Job Description

Primary Purpose of Position

The research associate will be responsible for developing data reports and presentations required for the NSF-funded eFellows program at JSNN.
These reports require data collection and data analysis and are required to publish the data research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present results at scientific conferences and meetings.
The Research Associate will also be responsible for disseminating and participating in educational and outreach activities for K-16 and mentoring undergraduate research scholars.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering (JSNN) is an academic collaboration between North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (NC A&T) and the University of North Carolina Greensboro (UNC Greensboro). Founded in 2009 to serve as a catalyst for innovation, JSNN builds on the strengths of these affiliated universities to offer innovative, cross-disciplinary graduate programs in the emerging areas of nanoscience and nanoengineering. JSNN's faculty, research staff and students are equipped to further the mission of JSNN which is, "to use fundamental and applied knowledge in nanotechnology to produce solutions to society's most critical problems through interdisciplinary research, education, and entrepreneurship, and in doing so, will serve the region, nation, and world.

Minimum Requirements
* PhD in Nanoscience or Nanoengineering or a related discipline
* Experience in mentoring and training users in laboratory environments and on equipment usage
* Excellent communication skills Strong interpersonal skills Experience working in a science research facilities with knowledge of equipment usage

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
* 3 or more years of experience working with the synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials and the usage of nanotechnology equipment
* Demonstrated experience in excellent customer service
* At least three years of training experience in the safe execution of research projects in a laboratory environment
* Experience in writing standard operating procedures
* Ability to work with researchers from broad backgrounds

Required License or Certification

N/A

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.
On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)

Position Number: 009767

Recruitment Salary Range
Commensurate with education and experience

FLSA: Exempt

Appointment Type: Time Limited - Full-time

Tenure Track: No

If Time Limited, Appointment Length: 10/22/2026

Organizational Division: Nanoengineering

Organizational Location: JSNN

Organizational Unit: JSNN Nanomolecular Scale Modeling

Posting Number: EPA2468

Open Date: 12/09/2024

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled
12/23/2024

Open Until Filled: No

Date Position Available: n/a

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. 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
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/35357
All individuals must complete and submit an electronic application to be considered for employment with the university. 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. All final candidates recommended for hire are subject to a criminal and sex offender background checks. Candidates may also be subject to a motor vehicle and/or credit check based on the relevancy to the position. 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.