Research Scientist

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University; Greensboro (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & sick leave

Paid holidays

TSERS retirement

Health benefits

NCFlex benefits

Campus discounts

Bookstore discount

Job summary

North Carolina A&T State University is seeking a Research Scientist in the Center for Advanced Materials & Smart Structures within the Mechanical Engineering department. The role focuses on multidisciplinary research spanning chemistry, physics, mechanical and materials engineering, and nanotechnology to advance materials innovation.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD in Mechanical Engineering with substantial research experience in materials, bioengineering or nanotechnology.

Qualifications

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Undergraduate degree in Chemistry, Physics or Biology is required.

Skills

Multidisciplinary research

Materials science

Nanotechnology

Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Undergraduate degree in Chemistry, Physics or Biology

Job description

Primary Purpose Of Position

The Research Scientist will serve in a non-faculty capacity with primary research projects in the Mechanical Engineering Department to advance or enhance the work in materials engineering . This position will perform multidisciplinary engineering research and fundamental sciences in the combined disciplines of chemistry, physics, mechanical and materials engineering, materials science, and nanotechnology towards support of a research infrastructure for advanced broad-based materials innovation and technology; and support and lead activities in The Center for Advanced Materials & Smart Structures.

Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type EHRA

Position Overview

The Research Scientist will serve in a non-faculty capacity with primary research projects in the Mechanical Engineering Department to advance or enhance the work in materials engineering . This position will perform multidisciplinary engineering research and fundamental sciences in the combined disciplines of chemistry, physics, mechanical and materials engineering, materials science, and nanotechnology towards support of a research infrastructure for advanced broad-based materials innovation and technology; and support and lead activities in The Center for Advanced Materials & Smart Structures.

Primary Function Of Organizational Unit

The Center for Advanced Materials and Smart Structures ( CAMSS ), under the MEEN Department, is a world-class Center conducting research and education on the production, processing (casting, extrusion, shear rolling, etc.), characterization (microscopy, corrosion, microtomography) and testing of biomedical metals, with a particular focus on highly engineered magnesium alloys. CAMSS has extensive facilities for materials processing and continues to attract substantial federal funding, including a second NSF - ERC , and research support from AFRL , DOD ,etc. Both graduate and undergraduate students are our primary focus where we mentor and train them in all facets of the research enterprise, from experimentation, to data analysis, to theses/dissertations completion as well as publications and conference proceedings/posters.

Minimum Requirements

PhD in Mechanical Engineering and 5 years of research experience.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering with undergraduate degree in Chemistry, Physics or Biology and 10 years ofresearch experience in materials, bioengineering and/or nanotechnology.

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 Research Scientist

Position Number 009389

Recruitment Salary Range Commensurate with education and experience

FLSA Exempt

Appointment Type Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track No

FTE 40 hours/week, 12 months

Organizational Division Mechanical Engineering

Organizational Location College of Engineering

Organizational Unit Center for Advanced Materials & Smart Structures

Posting Number EPA3178

Open Date 08/24/2026

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled 09/11/2026

Open Until Filled No

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 08/20/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

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 Aff… 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.

Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks.

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.