Post-Doctoral Scholar â High-Performance Low-Carbon Concrete
Post-Doctoral Scholar â High-Performance Low-Carbon Concrete
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Post-Doctoral Position High-Performance Low-Carbon Concrete Rajabipours Lab
Dr. Farshad Rajabipours research group in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at Penn State invites applications for a post-doctoral scholar position focused on the development of high-performance low-carbon cements and concretes for infrastructure applications. The group leads cutting-edge research in areas of concrete decarbonization utilization of marginal and nonconventional pozzolans prediction and mitigation of alkali-silica reaction and development of sensors for assessing concrete quality and durability. This position offers exceptional opportunities for leadership and collaboration across these research domains including partnerships with academic and industrial R&D teams both in the U.S. and internationally. Dr. Rajabipour seeks a highly motivated and knowledgeable candidate eager to expand their expertise while contributing to the management and execution of research projects and mentoring of graduate students.
The required qualifications are:
PhD degree in Civil Engineering Materials Science Chemical Engineering or related field
Extensive research experience related to concrete materials and their characterization
Strong track record in scientific contributions supported by peer-reviewed publications
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
To apply please submit a single PDF file (5MB max) that includes: a cover letter a curriculum vitae and the contact information for three professional references. Apply to job#at . Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For questions please contact Dr. Rajabipour at or 1-.
CEE and Dr. Rajabipour are committed to effective mentorship and growth of postdocs. The selected candidate will join a highly collaborative team of faculty and researchers within CEEs Materials Innovation Studio the Civil Infrastructure Testing and Evaluation Lab the Additive Construction Lab and the Materials Research Institute. Teaching opportunities may be available depending on the candidates interest. Additional resources and career development opportunities are available through the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs.
The position is housed within the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Penn State. CEEs vision is to achieve the highest quality of life for all through sustainable and resilient civil infrastructure systems. CEE faculty lead pioneering research in five key areas: Safe and equitable transportation systems Sustainable solutions for water Infrastructure resilience and adaptation Decarbonization of the built environment and AI for sustainability. CEE is a vibrant and dynamic unit with 35 faculty members 16 staff members more than 460 undergraduate students and more than 120 graduate students and postdocs. Our programs are highly ranked by the U.S. News and World Report with top 15 and top 25 national rankings at the undergraduate and graduate levels respectively. CEE is home to outstanding faculty members including 7 NSF CAREER Award recipients and a member of the National Academy of Engineering. In Fall 2024 CEE moved to the new LEED certified Engineering Collaborative Research and Education (ECoRE) building featuring 9 active-learning classrooms and 51000 square feet in support of research with state-of-the-art laboratories. Please see for additional information about the department.
The College of Engineering at Penn State prepares current and future generations for impactful careers as practicing engineers managers researchers educators and community leaders through highly ranked residential and online programs. We provide innovative educational experiences and supportive programs designed to foster a more welcoming community. In collaboration with industry non-profit organizations governmental agencies and other academic institutions and partners our faculty lead research initiatives across all areas of engineering that create jobs fuel economic growth inform policy solve global problems and positively impact humanity.
This position is located in State College Pennsylvania which has been repeatedly voted as one of the most desirable and safest places to live in the United States. State College fosters a vibrant diverse and sustainable community. The region hosts outstanding public schools reasonable housing costs a calendar of social and cultural events and abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. State College is served by a regional airport and is within driving distance to Philadelphia Pittsburgh Washington DC Baltimore and New York City. Please see for more information.
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Employment Type
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