Open Rank - Assistant / Associate / Full Professor

North Carolina State University; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Retirement Programs

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Programs

Job summary

NC State University in Raleigh invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track faculty position at open rank in Nuclear Engineering. The role emphasizes advancing research in areas such as advanced reactor design, thermohydraulics, and materials, with opportunities across interdisciplinary fields and digital engineering.

You will build a competitive research program, secure external funding, publish in peer‑reviewed venues, and teach undergraduates and graduates while mentoring students.

Qualifications

• PhD in Nuclear Engineering or closely related field and a minimum of 2 years academic (post doc/research scholar/faculty) or national lab or industry experience.
• Familiarity with nuclear science and engineering areas and high-technology or digital engineering applications.
• Proven ability to conduct and disseminate scholarly research through peer‑reviewed publications.

Responsibilities

• Advance research in focus areas or emerging fields that complement department strengths.
• Build a sustainable research program with proposals and external funding.
• Disseminate research findings through publications and presentations.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses including Introduction to Nuclear Engineering and senior design projects.
• Develop graduate courses reflecting your research and emerging developments.
• Mentor MS and PhD students conducting research in related fields.
• Foster experimental, computational, and interdisciplinary collaborations.

Skills

Computational research

Experimental research

Digital engineering

Scholarly publishing

Education

PhD in Nuclear Engineering or closely related field

Job description

Posting Information

Posting Number: PG194919EP

Internal Recruitment: No

Working Title: Open Rank - Assistant / Associate / Full Professor

Anticipated Hiring Range: Rank and Salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Work Schedule: Core Business Hours: Monday - Friday; 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; hours vary depending on teaching and research schedules.

Job Location: Raleigh, NC

Department: Nuclear Engineering

About the Department: The Department of Nuclear Engineering offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in Nuclear Engineering. We are the only nuclear engineering program in the state of North Carolina and one of the premier departments in the southeast United States. The Carolinas currently contributes to the advancement of the nuclear enterprise regionally, nationally and internationally. The State of North Carolina has accepted new/updated energy policy with accelerated clean energy strategy to achieve net-zero complete transition by 2050, which include the nuclear energy as part of clean energy mix. The State of North Carolina is also committed to expanding engineering education and research including the expansion of COE at NCSU to address the growing need of advanced engineering skill in emerging areas. Nationally and internationally the United States is leading the clean energy economy of the future with initiatives across a range of sectors and all stages of innovation: research, development, and deployment. The advanced nuclear reactor technology will be an important contributor to a decarbonized power sector and net zero future. Moving to a net-zero economy would create millions of new jobs worldwide by 2030 across energy, construction, and automotive sectors, 65% of which will be high-skilled jobs. The United States is committed to realizing not only the emissions reductions potential, but also the economic growth and jobs creation opportunities across key sectors. Through collaborative efforts of various stakeholders, NC State's Nuclear Engineering Department is increasing its footprint on the national and global level in both advanced nuclear energy developments and implementations and state-of-the-art nuclear science and engineering applications in emerging technological and digital engineering areas.

Additional information: With an increasing faculty population and research areas/projects, there is greater opportunity for learning in the broad areas of advanced nuclear reactor engineering, radiation detection and admeasurements, nuclear materials, security and non-proliferation, computational science and digital engineering, plasma science and engineering, radiological and waste engineering, and advanced nuclear applications in emerging high-technology, bioengineering and digital engineering areas.

Please see https://www.ne.ncsu.edu/ for more information on the organizational unit.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties

The Department of Nuclear Engineering at North Carolina State University invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank, beginning August 2027. We welcome candidates whose expertise advances nuclear engineering in areas such as advanced reactor design, thermohydraulics, and materials, as well as emerging interdisciplinary fields.

As a faculty member, you will help advance nuclear technologies to meet growing energy needs while strengthening the department's experimental and computational research capabilities. Your work may span next-generation reactor systems, nuclear materials, intelligent energy systems, or the intersections of nuclear technology with digital engineering, infrastructure investment, climate change mitigation, and community engagement. Through research, teaching, and mentorship, you will contribute to the future of nuclear energy and the engineers who will shape it.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advance research and scholarship in the department's focus areas or emerging fields that complement its strengths.
• Build a sustainable research program by developing proposals and securing external funding.
• Disseminate research findings through peer‑reviewed publications and technical presentations.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses, including Introduction to Nuclear Engineering and senior design projects.
• Develop graduate courses that reflect your research expertise and emerging developments in nuclear engineering.
• Mentor and supervise MS and PhD students conducting research in related fields.
• Foster experimental, computational, and interdisciplinary collaborations that expand the department's research capabilities.

Bring your expertise, collaborative approach, and commitment to teaching and mentorship to NC State.

Other Responsibilities

In addition to the core responsibilities of this role, there will be occasional opportunities to take on additional duties. This offers an opportunity to build on your skills, explore new areas, and gain a deeper understanding of the department's operations.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

PhD in Nuclear Engineering or closely related field and a minimum of 2 years academic (post doc/research scholar/faculty) or national lab or industry experience.

Other Required Qualifications

• Familiarity and computational and/or experimental research experience in nuclear science and engineering, including advanced nuclear systems, thermohydraulics, nuclear materials, plasma science and engineering, radiological and waste engineering, or health physics.
• Knowledge of or experience applying high technology or digital engineering to nuclear science and engineering, such as advanced modeling and simulation, quantum computing, intelligent nuclear energy systems, machine learning, or artificial intelligence.
• Proven ability to conduct and disseminate scholarly research through peer‑reviewed publications and technical presentations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience conducting research across disciplines, including areas such as nuclear technology, energy infrastructure, climate change mitigation, or community engagement, and preparing research proposals to secure external funding.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to or lead research within interdisciplinary teams and strengthen experimental and computational research capabilities.
• Evidence of teaching, training, advising, or mentoring students

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required

No

Commercial Driver's License required

No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date: 10/13/2026

Anticipated Close Date: 11/15/2026, if posting is active we are still accepting and reviewing applications

Position Details

Position Number: 00000682

Position Type: Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week): 1.00

Appointment: 9 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather: Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events: Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Department ID: 141101 - Nuclear Engineering

EEO

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.

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