Research Associate

North Carolina State University

Commensurate with Experience

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Jan 15, 2025

Posting Information

Posting Number	PG193901EP
Internal Recruitment	Yes
Working Title	Research Associate
Anticipated Hiring Range	Commensurate with Experience
Work Schedule	To be determined
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	Textile Engineering, Chemistry and Science
About the Department	For more than 120 years, the Wilson College of Textiles has developed a reputation for exceptional education, innovative research and productive industry partnerships. While we take pride in that legacy, we continue to set higher standards and new goals. That means establishing sustainability as the foundation of everything we do. It means updating the cutting edge technology used in our state-of-the-art labs and studios. It means a commitment to diversity and inclusion in our culture and equity in the opportunities we provide. Put simply, it means using our textiles expertise to improve quality of life for everyone. We produce leaders who make a difference both at home in North Carolina and across the world. Students land top jobs in manufacturing, fashion, athletics, research, medicine, academia and more. Our faculty count the CDC, DOD and the NSF as regular research partners. The Wilson College provides both the community feel of a small college and the resources of NC State University, a leading land-grant public research institution and recognized as one of the best employers in the state. Not to mention, it's located in the heart of Raleigh, North Carolina, which U.S. News and World Report named the third best American city to live in. At NC State, our employee value proposition aims to create an ecosystem of meaningful work opportunities that align with Wolfpack 2030: Powering the Extraordinary, NC State's strategic plan. We strive to provide an accepting and dynamic culture, opportunities for personal growth and professional development, and programs to support your busy life. Simply put, we want you to achieve your highest potential at work. If you're a world-class applicant with a passion for higher education and a commitment to affecting positive change locally and globally, apply to become a part of our hyper-collaborative Wolfpack where everyone belongs.
Essential Job Duties	Wilson College of Textiles is seeking a Research Associate, where you'll collaborate on groundbreaking projects for NASA and play a key role in the future of spacesuit and crew apparel development. Key Responsibilities: Lead research initiatives on the development, fabrication, and testing of advanced fabric structures and functional yarns for spacesuits and crew clothing. Oversee complex research experiments, ensuring compliance with export-control protocols. Manage research personnel and project tasks to ensure on-time completion of objectives. Provide regular updates and reports to sponsors, including Paragon and NASA. Collaborate with faculty, Wilson College staff, and undergraduate and graduate researchers to design, conduct, and analyze experiments. Contribute to proposals and efforts for securing future funding opportunities in technical textiles research. We're excited to find a candidate who thrives in a research-driven environment and is eager to make a lasting impact. Apply today and help us push the boundaries of innovation! Please note: This is an internal posting open to current permanent and temporary NC State University employees only. If no qualified internal candidates are identified, the posting may be reopened for external applicants.
Other Responsibilities

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Ph.D. in Fiber and Polymer Science Proven experience in conducting and managing research in the development, fabrication, and testing of advanced materials, especially fabric structures and functional yarns. Experience in applying advanced textile technologies in practical applications
Other Required Qualifications	Demonstrated experience managing detailed research projects, ensuring alignment with project timelines, objectives, and sponsor requirements Strong analytical skills, with the ability to collect, analyze, and interpret experimental data. Experience with generating and maintaining progress reports and updates for internal and external stakeholders Experience working with external partners and understanding their specific research needs and protocols Knowledge of export control protocols and regulations governing research involving sensitive or restricted technologies, particularly in the context of government-sponsored projects Textile background with strong STEM/research trainings
Preferred Qualifications	Experience in contributing to or securing future research funding, including knowledge of grant writing and proposal submission for funding bodies in the areas of technical textiles or materials science. Ability to identify potential funding sources and work with faculty and staff to develop compelling proposals for ongoing or new research initiatives.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)	N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required	No
Commercial Driver's License required	No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date	01/14/2025
Anticipated Close Date	1/29/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants	Please note: This is an internal posting open to current employees only. If no qualified internal candidates are identified, the posting may be reopened for external applicants.

Position Details

Position Number	00111268
Position Type	EPS/SAAO
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.0
Appointment	12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID	186401 - Textile Engineering, Chemistry
AA/EEO	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. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. 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.