Post Doc Research Associate, Autonomy

North Carolina A&T State University

Greensboro (NC)

On-site

USD 66,000 - 70,000

Full time

22 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave

12 Paid Holidays

TSERS Retirement

NCFlex Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

University Bookstore Discount

Job summary

North Carolina A&T State University seeks a Post Doctoral Research Associate in Autonomy to advance AI and learning methods for autonomous systems. You will work on funded projects, mentor students, and help develop proposals while tracking milestones and delivering technical reports.

The role requires collaboration with faculty, publishing results, and presenting at seminars, within a dynamic engineering research environment.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in relevant field with focus on Control and Robotics.
Strong theoretical and experimental background in autonomous vehicle tech.
Proven ability to write scientific papers and technical reports.

Responsibilities

Conduct research on advanced AI and learning techniques for autonomous systems.
Support funded projects through original research and collaboration.
Mentor students and oversee project milestones; contribute to proposals.
Publish research findings in recognized journals; present at seminars.

Skills

ROS

Python

C++

AI models

Computer Vision

Edge devices

HPC

Education

PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related

Ph.D. awarded within the last five years

Tools

ROS

Job description

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

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 successful candidate will conduct research on developing advanced AI and learning techniques to autonomous systems. The candidate will also support funded projects through original research, collaboration with other team members, development and internal evaluation of reports, facilitating the research meetings within the team, mentoring of students, and technically overseeing projects’ milestones. The candidate will also contribute to proposal development efforts, thereby strengthening North Carolina A&T State University’s ability to attract external funding. The candidate will publish research results, in collaboration with his supervisor, in recognized journals. The candidate will share student mentoring with his supervisor and will participate in departmental seminars and other professional activities as assigned. The candidate will be also working with both graduate and undergraduate students in a mentoring role, and will be involved in conducting workshops, and seminars. The candidate will enjoy a dynamic and collaborative working environment.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

North Carolina A & T is a public land grant high research activity university that enrolls over 15,700 students. The University is committed to dedicated teaching and learning, scholarly and creative research, and effective engagement and public service. The College of Engineering ( COE ), with over 3000 students, has 6 Doctoral programs, 8 Masters of Science Degree programs, and 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 Computer Science. The College’s focus is on cultivating leaders who excel in academics, innovation, and research; where the 5 research cluster areas of the COE are Autonomous Systems, Cybersecurity and Resilience, Energy and Sustainability, Healthcare Applications and Complex Systems and Networks. The College welcomes team members who thrive in an environment that embraces differences within the student body, faculty, and staff. Additional information about the College and the University can be found at www.ncat.edu/coe.

1. Ph.D. awarded within the last five years in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related area, specializing in Control and Robotics.
2. A strong theoretical and experimental background with evidence of skills related to

autonomous vehicle technology and transportation technology.

3. The candidate is expected to have good skills in writing scientific papers and

technical reports.

4. Possess a high level of initiative and the ability to multitask involving different research problems.

5. Possess good organizational skills; detail oriented.

6. Demonstrated integrity, dependability, and competence.

7. Able to work independently requiring minimal supervision.

8. Able to make presentations utilizing excellent oral communication and facilitation skills.

9. Strong critical thinking, analytical, writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

1- Experience with ROS
2- Good programming skills such as Python, C++, and ROS ,

3- Experience with development and deployment of AI models

4- Knowledge and experience with computer vision,

5- Experience with edge devices

6- Experience with high computing performance systems

Required License or Certification

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

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)

Position Information

Working Title

Working Title Post Doc Research Associate, Autonomy

Position Number

Position Number 007860

Recruitment Salary Range

Recruitment Salary Range $65,783 - $70,000

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Time Limited - Full-time

Tenure Track No

FTE

If Time Limited, Appointment Length 08/30/2031

Organizational Division

Organizational Division Electrical & Computer Engineering

Organizational Location

Organizational Location College of Engineering

Organizational Unit

Organizational Unit Electrical & Computer Engineering

Posting Number

Posting Number EPA3246

Open Date

Open Date 10/20/2026

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 Immediately

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

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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