NC State University
Assistant or Associate Professor of the Practice
NC State University, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
Assistant or Associate Professor of the Practice
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please include as attachments a resume/CV, cover letter, teaching statement, and contact information for at least 3 professional references. Posting Information Posting Number Posting Number PG194379EP Internal Recruitment Internal Recruitment No Working Title Working Title Assistant or Associate Professor of the Practice Anticipated Hiring Range Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with Experience Work Schedule Job Location Department Department Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources About the Department The Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources has a wide variety of strengths in forestry and natural resources management, policy and economics, environmental science and technology, renewable energy assessment, wildlife and conservation biology, tree improvement, silviculture, forest biotechnology, and international forestry. The Department has over 90 full time faculty and staff, and more than 750 undergraduate and 150 graduate students. Faculty, staff, and students work together with business, industry, government, community groups, and non government organizations to address a wide range of challenges facing our state and the world. These partnerships facilitate research and discovery, teaching and learning, and outreach and service. Additional information about the department can be found at
http://cnr.ncsu.edu/fer
. The College of Natural Resources ( CNR ) at North Carolina State University is a world leader in the sustainable use of natural resources. The college’s comprehensive approach to teaching, research, and service encompass the many and varied ways in which people’s physical, economic, and social needs are met through the wise use of natural resources. Wolfpack Perks and Benefits As a Pack member,
you belong here,
and can enjoy
exclusive perks
designed to enhance your personal and professional well‑being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our
Employee Value Proposition
and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. Attain Work‑life balance with our
Childcare
benefits,
Wellness & Recreation Membership
, and
Wellness Programs
that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered. The Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources at North Carolina State University invites applicants for a 9-month, professional faculty position as an Assistant or Associate Professor of the Practice in Natural Resources Management of Energy Installation Sites. This position is 75% teaching and 25% service. Responsibilities include teaching an average of 15 credit hours per year, including courses at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, both in‑person and distance education, and advising undergraduate students and graduate students in the online Master of Environmental Assessment ( MEA ) program as assigned. Service responsibilities (25%) include supporting workforce development programs in renewable energy, serving on department and university committees, facilitating professional development for students, guiding students in capstone projects in area of expertise (stakeholder engagement or environmental impact assessment), and engaging with professional societies and other stakeholders in renewable energy assessment. Teaching and Mentoring Responsibilities (75%): The candidate will teach in‑person and online courses in natural resource management and renewable energy development such as ET 220 Solar Photovoltaics Assessment, NR484 Environmental Impact Assessment, ES 300 Energy and the Environment, and EA 521 Fundamentals of Renewable Energy Site Assessment. The candidate is expected to develop and teach a new online graduate course on a priority topic for environmental assessment, as relevant to natural resource management of energy installation and other development sites. Mentoring includes advising graduate students in the online MEA program, including for their capstone projects. Service Responsibilities (25%): The candidate will support student engagement in department, university, and state/federal programs in renewable energy development and land asset management of energy installation sites. The candidate is expected to represent the department and university at relevant energy conferences, participate in on‑campus recruiting, and contribute to administrative management of academic and non‑credit programs for natural resources, environmental assessment, and energy management. The candidate also will serve on committees (at the department, college, and university levels) engage with students through student organizations, undergraduate research, or other extracurricular activities; and participate in professional society activities. Other Responsibilities Additional Administrative Role – Assistant Program Coordinator for Master of Environmental Assessment ( MEA ) : Assist the Program Coordinator for MEA with responsibilities, such as matching students with faculty advisors, and coordinating with external entities on MEA internships and projects. This administrative role will come with a supplement of $1,000. Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Candidates should have: (1) Ph.D. or Masters (MS, MR, MBA , or JD) in relevant field and at least 7 years experience relevant to land asset management of energy installation sites; (2) experience teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level or commensurate experience with professional workforce training. Other Required Qualifications The candidate must have: A proven track record of high‑quality teaching and/or training online and face to face in realms relevant to natural resource management of energy installation sites; Training or experience relevant to natural resource management of energy installation sites, such as conflict management, stakeholder engagement, or environmental impact assessment; Excellent problem‑solving, team development, and oral and written communication skills; Commitment to delivering and desire to collaborate in high quality teaching and
