The Department of Forest Biomaterials at North Carolina State University is a full-service ecosystem advancing the future of biomaterials from educating future leaders to supporting industry and government research. The Department has responsibilities for teaching, research and extension activities, and awards undergraduate degrees in Paper Science and Engineering, and Sustainable Materials and Technology; as well as distance Masters, MS, and PhD degrees in Forest Biomaterials.

The successful candidate must have a commitment to environmental health and safety compliance, especially those common to pulp and paper, and pilot plants. They will be responsible for supporting faculty, undergraduate students, and graduate students in the Paper Science & Engineering program, one of two programs in the Department of Forest Biomaterials. This work includes maintaining and optimizing operations in laboratories and pilot plants, as well as supporting and assisting teaching and research activities in those spaces.

The operation of all the equipment requires an understanding and full compliance with NCSU, and federal, rules on safe operation of chemical, electrical, and high pressure systems, and proper storage and disposal of chemical and sample materials.

This position will supervise hourly employees who will assist with routine operations and analyses.

The position will also work with undergraduate and graduate students, and support faculty and instructors in some laboratory activities that require the pilot plant equipment, and assist them with research and classes.

Funding for this position is limited for two years.

Post-baccalaureate credentials or a bachelor's degree plus alternative or equivalent professional training and experience may be substituted for the advanced degree on an exceptional basis.

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License to operate a fork lift (or ability to obtain one year after hire)

Please attach a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.

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