Robotics and Automation Assistant​/Associate​/Professor

Position: Robotics and Automation - Open Rank - Assistant/Associate/Professor

Robotics and Automation – Open Rank – Assistant/Associate/Professor

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Posting Details

• Posting Number: PG194335EP
• Recruitment:
  Internal
• Working Title:
  
  Robotics and Automation – Open Rank – Assistant/Associate/Professor
• Anticipated Hiring Range:
  Commensurate with education and experience
• Work Schedule:
  
  Monday – Friday
• Job Location:
  
  Raleigh, NC
• Department:
  Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering
• Position Type:
  Tenured/Tenure‑Track Faculty
• FTE: 1.0 (40 hours/week)
• Position Number:

Department Overview

The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) at North Carolina State University (Raleigh, NC) is the largest in the state and among the most prominent in the nation. MAE offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Engineering, plus accelerated B.S./M.S. tracks. The department’s strengths include thermal sciences, mechanical sciences, and aerospace sciences, with research in UAV flight, hypersonics, propulsion, computational fluid dynamics, and more.

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Perks and Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• Childcare Benefits
• Wellness & Recreation Membership
• Wellness Programs

• * Disclaimer:
  Perks and benefit eligibility is based on part‑time or full‑time employment status. Eligibility and employer‑sponsored plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential

Job Duties

The department invites applications from dynamic researchers and educators committed to advancing technologies that improve lives and strengthen industry partnerships across the Research Triangle and beyond. In this role, you will contribute significantly to the department’s mission through a balanced portfolio of research, teaching, and service.

Key Responsibilities

• Research Leadership: Develop and maintain a nationally recognized, externally funded research program in robotics and automation. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to:
  • Autonomous systems and intelligent robotics
  • Soft and bio‑inspired robotics
  • Wearable and assistive robotics for healthcare
  • Human‑robot interaction and collaborative robotics
  • Robotic manipulation and locomotion
  • Mechatronics, sensing, and control
  • Manufacturing robotics and systems integration
  • Artificial intelligence and machine learning applications in robotics
• Teaching Excellence: Deliver high‑quality instruction in mechanical and/or aerospace engineering courses at undergraduate and graduate levels, engage students through innovative teaching methods, and contribute to curriculum development.
• Academic Service: Participate in departmental, college, and university service activities, including committee work, student advising, and outreach.
• Mentorship and Leadership (Associate or Full Professor): Provide mentorship to junior faculty and graduate students; demonstrate leadership within the department and contribute to strategic growth.
• Collaboration and Engagement: Foster interdisciplinary collaborations within NC State and with external partners, including those in Research Triangle Park, UNC‑Chapel Hill, and Duke University.

Other Responsibilities

Additional duties will be assigned as needed.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, completed before the start date.
• Demonstrated excellence and potential in research, teaching, and service.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated track record of scholarship, a creative vision for research, an active interest in engineering education, and strong communication skills. For Associate or Full Professor, emphasis on strength of existing research program and ability to provide mentorship and leadership.

Required License(s)/Certification(s)

Valid NC Driver’s License required. No Commercial Driver’s License required.

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

• Job Open Date: 11/06/2025
• Anticipated Close Date:
  Open until filled

EEO Statement

NC State University is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants…