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NC State University

Assistant Professor

NC State University, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601


Job Posting Information

Posting Number:

PG193539EPInternal Recruitment:

NoWorking Title:

Assistant Professor in Textile Engineering, Chemistry and ScienceAnticipated Hiring Range:

Commensurate with experienceWork Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8 AM-5 PM; May vary based on academic calendar and programmingJob Location:

Wilson College of TextilesAbout the Department

The Wilson College of Textiles has developed a reputation for exceptional education, innovative research, and productive industry partnerships. We strive to establish sustainability as the foundation of everything we do, using our textiles expertise to improve quality of life for everyone.Position Overview

The Department of Textile Engineering, Chemistry and Science (TECS) at NC State University is seeking dynamic and talented candidates for a tenure track faculty position at the assistant professor level. Preference will be given to synthetic polymer chemists with strong backgrounds and interests in polymer synthesis, structure-property relationships of fiber-forming polymers, polymer recycling, and sustainable polymers related to the textile industry.Responsibilities

Teach polymer chemistry courses in the Polymer and Color Chemistry undergraduate program and fiber and polymer science courses in the graduate programs.Establish a robust research program focusing on sustainable polymers.Engage students in the classroom through a student-centered learning approach.Develop new courses and articulate a vision for modern undergraduate- and graduate-level polymer science curricula.Secure internal and extramural funding and disseminate research findings in top-tier peer-reviewed journals and conferences.Minimum Education and Experience

Ph.D. in a relevant field is required.Other Required Qualifications

Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching, with an emphasis on polymer chemistry and structure-property relationships of fiber-forming polymers.Enthusiasm for mentoring and advising students at both undergraduate and graduate levels.Potential to secure extramural funding for research.Preferred Qualifications

Research expertise in polymer synthesis, structure-property relationships of polymers, polymer recycling, and/or sustainable polymers related to the textile industry.Willingness to collaborate with colleagues and serve the department, college, and university.Application Instructions

Please include as attachments a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for 3 professional references, teaching statement, and research statement that outlines potential sources of external funding. Use Other Document 1 and 2 for the teaching and research statements.In your cover letter, please include how you would support the college to achieve its vision.Equal Opportunity Employer

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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