Research Scientist

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University

$80K — $95K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PhD in Mechanical Engineering
  • 5 years of research experience
  • Background in Chemistry, Physics, or Biology preferred
  • 10 years of research experience in materials, bioengineering, or nanotechnology preferred
  • Experience in multidisciplinary engineering and fundamental sciences

Responsibilities

  • Conduct advanced research in mechanical and materials engineering
  • Lead projects within The Center for Advanced Materials & Smart Structures
  • Support research infrastructure for materials innovation
  • Mentor students in research methodologies and thesis work
  • Collaborate with federal funding agencies and industry partners

Benefits

  • Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Community Service Leave
  • Health Benefits coverage through Aetna
  • Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, and Life Insurance options
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Retirement system options through TSERS
  • Optional 401k, 403b, and 457 plans
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Discounts at Campus Recreation Center and University Bookstore
Full Job Description
Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type
EHRA

Position Overview

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.

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

If Time Limited, Appointment Length

Organizational Division
Mechanical Engineering

Organizational Location
College of Engineering

Organizational Unit
Center for Advanced Materials & Smart Structures

Posting Detail Information

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

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.

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.

Quick Link
https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/41363

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