Niroj Aryal

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is recruiting a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Urban Horticulture in the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Design. This faculty opening is a strong fit for candidates working in horticulture , urban food systems , controlled environment agriculture , hydroponics , aeroponics , vertical farming , and related environmental science or agricultural science areas. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate students, build a productive and externally funded research program, and contribute to service, outreach, and community/industry partnerships. The department highlights strengths in water quality, bioenergy, biotechnology, sustainable agriculture, soil health, digital agriculture, artificial intelligence, integrated pest management, and environmental sciences. Eligibility highlights: a Ph.D. in Horticulture or a closely related discipline is required by the appointment date. The posting prefers postdoctoral experience, a strong publication record, prior university teaching experience, experience with stakeholders and extension/industry partners, and the ability to secure external research funding. Experience with greenhouse, farm, high-tunnel, or controlled-environment research facilities is also preferred. Appointment details: 9-month, permanent, full-time, tenure-track faculty role. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. The position is open until filled, with full consideration for applications received by 2026-04-30 . The anticipated start date is August 2026 . How to apply: Submit the electronic application through the university portal. Resumes are not accepted in place of the online application. Follow the posting instructions and include any required supporting documents.

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is advertising a Research Associate position, preferably at the postdoctoral level , in the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Design. The project focuses on water quality , emerging pollutants (including PFAS ), agroecosystems , and ecological engineering . The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary research team and contribute across the full research continuum: study design, project development, field and laboratory work, sample analysis, data analysis, publication, and extension/outreach. The role also includes mentoring graduate and undergraduate students and working with a collaborative research group. Preferred academic backgrounds include Environmental Science , Civil/Environmental Engineering , or Biosystems/Biological Engineering . Candidates with a PhD are especially encouraged to apply, and experience with analytical instruments such as LCMS/MS and ICPMS , scholarly publication, and research on emerging pollutants will strengthen an application. This is a time-limited, full-time appointment with a salary range of $46,091–$59,918 . The posting indicates a position length through 2027-09-30 . Applications are reviewed through the university applicant portal, and the posting lists a close date of 2026-06-17 . Announcer: Niroj Aryal , Associate Professor and Chair at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.