Open Rank Faculty - Materials Science and Engineering

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

Job summary

NC State University in Raleigh, NC invites applications for open rank faculty in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. The position covers research, teaching, and service across all materials disciplines.

We seek individuals with a PhD and a strong record of research leadership, interdisciplinary collaboration, and commitment to student mentorship in a land‑grant, research‑intensive university environment.

Qualifications

• PhD in Materials Science and Engineering or related discipline at the time of appointment.
• Demonstrate the potential for, or an established record of, internationally recognized research accomplishments.
• Senior candidates will be able to show their record, vision, and skills to lead collaborative, multidisciplinary research efforts.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering creative teaching and instructional methods to enhance our undergraduate and graduate curricula.

Responsibilities

• Mentoring graduate and undergraduate students in research and career development
• Maintaining a robust, safe, well‑recognized, and well‑supported research program
• Developing and implementing modern education and teaching tools;
• Aiding in maintaining the department, college, and university through participation in committees and similar activities
• Participating and pursuing leadership positions in professional societies
• Participating in outreach and economic development activities as expected for a land‑grant institution

Skills

Mentoring

Research leadership

Teaching

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD in Materials Science and Engineering or related field

Job description

Open Rank Faculty - Materials Science and Engineering

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Posting Information

Posting Number

Posting Number PG195022EP

Internal Recruitment

Internal Recruitment No

Working Title

Working Title Open Rank Faculty - Materials Science and Engineering

Anticipated Hiring Range

Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with education and experience

Work Schedule

Work Schedule Varied hours as needed

Job Location

Department

Department Department of Materials Science and Engineering

About the Department

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering at NC State is recognized as one of the premier national and international academic and research programs. The Department contains 20 tenure/tenure-track faculty members, 4 teaching faculty, 16 postdoctoral scholars and senior researchers, about 250 graduate and undergraduate students, and over $17 million in annual research expenditures. The faculty perform cutting‑edge research, teach and provide international leadership in broad areas of materials research, including electronic, dielectric, optical, magnetic, energy and structural materials, metallurgy, nanoscience/nanotechnology, soft matter, biological materials, structural characterization, energy storage and computational materials.

The Department benefits from extensive research infrastructure, including advanced materials characterization and nanofabrication facilities, as well as opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration across NC State, with neighboring universities in the Research Triangle, and with regional industry partners.

Raleigh is a growing, dynamic city located in the Research Triangle, a region with a population of over 2.2 million known for its high‑tech industries and high concentration of universities. With over 250 miles of greenway, multiple music venues and museums, a multitude of college and professional sports teams, and being just a few hours from the mountains and the beach, Raleigh is consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S.

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The Department of Materials Science and Engineering at North Carolina State University (NC State) invites applications for multiple tenure‑track and tenured faculty positions at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Full Professor (tenure/tenure‑track) in all areas of materials science and engineering.

Responsibilities Include:

• Mentoring graduate and undergraduate students in research and career development
• Maintaining a robust, safe, well‑recognized, and well‑supported research program
• Developing and implementing modern education and teaching tools;
• Aiding in maintaining the department, college, and university through participation in committees and similar activities
• Participating and pursuing leadership positions in professional societies
• Participating in outreach and economic development activities as expected for a land‑grant institution

Other Responsibilities

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• PhD in Materials Science and Engineering or a related discipline at the time of appointment

Other Required Qualifications

• Demonstrate the potential for, or an established record of, internationally recognized research accomplishments.
• Senior candidates will be able to show their record, vision, and skills to lead collaborative, multidisciplinary research efforts.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering creative teaching and instructional methods to enhance our undergraduate and graduate curricula.

Preferred Qualifications

NA

Required License(s) or Certification(s)

NA

Valid NC Driver's License required

Valid NC Driver's License required No

Commercial Driver's License required

Commercial Driver's License required No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 11/12/2026

Anticipated Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Position Number

Position Number 00004037

Position Type

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

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

Appointment

Appointment 9 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Department ID

Department ID 140801 - Materials Science &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.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515‑2135 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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  • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
  • Job / Career Fair
  • The Chronicle of Higher Education
  • HERC
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  • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
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  • Other
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  (Open Ended Question)

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Required Documents

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

Optional Documents

• NC STATE UNIVERSITY
• RALEIGH, NC 27695
• PHONE: [phone]