Assistant Professor of Chemical Biological & Bioengineering

North Carolina A&T State University; Greensboro (NC); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking an Assistant Professor in Chemical Biological & Bioengineering to teach and conduct research. This role involves developing curriculum and mentoring students while engaging in innovative research projects. The university is recognized for its excellence in STEM education and offers a collaborative environment for academic growth. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this position provides an opportunity to impact the next generation of engineers. If you are passionate about teaching and research, this is the ideal role for you.

Benefits

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave

Community Service Leave

Health Benefits

Vision and Dental Insurance

12 Paid Holidays

Retirement Plans

Employee Assistance Program

Campus Recreation Center Discount

University Bookstore Discount

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemical Engineering or related field is required.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and research must be demonstrated.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in chemical engineering.
• Conduct funded research and engage in student advising.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Student Advising

Curriculum Development

Mentoring

Education

PhD in Chemical Engineering

Master's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Assistant Professor of Chemical Biological & Bioengineering

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T 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. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex - Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans - 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount
• and more

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

Classification Information

Classification Type

Classification Type EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position

The primary responsibilities for this position include teaching undergraduate and graduate level courses, conducting cutting edge and funded research; student advising, mentoring and recruitment; curriculum development, producing scholarly products and all other activities required for a successful academic career. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, engaging in accreditation procedures, program assessment and service to the department, College and University as needed.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

N.C. A&T is a public, land-grant, doctoral research institution and has been the largest historically Black university in the country for the past decade. With an enrollment of over 14,000 students in Fall 2024, the university offers 59 undergraduate degree programs, 36 master’s programs, and 12 doctoral programs. It is America’s top producer of Black graduates in Engineering and Agricultural Science bachelor’s programs, as well as a top five producer in numerous additional disciplines, including Liberal Arts and Communications/Journalism. It also ranks no. 3 in master’s degrees awarded to Black graduates in Engineering Technologies and Related Fields, no. 4 in master’s degrees in Engineering, and no. 11 best business school for women in the nation.

Nationally recognized for its leadership and excellence in STEM education and research, N.C. A&T is classified as “R2-High Research Activity” in the Carnegie Classifications and is poised to achieve “R1-Very High Research Activity” status. It also holds Carnegie’s earned credential in Community Engagement and the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities ( APLU ) Innovation and Economic Prosperity designation. With an annual economic impact of $2.4 billion, N.C. A&T plays a vital role as a higher-education economic driver in North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad region and across a state that is ranked No. 1 in the nation for the second straight year as “best for business” by the CNBC financial network.

The College of Engineering, with over 2,400 students, has EAC ABET -accredited undergraduate programs in Architectural, Bio-, Biological, Civil, Chemical, Computer, Electrical, Industrial, and Mechanical Engineering, as well as a CAC ABET -accredited program in Computer Science. At the Graduate level, the College has 8 Master’s of Science Degree programs and 5 Doctoral programs. Additional information about the College and the University can be found at www.ncat.edu/coe.

The Department of Chemical, Biological, and Bio- Engineering offers ABET -accredited Bachelors of Science programs in Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, and Biological Engineering, and offers Masters of Science programs in Bioengineering and Chemical Engineering. The Department has 12 full-time faculty members in engineering, 4 staff members. Major research includes the NSF
Engineering Research Center for Revolutionizing Metallic Biomaterials, the NSF CREST Bioenergy Center, the NSF RED project “A Revolution in Engineering Education Motivated by Needs and Designs,” and the US Army-funded Biotechnology Center. Educational and research programs in the Department emphasize engineering solutions for problems in healthcare, energy and the environment. Additional information about the Department can be found at www.ncat.edu/coe/departments/cbbe.

PhD in Chemical Engineering or a related engineering area is required. A sincere commitment to excellence in teaching, and an ability to conduct high quality, externally funded research in an area of chemical, biochemical or biomedical engineering must be demonstrated.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

Preferred research areas are artificial intelligence, chemical process control, and modeling. Candidates must be willing and able to teach core chemical engineering courses in thermodynamics, transport processes, process control, and reaction engineering. Post-doctoral experience is desirable.

Required License or Certification

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.

Position Information

Working Title

Working Title Assistant Professor of Chemical Biological & Bioengineering

Position Number

Position Number 001097

Recruitment Salary Range

Recruitment Salary Range Commensurate with education and experience

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track Yes

FTE

FTE 40 hours/week, 9 months

Organizational Division

Organizational Division Chemical Biological & Bioengineering

Organizational Location

Organizational Location College of Engineering

Organizational Unit

Organizational Unit Chemical Biological & Bioengineering

Posting Number

Posting Number EPA2659

Open Date

Open Date 04/23/2025

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled

Open Until Filled Yes

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search

Date Position Available

Date Position Available Jan 2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T 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. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS )
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount
• and more

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

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Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Philosophy
• Research Statement
• Bachelor's Degree - Copy of transcripts
• Master's Degree - Copy of transcripts
• Ph.D. - Copy of transcripts
Optional Documents
• Letter of Reference 1
• Letter of Reference 2
• Letter of Reference 3
• Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD-214)
• Other Document
• Other Degree - Copy of transcripts

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