Research Scientist

North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Aetna - State Health Benefits of North

12 Paid Holidays

TSERS

Vacation and Sick Leave

Job summary

North Carolina A&T State University invites applications for a Research Scientist to support the Interdisciplinary Biomedical Engineering Core (IBEC) facility. You will operate high-end analytical instruments, train users, and help develop experimental workflows in a collaborative environment.

The candidate must hold a PhD in bioscience or a related discipline, with 5+ years in genomics and analytical biochemistry, a strong publication record, and experience training users within research

Qualifications

• A PhD in bioscience, genomics, biochemistry, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in genomics.
• Background in analytical biochemistry.
• Strong publication record in relevant fields.
• Experience developing experimental workflows, conducting bioanalytical research, and training users.

Skills

Genomics

Analytical Biochemistry

Publication record

Experience developing workflows

Training users

PhD or higher

Education

PhD in bioscience/ genomics/ biochemistry

Job description

Position Overview

The selected candidate for the Research Scientist position will assist the PI and Co-PIs in the implementation of all research and education activities associated with the new Interdisciplinary Biomedical Engineering Core (IBEC) facility at NC A&T. In this role, the Research Scientist will operate and maintain high end analytical instrumentation in the IBEC, facilitate training of users on the instruments, and assist users with the development of experimental workflow.

Institution Overview

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is an 1890 land‑grant doctoral Research University dedicated to learning, discovery, and community engagement. The College of Science and Technology enrolls over 2290 students. It is a national leader that serves and engages the citizens of the state of North Carolina, the nation, and the world through preeminence in science and technology education, research, discovery, and innovation. The College houses the departments of Applied Engineering Technology, Biology, Built Environment, Chemistry, Computer Systems Technology, Mathematics and Statistics, Physics, and the Ph.D. Program of Applied Science Technology. The College is experiencing substantial growth in enrollment, faculty size, curricula, and research. The Department of Biology's core mission encompasses excellence in teaching, cutting‑edge research, and meaningful service to both students and the broader community. The Department of Biology currently has 24 full‑time faculty members to support the teaching and research needs of our undergraduate and graduate students. The undergraduate enrollment currently is over 835 Biology majors. The MS graduate enrollment averages 15 students, and we train PhD students as part of the AST program in Applied Bioscience with an enrollment of 30 PhD students.

Minimum Requirements

A PhD in bioscience, genomics, biochemistry, or a related discipline.

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• 5+ years of experience
• Background in genomics and analytical biochemistry
• Strong publication record in relevant fields
• Experience developing experimental workflows, conducting bioanalytical research, and training users.

Work Arrangement

On‑site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on‑site). 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.

Position Details

• Working Title: Research Scientist
• Position Number: 007834
• Recruitment Salary Range: To commensurate with education and experience
• FLSA: Exempt
• Appointment Type: Time Limited - Full-time
• Tenure Track: No
• Appointment Length: 10/31/2028
• Organizational Division: Biology Dept
• Organizational Location: College of Science and Technology
• Organizational Unit: Biology Dept

Posting Information

• Posting Number: EPA3146
• Open Date: 07/30/2026
• Close Date: 08/13/2026
• Open Until Filled: No
• Date Position Available: August 2026

Benefits

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

Equal Opportunity Statement

North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and 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.

Eligibility and Compliance

• 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.