and over 80 students who are seeking M.Eng. degrees through the distance learning option. The Acoustics Program is administratively aligned with the Department of Aerospace Engineering in the Penn State College of Engineering, but maintains separate curricula, examinations, space, and budgets. Penn State Acoustics also maintains a strong relationship with the Penn State Applied Research Laboratory (ARL), a university center of excellence in defense science, systems, and technologies with a focus on naval missions and related areas. The Acoustics Program also supports the Penn State Center for Acoustics and Vibration (CAV) that serves as a base for technology transfer to industry in the many sub-disciplines of acoustics and vibration. Penn State Acoustics faculty members are also involved with the Materials Research Institute, the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences, the Penn State Institutes of Energy and the Environment, the Social, Life, and Engineering Sciences Imaging Center, or have collaborations with the College of Medicine. The University is one of the nation's leaders in industry-sponsored research, with partnerships with over 400 companies on an annual basis. Qualifications: Applicants shall hold a Ph.D. or equivalent in acoustics, engineering, science, or closely related areas at the time of beginning their Penn State appointment. Candidates will be expected to engage in graduate level instruction both in the fundamentals of acoustics and in their area of expertise. In parallel, all candidates are expected to establish an externally funded research program, supporting graduate students, and to publish in high quality academic journals. Salary: Competitive and commensurate with background and experiences. An attractive benefits package is available. State College, Pennsylvania has great local schools, closeness to nature, the arts, sports, and a population dedicated to excellence. Application: Applicants shall upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, statement of teaching philosophy, and the names and complete contact information of three professional references. Academic transcripts are also required for applicants who received their Ph.D. within the last five years. All this documentation should be uploaded in a single PDF file to this listing. Inquiries should be directed to mailto:AcousticsFacSearch@engr.psu.edu. For information about Penn State Acoustics and related units, please see: Graduate Program in Acoustics, http:www.acs.psu.edu; Department of Aerospace Engineering, http://www.aero.psu.edu; Center for Acoustics and Vibration, http://www.cav.psu.edu; Applied Research Laboratory, http://www.arl.psu.edu. Review of Applications will begin on January 4, 2019, and continue until a suitable candidate is found. Desired start date is July 1, 2019 or soon thereafter. Apply online at http://apptrkr.com/1309874 CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: For more about safety at Penn State, and to review the Annual Security Report which contains information about crime statistics and other safety and security matters, please go to http://www.police.psu.edu/clery/, which will also provide you with detail on how to request a hard copy of the Annual Security Report. Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Copyright ©2017 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. https://www.jobelephant.com/ jeid-808e62f4d358c144a8a020cd64663e5f

Research Faculty (Structural Acoustics Engineer) Careers at the Applied Research Laboratory at the Pennsylvania State University WE Are… The Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation and serves as a University Center of Excellence in Defense science, systems, and technologies with a focus in naval missions and related areas. As a DoD-designated, U.S. Navy UARC (University Affiliated Research Center), ARL maintains a long-term strategic relationship with the U.S. Navy and provides support for other services. We are searching for a Structural Acoustics Engineer to join our Structural Acoustics Department in the Fluid Dynamics and Acoustics Office as a faculty member to perform modeling and measurement research in the area of structural acoustics for a wide range of possible applications including marine vehicles, aviation, and renewable and non-renewable energy production. WE Offer… Employment at ARL includes many benefits and rewards, including: • Professional Development • Career Advancement Opportunities • 75% Tuition Discount for you and your family • Safe and Diverse Community • College Sporting Event Mecca • World-Class Entertainment Facilities and Events • Cultural Events • Good Public Education System • Activities for All Stages of your Life What YOU Will Do… Responsibilities include: Prepare and conduct experiments at ARL, as well as various off-site testing facilities, using advanced instrumentation; identify and perform appropriate numerical and analytical modeling; write and submit proposals for funded research; cultivate relationships with existing and potential government and industry sponsors; collaborate with other research and academic faculty at Penn State; and document research activities in technical reports and peer reviewed publications. What YOU Need to be Successful… Faculty rank will be commensurate with education level and experience. Minimum requirements include a PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Engineering Science and Mechanics, or a related field plus five years of related work experience. Preferred experience/skills: • Familiarity with data acquisition systems and multiple-input-multiple-output measurements • Proficiency in programming within the Matlab environment and in a compiled language such as C/C++ or FORTRAN • Familiarity with government research programs and the proposal submission process • Proficiency in finite element modeling using commercial programs such as Nastran and/or Abaqus • Expertise in vibration and acoustics measurements, experimental modal analysis techniques, and finite element and boundary element analysis Required experience/skills: • Good written and verbal communication skills • The ability to work independently and meet project schedule requirements • The ability to work effectively in a team environment Occasional domestic and international travel will be required to support testing. You will be subject to a government security investigation, and you must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the Applied Research Laboratory will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen. This is a one year, fixed-term renewable appointment. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at http://www.arl.psu.edu. Apply online at http://apptrkr.com/1284550 CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: For more about safety at Penn State, and to review the Annual Security Report which contains information about crime statistics and other safety and security matters, please go to http://www.police.psu.edu/clery/, which will also provide you with detail on how to request a hard copy of the Annual Security Report. Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Copyright ©2017 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. https://www.jobelephant.com/ jeid-7c3bfab3a4fdd94fbaa5c20abe5c6879

Data Analyst Housed within the Office of the Senior Vice President for Finance and Business, and reporting directly to the Associate Vice President for Finance and Business, the Organizational Change Management office (OCM) and the Office of Diversity and Inclusion (ODI), are looking to hire a Data Analyst who can provide leadership and guidance for their respective offices. This position calls for an intentional, driven, collaborative, and self-motivated individual with a passion for creating long lasting change at the institution. Duties of the successful candidate will include, but may not be limited to: building and conducting surveys/assessments; assisting with selecting relevant metrics/measurements, tools and models; gathering and analyzing data from multiple online databases and sources; and developing and presenting reports to a wide variety of audiences. The successful candidate must be knowledgeable of performing statistical analysis as well as possess the capability to maintain and utilize databases to further support each office. Due to the high profile nature of this position, the successful candidate will also be charged with interacting regularly with stakeholders and university affiliates and should be comfortable utilizing appropriate project management strategies for supporting successful change efforts across a broad range of programs and initiatives. Of particular note, the successful candidate will be instrumental in the process of creating dashboards, tracking, monitoring, and analyzing Key Performance Indicators across all Finance and Business units. Further, Finance and Business is committed to hiring individuals who understand and appreciate the diverse backgrounds and personal characteristics of colleagues and stakeholders while acknowledging that these differences help to enrich our work environments. As such, it is imperative that the successful candidate be able to effectively interact with diverse audiences, understand and appreciate the value of creating and sustaining an inclusive work environment, and be able engage with others in a professional and respectful manner regardless of their personal background or belief. This job will be filled as a level 3, or level 4, depending upon the successful candidate's competencies, education, and experience. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree or higher plus three years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience for a level 3. Additional experience and/or education and competencies are required for higher level jobs. This is a fixed-term appointment funded for one year from date of hire with excellent possibility of re-funding. Apply online at http://apptrkr.com/1254237 CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: For more about safety at Penn State, and to review the Annual Security Report which contains information about crime statistics and other safety and security matters, please go to http://www.police.psu.edu/clery/, which will also provide you with detail on how to request a hard copy of the Annual Security Report. Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Copyright ©2017 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. https://www.jobelephant.com/ jeid-ccf0da48d726db4bab516823ab263160