Assistant Professor of Engineering

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POSITION SPECIFICS

Penn State Berks (Reading, PA) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Engineering, beginning August 2027. Penn State Berks, a college of the Pennsylvania State University, offers the collegiality of a small college with the strength of a well-respected research university. For more information visit our website at https://berks.psu.edu/.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities include teaching mechanics courses such as Dynamics, Vibrations, and Machine Design, and Capstone Design, as well as programming courses in MATLAB and LabView, and other related courses. The courses are part of the BS in Mechanical Engineering, BS in Electromechanical Engineering Technology programs and other programs in the College of Engineering. This position carries a teaching load of nine contact hours (approximately three courses) per semester. The successful candidate will conduct robust research that leads to publications in scholarly journals, will advise students and will provide service to the program, division, college, community, and profession. Penn State Berks encourages active and collaborative learning, including undergraduate research, and a commitment to supporting learners in the classroom. Berks is an emerging HSI and is committed to serving local students and engaging with the community.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants are required to have a doctorate in mechanical engineering or a closely related engineering field by August 15, 2027.    

HOW TO APPLY:

All application materials must be submitted via the Penn State career site as a single pdf file and should include:

• Cover letter

• Resume or curriculum vitae that includes names, addresses (including email), and phone numbers of three professional references

• Statement of teaching philosophy

• Statement of research philosophy

SCHEDULE:

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled. Review will begin immediately for an employment start date in fall semester, August 2027.

INQUIRIES:

Email Dr. Matthew Rhudy, Search Chair, at [email protected] with questions regarding the position. In all emails, please write “TT Engineering Faculty 2027” in the subject line.

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. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)

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