Assistant Professor - Molecular Materials and Machines

NC State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare benefits

Wellness & Recreation Membership

Wellness Programs

Job summary

NC State University in Raleigh, NC invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Molecular Materials and Machines. The candidate will develop an externally funded research program, lead independent projects, teach organic- and physical-chemistry at graduate and undergraduate levels, and mentor students.

Desirable qualifications include designing biomolecular materials and machines, interest in data-driven/AI-guided design, and collaboration within a supportive,

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry or a closely related field required by start date.
• Demonstrated ability to carry out innovative and impactful research.
• Interest in teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Interest in mentoring and training graduate students.
• At least one year of post-doctoral experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop a robust, externally funded research program.
• Lead an independent research program and engage in collaboration at NC State and the Research Triangle.
• Teach organic- and physical-chemistry and related topics at graduate and undergraduate levels.
• Mentor graduate students and other scholars.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Research design

Teaching

Mentoring

Post-doctoral experience

Education

PhD in Chemistry or closely related field

Job description

Assistant Professor - Molecular Materials and Machines

Review of applications will begin immediately. Applicants should upload the following documents as part of their application:

• Curriculum Vitae (including a full list of publications)
• Contact Information for References
• Research Statement (maximum six pages) comprising a detailed plan for a research program.
• Teaching Statement (2 pages) highlighting pedagogical approaches, student engagement, and mentoring.
• An optional one-page executive summary outlining the need for any specialized equipment or infrastructure that your research program will need to be successful at NC State may be uploaded as Other Document (1).

Applications must be submitted electronically via the NCSU employment portal.

About the Department

The Department of Chemistry at NC State University provides professional education for chemists at the undergraduate and graduate levels; teaches introductory chemistry courses, which are needed by students enrolled in other department programs; advances the discipline of chemistry by conducting research; serves the public by sharing information about chemistry through a variety of mechanisms and services; and commits to creating environments that are in alignment with our mission, vision and values. Our department is home to award-winning faculty and is one of NC State’s top producers of patent and invention disclosures. More information about the department can be found at https://chemistry.sciences.ncsu.edu/. While working in this department, you will be expected to foster a supportive and welcoming environment. NC State promotes an integrated approach to problem solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological development across North Carolina and around the world. NC State’s land grant mission of teaching, research and service is dedicated to the service of North Carolina and its people. Applicants are encouraged to review the institution’s mission, vision and strategic plan, and consider how their background, interest and experience would enable them to support the university.

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Job Description

The Department of Chemistry at North Carolina State University invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in the broadly-defined areas of Molecular Materials and Machines. We seek candidates researching the design principles by which (macro)molecules, supramolecular assemblies, and designed biomolecules become functional matter. Examples include, but are not limited to: molecular machines, switches, and mechanically interlocked architectures; de novo design of biomacromolecular materials and assemblies; framework, supramolecular, and discrete molecular materials with transport, switching, or device function; and adaptive, dynamic, and stimuli-responsive molecular matter. Experimental programs as well as those that integrate computation and theory will be considered. Programs that integrate or aim to build toward data-driven/AI-guided design and/or autonomous/closed-loop experimentation are particularly encouraged. In this role, you will have access to extensive shared facilities, including the METRIC center for mass spectrometry, NMR / EPR , and X-ray crystallography; time-resolved spectroscopy ( Imaging and Kinetics Spectroscopy Lab ); bioanalytical instrumentation ( BioCore ); electron microscopy ( Analytical Instrumentation Facility ); nanofabrication ( NNF); device characterization through the ORaCEL organic-electronics labs; campus high-performance computing ; and the self-driving laboratories of the NC State-led $20M NSF SPEED autonomous-experimentation facility with expected availability in 2027.

• Develop a robust, externally funded research program.
• Lead an independent research program and engage in collaborative research at North Carolina State University and the Research Triangle.
• Teach organic- and physical-chemistry and related topics at the graduate and undergraduate level.
• Mentor graduate students and other scholars.

Other Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

A PhD in Chemistry or a closely related field from an appropriately accredited institution is required by the start date.

Other Required Qualifications

N/A

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrable ability to carry out innovative and impactful research.
• Demonstrable expertise in the design of (bio)molecular materials and machines, or related topics.
• Demonstrable interest in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Demonstrable interest in mentoring and training graduate students.
• At least one year of post-doctoral experience.

License and Certification Requirements

Valid NC Driver's License required

Commercial Driver's License required

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date 10/21/2026

Anticipated Close Date 11/29/2026 [If the posting is still active after this date, applications are still being accepted and will be reviewed.]

Equal Opportunity & Diversity Statement

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail] . Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

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• * How did you learn of this opportunity?
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  • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
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• If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.

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Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Contact Information for References
• Research Statement
• Teaching Statement

Optional Documents

• Other Document (1)

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