Director, Materials Research Institute
Penn State University(3 months ago)
About this role
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.
Required Skills
- Strategic Leadership
- Interdisciplinary Research
- Research Strategy
- Stakeholder Management
- Collaboration Building
- Fundraising
- Sponsored Research
- Industry Partnerships
- Program Development
- Faculty Leadership
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Qualifications
- PhD
- U.S. Citizen
About Penn State University
psu.eduPenn 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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