Post Doc Research Associate, Autonomy
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
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
- Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
- 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
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Campus Recreation Center Discount
- University Bookstore Discount
- and more
N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.
Posting Details
Classification Information
| Classification Type | EHRA |
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Position Overview
| Primary Purpose of Position | The successful candidate will conduct research on developing advanced AI and learning techniques to autonomous systems. The candidate will also support funded projects through original research, collaboration with other team members, development and internal evaluation of reports, facilitating the research meetings within the team, mentoring of students, and technically overseeing projects’ milestones. The candidate will also contribute to proposal development efforts, thereby strengthening North Carolina A&T State University’s ability to attract external funding. The candidate will publish research results, in collaboration with his supervisor, in recognized journals. The candidate will share student mentoring with his supervisor and will participate in departmental seminars and other professional activities as assigned. The candidate will be also working with both graduate and undergraduate students in a mentoring role, and will be involved in conducting workshops, and seminars. The candidate will enjoy a dynamic and collaborative working environment. |
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| Primary Function of Organizational Unit | North Carolina A & T is a public land grant high research activity university that enrolls over 15,700 students. The University is committed to dedicated teaching and learning, scholarly and creative research, and effective engagement and public service. The College of Engineering (COE ), with over 3000 students, has 6 Doctoral programs, 8 Masters of Science Degree programs, and EAC ABET accredited undergraduate programs in Architectural, Bio-, Biological, Civil, Chemical, Computer, Electrical, Industrial, and Mechanical Engineering, as well as a CAC ABET -accredited program Computer Science. The College’s focus is on cultivating leaders who excel in academics, innovation, and research; where the 5 research cluster areas of the COE are Autonomous Systems, Cybersecurity and Resilience, Energy and Sustainability, Healthcare Applications and Complex Systems and Networks. The College welcomes team members who thrive in an environment that embraces differences within the student body, faculty, and staff. Additional information about the College and the University can be found at www.ncat.edu/coe. |
| Minimum Requirements | 1. Ph.D. awarded within the last five years in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related area, specializing in Control and Robotics. 2. A strong theoretical and experimental background with evidence of skills related to autonomous vehicle technology and transportation technology. 3. The candidate is expected to have good skills in writing scientific papers and technical reports. 4. Possess a high level of initiative and the ability to multitask involving different research problems. 5. Possess good organizational skills; detail oriented. 6. Demonstrated integrity, dependability, and competence. 7. Able to work independently requiring minimal supervision. 8. Able to make presentations utilizing excellent oral communication and facilitation skills. 9. Strong critical thinking, analytical, writing, communication, and interpersonal skills. 10.US Citizenship Required |
| Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education | 1- Experience with ROS 2- Good programming skills such as Python, C++, and ROS , 3- Experience with development and deployment of AI models 4- Knowledge and experience with computer vision, 5- Experience with edge devices 6- Experience with high computing performance systems 7- Project management skills. |
| Required License or Certification | |
| Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. | On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site) |
Position Information
| Working Title | Post Doc Research Associate, Autonomy |
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| Position Number | 007860 |
| Recruitment Salary Range | $65,783 - $70,000 |
| FLSA | Exempt |
| Appointment Type | Time Limited - Full-time |
| Tenure Track | No |
| FTE | |
| If Time Limited, Appointment Length | 08/30/2031 |
| Organizational Division | Electrical & Computer Engineering |
| Organizational Location | College of Engineering |
| Organizational Unit | Electrical & Computer Engineering |
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | EPA3246 |
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| Open Date | 10/20/2026 |
| Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search | |
| Date Position Available | Immediately |
| Special Instructions to Applicant | 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 - Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina - 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 - Employee Assistance Program (EAP ) - Campus Recreation Center Discount - University Bookstore Discount - and more N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station. |
| Quick Link | https://jobs.ncat.edu/postings/41835 |
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents
- Letter of Reference 1
- Letter of Reference 2
- Letter of Reference 3
- Copy of Education Transcripts
- Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD-214)
- Research Statement
Contact Division of Human Resources
Phone: (336) 334-7862
Fax: (336) 285-2799
Email: hr@ncat.edu
1806 E. Market Street, Suite 401, Greensboro, NC 27401
