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Westinghouse, Nuclear Transport Solutions to codevelop HALEU transport package
Nuclear Transport Solutions and Westinghouse have signed a strategic agreement to codevelop NTS’s Pegasus—a transport package for high-assay, low-enriched uranium fuel.
The companies signed the agreement at the British Embassy in Washington, D.C., on January 22, taking what Westinghouse called “an important step in making HALEU available to enable advanced nuclear energy in the U.S. and UK.”
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC
Posted January 15, 2026
Job Prospectus for Department Head, Nuclear Engineering Raleigh, NC | Winter 2025The NC State Department of Nuclear Engineering
The Nuclear Engineering Department at NC State is one of the premier nuclear engineering departments in the United States, home to the first university-based nuclear reactor for teaching and research, and consistently ranked #3 in the nation for graduate studies. The department has a diverse research portfolio with four major focus areas: (1) Reactor Systems Engineering, (2) Radiation Interactions and Detection,
(3) Plasma Science and Engineering, and (4) Nuclear Fuel and Materials. Additional research is performed in cross-cutting areas, including modeling and simulation, waste management, and nuclear security. The department operates a 1 MW pool-type PULSTAR research reactor and associated facilities, which serve as the foundation of the Nuclear Reactor Program dedicated to research, teaching, and extension. The Department offers a creative and collegial atmosphere, dedication to excellence in research and teaching, including distance Masters and Ph.D. programs, and a growing undergraduate program. With support from the state, in-depth feasibility studies have been performed towards building a new advanced research reactor and a molten salt loop on campus that will be managed and operated by the department.
The Opportunity
NC State invites applications and nominations for the position of Department Head, Nuclear Engineering. The Department Head will hold the rank of Professor with tenure and provide energetic and visionary leadership to a department with very high expectations and goals in the areas of teaching, research, and service. The Department Head will report to the Dean and oversee all academic, administrative, and budgetary matters for the Department, and will represent the Department to the
College, University Administration, and external groups and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities of the Position
Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a strategic vision for the department that aligns with the university's mission and goals and fosters innovation and growth in research, education, and outreach.
Academic Excellence: Promote academic excellence by supporting faculty in their teaching and research endeavors, ensuring high-quality educational programs, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Faculty Development: Recruit, retain, and develop a talented faculty, providing mentorship and support for their professional growth and success, including distinct career paths for tenure-track and professional faculty.
Research and Innovation: Foster a culture of research excellence, encourage interdisciplinary collaboration, and secure external funding for research initiatives. Support faculty in their pursuit of cutting-edge research and innovation.
Student Success: Promote student success by overseeing curriculum development, academic advising, and student engagement activities, as well as by ensuring that students have access to resources that enhance their learning experience.
Budget and Resource Management: Manage departmental budgets effectively, allocate resources efficiently, and seek external funding opportunities to support departmental initiatives and priorities.
Collaboration: Collaborate across the College of Engineering, the university, and external partners to advance the department's goals, strengthen the college's collective impact, and contribute to the university's broader mission.
Community Engagement: Foster relationships with industry, government agencies, alumni, and other stakeholders to enhance the department's impact and relevance.
Administrative Oversight: Provide effective administrative leadership by overseeing
departmental operations, including personnel management, facilities, and equipment, and by promoting a transparent decision-making process within the department.
Minimum Education and Experience:
The ideal candidate for this position must possess a doctoral degree in Nuclear Engineering or a related field and credentials to be appointed at the rank of Professor with tenure in the department.
Required Qualifications
