What are the responsibilities and job description for the Postdoctoral Research Associate position at North Carolina Agriculture & Technical State Unive?
Description :
This is a non-tenure-track, year-to-year appointment, renewable annually subject to satisfactory performance, availability of resources, and the need.
The research associate will function with substantial independence to support research activities in the areas of hydrology, water quality, watershed modeling and management in the Department of Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering at the College of Engineering at the North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.
The research activities include all the activities in the research continuum including but not limited to design, development, execution, sample analysis, data analysis, publication, extension / outreach, and student mentorship.
The successful candidate will enjoy a dynamic and collaborative work environment with our interdisciplinary research team, and mentoring graduate and undergraduate students in research.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit :
North Carolina A & T State University ( NCA & TSU ) is a public land grant high research activity university that enrolls approximately 13,560 students. NCA & TSU is committed to dedicated teaching and learning, scholarly and creative research, and effective engagement and public service.
The College of Engineering ( COE ), with over 2,300 students, has 5 Doctoral programs, 8 Masters of Science Degree programs, and EAC ABET accredited undergraduate programs in Architectural, Bio-, Biological, Civil, Chemical, Computer, Electrical, Industrial, and Mechanical Engineering, as well as a CAC ABET -accredited program Computer Science.
The College’s focus is on cultivating leaders who excel in academics, innovation, and research; where the 5 research cluster areas of the COE are Autonomous Systems, Cybersecurity and Resilience, Energy and Sustainability, Healthcare Applications and Complex Systems and Networks.
The College welcomes team members who thrive in an environment that embraces diversity and inclusion within the student body, faculty, and staff. Additional information about the College and the University can be found at www.ncat.edu / coe.
The Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering ( CAEE ) Department is responsible for implementing and assessing its programs in civil and architectural engineering.
The CAEE department offers BS and MS programs. The CAEE department has approximately 367 undergraduate and graduate students.
The CAEE department has 11 full-time faculty, 6 part-time faculty, and 2 staff members.
For more information about the CAEE Department see :
Requirements :
Ph.D. in Civil / Environmental Engineering or Environmental Science or agricultural / biological engineering or related field.
Preferred :
Experience with field experiments, laboratory analysis, and computational modeling in the areas of hydrology, water quality, water resources engineering and management.
Knowledge of using SWAT and other models, data analysis, machine learning techniques are preferred.
Special Instructions :
This is a re-post previous applicants are in consisderation and should not reapply.
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. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. 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. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. 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.
Employee Benefits available to NC A&T State University permanent employees include the following and more :
Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
Community Service Leave
Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC – Health Benefits
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
Job Closing Date : 03 / 31 / 2025
