Research Scientist

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. #J-18808-Ljbffr