Penn State University
The Director of the Materials Research Institute (MRI) at Penn State leads a large, internationally recognized institute advancing interdisciplinary materials science and engineering. The role partners closely with university leadership to shape institute direction, sustain Penn State’s national standing in materials research, and strengthen collaborations across colleges and external organizations. The position is a faculty-track leadership appointment, with the director expected to maintain an active research presence while serving as the institute’s senior leader.
Headquarters
University Park, Pennsylvania, United States
Company Size
10001+ employees
Founded
1855
Penn State (The Pennsylvania State University) is a top-ranked, public land‑grant research university founded in 1855 with a multi-campus system led by its flagship at University Park. It provides undergraduate, graduate, professional, and online degree programs across a wide range of disciplines while supporting extensive research, extension, and public-service activities. The university is known for its large-scale research and innovation, global education initiatives, and strong industry and alumni networks. Students and partners choose Penn State for its academic breadth, research resources, and statewide and international reach.
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Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
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Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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