high impact experiences
to serve the mission of NC State. Preferred Qualifications
Experience with capstone courses, experiential learning, service learning, and/or other innovative pedagogy; Experience or other demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality instruction and advising at the graduate level; Education or experience in renewable energy technologies; Skills/knowledge/experience to teach an introductory solar photovoltaics course; Experience with conflict resolution, public consultation, or stakeholder engagement for land asset development and/or management of energy installation sites such as large‑scale solar or wind systems; Familiarity with policies and regulations relevant to natural resource management of renewable energy sites; Experience with environmental impact assessment; Experience with online surveys and related software such as Qualtrics; At least 10 years of experience (since highest degree) in renewable energy and/or natural resource management fields. Required License(s) or Certification(s)
N/A Valid NC Driver's License required Valid NC Driver's License required No Commercial Driver's License required Commercial Driver's License required No Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions Job Open Date Job Open Date 12/23/2025 Anticipated Close Date Special Instructions to Applicants Please include as attachments a resume/CV, cover letter, teaching statement, and contact information for at least 3 professional references. Position Number Position Number 00104146 Position Type Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00 Appointment Appointment 9 Month Recurring Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Non Mandatory - Emergency Event Department ID Department ID 150401 - Forestry & Environmental Resources Academic Research EEO NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability‑related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of 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. NC 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. Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * How did you learn of this opportunity?
NCSU website Craigslist Indeed.com Carolina Job Finder/Employment Guide NC Works Dress for Success Technical/Trade School Program Job Fair (Identify Job Fair in question #2 below) Direct Contact from NSCU Representative (identify person in question #2 below) Other Monster.com Other online job board NCSU employee referral Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Ohter)
If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source. (Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Teaching Statement Contact Information for References NC STATE UNIVERSITY RALEIGH, NC 27695 PHONE: (919) 515-2011
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please include as attachments a resume/CV, cover letter, teaching statement, and contact information for at least 3 professional references. Posting Information Posting Number Posting Number PG194379EP Internal Recruitment Internal Recruitment No Working Title Working Title Assistant or Associate Professor of the Practice Anticipated Hiring Range Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with Experience Work Schedule Job Location Department Department Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources About the Department The Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources has a wide variety of strengths in forestry and natural resources management, policy and economics, environmental science and technology, renewable energy assessment, wildlife and conservation biology, tree improvement, silviculture, forest biotechnology, and international forestry. The Department has over 90 full time faculty and staff, and more than 750 undergraduate and 150 graduate students. Faculty, staff, and students work together with business, industry, government, community groups, and non government organizations to address a wide range of challenges facing our state and the world. These partnerships facilitate research and discovery, teaching and learning, and outreach and service. Additional information about the department can be found at
http://cnr.ncsu.edu/fer
. The College of Natural Resources ( CNR ) at North Carolina State University is a world leader in the sustainable use of natural resources. The college’s comprehensive approach to teaching, research, and service encompass the many and varied ways in which people’s physical, economic, and social needs are met through the wise use of natural resources. Wolfpack Perks and Benefits As a Pack member,
you belong here,
and can enjoy
exclusive perks
designed to enhance your personal and professional well‑being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our
Employee Value Proposition
and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. Attain Work‑life balance with our
Childcare
benefits,
Wellness & Recreation Membership
, and
Wellness Programs
