07.16.19
Company Name:
North Carolina State University
Company Description: North Carolina State University (NC State) invites applications for two tenured/tenure-track positions focused on the science and engineering of nonwoven materials. These positions were created in support of a multidisciplinary University-level Faculty Cluster Hire initiative in the area of Nonwoven Science and Engineering. This focus area will advance the interdisciplinary field of engineered fibrous structures and promote a cleaner, safer and sustainable environment.
The Nonwovens Institute (NWI) is a unique, interdisciplinary hub dedicated to research, innovation and science for engineered fabrics and the hub of an innovative global partnership between industry, government and academe. The NWI faculty, staff, and students work closely with partners within the nonwoven complex and beyond, and the Institute hosts the world’s first accredited academic program for the interdisciplinary field of engineered fabrics. Based on NC State’s world-renowned Centennial Campus, the NWI has established unique state-of-the-art capabilities for product development, pilot manufacturing, analytical services, and materials testing, to address the diverse needs of the nonwovens industry. NWI-affiliated faculty are multidisciplinary and represent a diverse set of STEM disciplines (https://thenonwovensinstitute.com/about-nwi/).
Job Title:
Two tenured/tenure-track positions focused on the science and engineering of nonwoven materials
Experience:
Mid-Senior Level
Job Function:
Education
Employment Type:
Full-time
North Carolina State University (NC State) invites applications for two tenured/tenure-track positions focused on the science and engineering of nonwoven materials. These positions were created in support of a multidisciplinary University-level Faculty Cluster Hire initiative in the area of Nonwoven Science and Engineering. This focus area will advance the interdisciplinary field of engineered fibrous structures and promote a cleaner, safer and sustainable environment.
The Nonwovens Institute (NWI) is a unique, interdisciplinary hub dedicated to research, innovation and science for engineered fabrics and the hub of an innovative global partnership between industry, government and academe. The NWI faculty, staff, and students work closely with partners within the nonwoven complex and beyond, and the Institute hosts the world’s first accredited academic program for the interdisciplinary field of engineered fabrics. Based on NC State’s world-renowned Centennial Campus, the NWI has established unique state-of-the-art capabilities for product development, pilot manufacturing, analytical services, and materials testing, to address the diverse needs of the nonwovens industry. NWI-affiliated faculty are multidisciplinary and represent a diverse set of STEM disciplines (https://thenonwovensinstitute.com/about-nwi/).
1. The Steve and Frosene Zeis Term Professor of Distinction within the Department of Textile Engineering, Chemistry and Science in NC State’s Wilson College of Textiles. The successful candidate will also serve as Deputy Director of the NWI, and possess an outstanding, internationally recognized record of accomplishment in a research area relevant to nonwoven products and processes. The Deputy Director works closely with NWI Research Scientists, Research Fellows and the NWI Industrial Advisory Board to identify key areas of research in support of industry technology and to establish short-range and long-range goals in pursuit of the mission of NWI.
Candidates will contribute positively to the mission of the NWI and strengthen programmatic links to fiber and polymer science, materials engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, and cellulose/paper science and engineering. Successful candidates will be innately collaborative, will maintain an externally funded research program, and will work to enhance the mission, vision, and values of the NWI and NC State.
Candidates must have credentials consistent with the rank of Full Professor with tenure in an accredited institution or meeting the standard of Professorial rank within NC State’s Department of Textile Engineering, Chemistry and Science (TECS). The candidate will have achieved (or earned) national and/or international recognition for excellence in their field of research and the candidate will be expected to maintain this reputation through significant and regular contributions to the field. The candidate must have a doctorate in fiber and polymer science, engineering or in a closely related field, or an equivalent degree, or equivalent professional experience credentials and experience appropriate for a position as a tenured Full Professor.
2. Assistant, Associate, Full Professor, Cluster Hire in Nonwovens Science and Engineering
Candidates shall have expertise within one or more of the broad areas of fiber and polymer science, polymer chemistry, soft materials science and engineering, chemical engineering, cellulose/paper science and engineering, or mechanical engineering. Successful candidates will be affiliated with NC State’s Nonwovens Institute (NWI) and participate actively in ongoing Nonwoven Science and Engineering programs, as well as Faculty Cluster activities. Detailed information regarding NC State’s Faculty Cluster Hire initiative is available online (https://facultyclusters.ncsu.edu).
Applicants must have a doctorate in fiber and polymer science, engineering or in a closely related field. Candidates will contribute positively to the mission of the NWI and strengthen programmatic links to fiber and polymer science, materials engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, and cellulose/paper science and engineering. Successful candidates will be innately collaborative, will maintain an externally funded research program, and will work to enhance the mission, vision, and values of the NWI (https://thenonwovensinstitute.com) and NC State.
**Interested parties should apply online with a letter of interest, a research and teaching vision statement, a curriculum vitae and the names and contact information of at least three references. Application review will begin September 1, 2019; however, all applicants will be given full consideration as long as the position is posted.
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.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC 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.
Desired Skills and Expertise:
Candidates will contribute positively to the mission of the NWI and strengthen programmatic links to fiber and polymer science, materials engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, and cellulose/paper science and engineering. Successful candidates will be innately collaborative, will maintain an externally funded research program, and will work to enhance the mission, vision, and values of the NWI and NC State.
Please click the "APPLY NOW" button below to send your resume!
