POSITION TITLE : Open Rank faculty positions

Hiring Organization/Employer:  College of Natural Resources NC State
Application Deadline:  May 30,2026
Education Required:  PhD
Location:  Raleigh, NC
Website Link/URL:  https://jobs.ncsu.edu/ Position#00105305

Description:  

 The Department of Forest Biomaterials at NC State is the largest one in our disciplines in the U.S. and a global leader in research and educational excellence in the areas of pulp and paper manufacturing, biomass utilization, and sustainable biomaterials. From educating future leaders to supporting industry research and development, the department emphasizes cutting-edge research, and strong partnerships with industry and communities to advance sustainable bioproducts, bioeconomy, and innovation in paper science and engineering and sustainable biomaterials.
It is part of the College of Natural Resources (CNR) and is also affiliated with the College of Engineering. The Department’s responsibilities include teaching, research, extension activities, the awarding of undergraduate degrees (Paper Science and Engineering, Sustainable Materials and Technology), and the awarding of graduate degrees (distance Master’s, M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Forest Biomaterials)

 

 

Preferred Qualifications:  

 • Ability to play a catalytic role in building the research and engagement portfolio of the Department of Forest Biomaterials, as evidenced by a track record of team research as both participant and leader.
• A talent for, and evidence of working effectively and collaboratively with faculty, university administration, and other constituent groups and partners both within and outside the university.
• Demonstrated success in scholarship, publications, and securing grant funding for fundamental or applied research in emerging bioproducts and other forest biomaterials development and manufacturing, packaging materials, or construction materials.
• Outstanding communication skills, including interpersonal, written, verbal, presentation and listening capabilities

 

How to Apply:  

 Inquiries and nominations are invited and may be directed to: NC State Executive Search Services: Justin Lang, at (919) 513-1963 or jdlang2@ncsu.edu. Confidential review of applications will begin in May 2026 and will continue until the positions are filled. Candidates should provide a resume/CV, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three (3) professional references. References will not be contacted without prior knowledge and approval from candidates. These materials will be submitted online at https://jobs.ncsu.edu/ (position #00105305)