Primary responsibilities will include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses and conduct cutting-edge research in biological and ecological engineering. Other major responsibilities required for tenure include but are not limited to, working collaboratively with colleagues across disciplines, advising and mentoring students, assisting in undergraduate research and recruiting, curriculum development, engaging in academic program accreditation, rendering services to the host department, college, the university, and the community-at-large, and being an active member of discipline-related professional organizations. The candidate is expected to stay knowledgeable of advances in design practice, theory and technology in the field.
This is a 9-month tenure-track position of an assistant professor in biological engineering.
Primary Function of Organizational Unit:
The Biological Engineering Program is housed in the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Design, which is part of the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences and in the Chemical, Biological and Bioengineering Department which is a part of the College of Engineering. The objectives of the Biological Engineering Program are to meet its responsibilities to the society by educating and training next-generation agricultural and biosystems engineers, natural resources specialists, and environmental specialists.
The Biological Engineering Program is a nationally accredited four-year Bachelor of Science Degree. It is the first such program at a HBCU in USA that has been accredited by ABET since 1991. Biological Engineering students are instilled with the theoretical, technical, and life skills necessary to address the complex and contemporary social, economic and environmental challenges of the 21st century
associated with the design, conservation, management, conversion, and utilizations of natural resources. Educational emphasis is placed on developing sustainable agricultural and food production, alternative energy, bioproducts, and bioeconomy; creative and critical thinking skills; high moral character and ethical behavior; and analytical and communication skills
Requirements:
Applicants must have received a Ph.D. in Biological Engineering or closely related field. The position requires an earned doctorate at the time of the anticipated appointment date.
Preferred:
Post-doctoral experience; demonstrated record of independent research and publishing.
Strong research background in one or more areas including but not limited to digital agriculture (precision agriculture, remote sensing, artificial intelligence, data science), hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, water quality, climate change adaptation and mitigation, and non-point source pollution control.
Strong skillset in Arc GIS, SWAT, APEX, AutoCAD, SAS, Python, machine learning among others.
Teaching experience. Interest in student engagement and willingness to adapt teaching and learning styles to students' needs.
Familiarity with curriculum and course development at the undergraduate level.
Familiarity with accreditation preparation and process.
Ability to cultivate relationships with industry, the public, and related fields across academia.
Special Instructions:
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 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
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is one of the nation’s most highly respected doctoral research, land-grant institutions. With an enrollment of almost 11,000 students, we are committed to fulfilling our mission through exemplary undergraduate and graduate instruction, scholarly and creative research, and effective public service. As a member of the A&T family you will be an integral part of its history and future – joining more than 1,800 current faculty and staff. You will be expected to be a leader and mentor. You will influence the minds that will affect our world. As a change agent, you will use your intellect and influence to make a positive impact on the greater A&T community. A&T will be more than your job, it will become your passion—and that commitment to yourself and others will last a lifetime. Because that’s what Aggies Do!