North Carolina State University
Company Description: North Carolina State University (NC State) invites applications for two tenured/tenure-track positions focused on the science and engineering of nonwoven materials. These positions were created in support of a multidisciplinary University-level Faculty Cluster Hire initiative in the area of Nonwoven Science and Engineering. This focus area will advance the interdisciplinary field of engineered fibrous structures and promote a cleaner, safer and sustainable environment.
The Nonwovens Institute (NWI) is a unique, interdisciplinary hub dedicated to research, innovation and science for engineered fabrics and the hub of an innovative global partnership between industry, government and academe. The NWI faculty, staff, and students work closely with partners within the nonwoven complex and beyond, and the Institute hosts the world’s first accredited academic program for the interdisciplinary field of engineered fabrics. Based on NC State’s world-renowned Centennial Campus, the NWI has established unique state-of-the-art capabilities for product development, pilot manufacturing, analytical services, and materials testing, to address the diverse needs of the nonwovens industry. NWI-affiliated faculty are multidisciplinary and represent a diverse set of STEM disciplines (https://thenonwovensinstitute.com/about-nwi/).
Job Title:
Two tenured/tenure-track positions focused on the science and engineering of nonwoven materials
Experience:
Mid-Senior Level
Job Function:
Education
Employment Type:
Full-time
North Carolina State University (NC State) invites applications for two tenured/tenure-track positions focused on the science and engineering of nonwoven materials. These positions were created in support of a multidisciplinary University-level Faculty Cluster Hire initiative in the area of Nonwoven Science and Engineering. This focus area will advance the interdisciplinary field of engineered fibrous structures and promote a cleaner, safer and sustainable environment.
The Nonwovens Institute (NWI) is a unique, interdisciplinary hub dedicated to research, innovation and science for engineered fabrics and the hub of an innovative global partnership between industry, government and academe. The NWI faculty, staff, and students work closely with partners within the nonwoven complex and beyond, and the Institute hosts the world’s first accredited academic program for the interdisciplinary field of engineered fabrics. Based on NC State’s world-renowned Centennial Campus, the NWI has established unique state-of-the-art capabilities for product development, pilot manufacturing, analytical services, and materials testing, to address the diverse needs of the nonwovens industry. NWI-affiliated faculty are multidisciplinary and represent a diverse set of STEM disciplines (https://thenonwovensinstitute.com/about-nwi/).
1. The Steve and Frosene Zeis Term Professor of Distinction within the Department of Textile Engineering, Chemistry and Science in NC State’s Wilson College of Textiles. The successful candidate will also serve as Deputy Director of the NWI, and possess an outstanding, internationally recognized record of accomplishment in a research area relevant to nonwoven products and processes. The Deputy Director works closely with NWI Research Scientists, Research Fellows and the NWI Industrial Advisory Board to identify key areas of research in support of industry technology and to establish short-range and long-range goals in pursuit of the mission of NWI.
Candidates will contribute positively to the mission of the NWI and strengthen programmatic links to fiber and polymer science, materials engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, and cellulose/paper science and engineering. Successful candidates will be innately collaborative, will maintain an externally funded research program, and will work to enhance the mission, vision, and values of the NWI and NC State.
Candidates must have credentials consistent with the rank of Full Professor with tenure in an accredited institution or meeting the standard of Professorial rank within NC State’s Department of Textile Engineering, Chemistry and Science (TECS). The candidate will have achieved (or earned) national and/or international recognition for excellence in their field of research and the candidate will be expected to maintain this reputation through significant and regular contributions to the field. The candidate must have a doctorate in fiber and polymer science, engineering or in a closely related field, or an equivalent degree, or equivalent professional experience credentials and experience appropriate for a position as a tenured Full Professor.
2. Assistant, Associate, Full Professor, Cluster Hire in Nonwovens Science and Engineering
Candidates shall have expertise within one or more of the broad areas of fiber and polymer science, polymer chemistry, soft materials science and engineering, chemical engineering, cellulose/paper science and engineering, or mechanical engineering. Successful candidates will be affiliated with NC State’s Nonwovens Institute (NWI) and participate actively in ongoing Nonwoven Science and Engineering programs, as well as Faculty Cluster activities. Detailed information regarding NC State’s Faculty Cluster Hire initiative is available online (https://facultyclusters.ncsu.edu).
Applicants must have a doctorate in fiber and polymer science, engineering or in a closely related field. Candidates will contribute positively to the mission of the NWI and strengthen programmatic links to fiber and polymer science, materials engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, and cellulose/paper science and engineering. Successful candidates will be innately collaborative, will maintain an externally funded research program, and will work to enhance the mission, vision, and values of the NWI (https://thenonwovensinstitute.com) and NC State.
**Interested parties should apply online with a letter of interest, a research and teaching vision statement, a curriculum vitae and the names and contact information of at least three references. Application review will begin September 1, 2019; however, all applicants will be given full consideration as long as the position is posted.
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.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process, please call 919-515-3148.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. If highest degree is from an institution outside of the U.S., final candidates are required to have their degree equivalency verified at www.wes.org or equivalent service. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC 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.
Desired Skills and Expertise:
Candidates will contribute positively to the mission of the NWI and strengthen programmatic links to fiber and polymer science, materials engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, and cellulose/paper science and engineering. Successful candidates will be innately collaborative, will maintain an externally funded research program, and will work to enhance the mission, vision, and values of the NWI and NC State.
Please click the "APPLY NOW" button below to send your resume!