"Postdoctoral Teaching Scholar"

Postdoctoral Teaching Scholar

Company: North Carolina State University

Job Location: Raleigh, North Carolina

Category: Other Engineering Faculty

Type: Full-Time

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Position Number: 00111093

Essential Job Duties:

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering at North Carolina State University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow position with a primary focus on undergraduate teaching. This position offers a unique opportunity for an early-career scholar to gain experience and develop teaching skills while contributing to the department's academic and educational mission. The successful candidate will be involved in course delivery and development of new student-centered, online, and interactive pedagogical approaches at the undergraduate level.

The primary responsibilities for this position include:

• Design, develop, and deliver engaging course content for foundational undergraduate courses in materials science and engineering. The postdoctoral fellow will have the opportunity to implement modern educational technologies, and design assessments that support student learning and engagement.
• Emphasize active learning techniques and student-centered teaching methodologies. The postdoc will be encouraged to adopt and experiment with varied instructional strategies, such as problem-based learning and the use of digital platforms for interactive content delivery.
• Incorporate digital tools and modern technologies into the classroom. The postdoc will be encouraged to explore innovative ways to make complex materials science topics more accessible and engaging, such as through interactive software for materials modeling, or blended learning formats.
• Design and implement assessment tools that measure not only the knowledge acquired but also the development of critical thinking and analytical skills. Use feedback from students and peer evaluations to continuously improve the teaching and learning process.

Departmental Required Skills:

• A Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering or a closely related field is required at the time of appointment.
• Experience or strong interest in innovative teaching methodologies.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate and work within a varied academic environment.

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education: NA

Necessary Licenses or Certifications: NA

AA/EOE: 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 Equal Opportunity.

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.

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Department: 140801 - Materials Science & Engineering

Location: Raleigh, NC

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