that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered. The Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources at North Carolina State University invites applicants for a 9-month, professional faculty position as an Assistant or Associate Professor of the Practice in Natural Resources Management of Energy Installation Sites. This position is 75% teaching and 25% service. Responsibilities include teaching an average of 15 credit hours per year, including courses at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, both in‑person and distance education, and advising undergraduate students and graduate students in the online Master of Environmental Assessment ( MEA ) program as assigned. Service responsibilities (25%) include supporting workforce development programs in renewable energy, serving on department and university committees, facilitating professional development for students, guiding students in capstone projects in area of expertise (stakeholder engagement or environmental impact assessment), and engaging with professional societies and other stakeholders in renewable energy assessment. Teaching and Mentoring Responsibilities (75%): The candidate will teach in‑person and online courses in natural resource management and renewable energy development such as ET 220 Solar Photovoltaics Assessment, NR484 Environmental Impact Assessment, ES 300 Energy and the Environment, and EA 521 Fundamentals of Renewable Energy Site Assessment. The candidate is expected to develop and teach a new online graduate course on a priority topic for environmental assessment, as relevant to natural resource management of energy installation and other development sites. Mentoring includes advising graduate students in the online MEA program, including for their capstone projects. Service Responsibilities (25%): The candidate will support student engagement in department, university, and state/federal programs in renewable energy development and land asset management of energy installation sites. The candidate is expected to represent the department and university at relevant energy conferences, participate in on‑campus recruiting, and contribute to administrative management of academic and non‑credit programs for natural resources, environmental assessment, and energy management. The candidate also will serve on committees (at the department, college, and university levels) engage with students through student organizations, undergraduate research, or other extracurricular activities; and participate in professional society activities. Other Responsibilities Additional Administrative Role – Assistant Program Coordinator for Master of Environmental Assessment ( MEA ) : Assist the Program Coordinator for MEA with responsibilities, such as matching students with faculty advisors, and coordinating with external entities on MEA internships and projects. This administrative role will come with a supplement of $1,000. Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Candidates should have: (1) Ph.D. or Masters (MS, MR, MBA , or JD) in relevant field and at least 7 years experience relevant to land asset management of energy installation sites; (2) experience teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level or commensurate experience with professional workforce training. Other Required Qualifications The candidate must have: A proven track record of high‑quality teaching and/or training online and face to face in realms relevant to natural resource management of energy installation sites; Training or experience relevant to natural resource management of energy installation sites, such as conflict management, stakeholder engagement, or environmental impact assessment; Excellent problem‑solving, team development, and oral and written communication skills; Commitment to delivering and desire to collaborate in high quality teaching and
high impact experiences
to serve the mission of NC State. Preferred Qualifications
Experience with capstone courses, experiential learning, service learning, and/or other innovative pedagogy; Experience or other demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality instruction and advising at the graduate level; Education or experience in renewable energy technologies; Skills/knowledge/experience to teach an introductory solar photovoltaics course; Experience with conflict resolution, public consultation, or stakeholder engagement for land asset development and/or management of energy installation sites such as large‑scale solar or wind systems; Familiarity with policies and regulations relevant to natural resource management of renewable energy sites; Experience with environmental impact assessment; Experience with online surveys and related software such as Qualtrics; At least 10 years of experience (since highest degree) in renewable energy and/or natural resource management fields. Required License(s) or Certification(s)
N/A Valid NC Driver's License required Valid NC Driver's License required No Commercial Driver's License required Commercial Driver's License required No Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions Job Open Date Job Open Date 12/23/2025 Anticipated Close Date Special Instructions to Applicants Please include as attachments a resume/CV, cover letter, teaching statement, and contact information for at least 3 professional references. Position Number Position Number 00104146 Position Type Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.00 Appointment Appointment 9 Month Recurring Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Non Mandatory - Emergency Event Department ID Department ID 150401 - Forestry & Environmental Resources Academic Research EEO NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability‑related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of 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. NC 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. Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * How did you learn of this opportunity?
NCSU website Craigslist Indeed.com Carolina Job Finder/Employment Guide NC Works Dress for Success Technical/Trade School Program Job Fair (Identify Job Fair in question #2 below) Direct Contact from NSCU Representative (identify person in question #2 below) Other Monster.com Other online job board NCSU employee referral Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Ohter)
If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source. (Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Teaching Statement Contact Information for References NC STATE UNIVERSITY RALEIGH, NC 27695 PHONE: (919) 515-2011
#J-18808-Ljbffr