Assistant / Associate Professor - Kinesiology

North Carolina A&T State University; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave

TSERS Retirement System

EAP

Campus Recreation Center Discount

Job summary

North Carolina A&T State University seeks an assistant or associate professor in Kinesiology with a brain health research program leveraging nanotechnology for imaging biomarkers. The role includes teaching, advising, curriculum development, and program assessment across undergraduate and graduate levels.

The candidate will build an externally funded research program, publish scholarly work, supervise students, and contribute to the Brain Health cluster across departments.

Qualifications

• Brain health research program using nanotechnology for imaging biomarkers.
• Experience in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Postdoctoral training encouraged and valued.
• Evidence of student advisement and mentoring; commitment to diversity.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses with student-centered pedagogy.
• Advise, mentor, and recruit students; participate in program assessment.
• Develop and sustain externally funded research in brain health.
• Collaborate across departments and contribute to accreditation efforts.

Skills

Nanotechnology in neuroscience

Teaching

Student advising

Grant writing

Education

Ph.D. in a relevant field

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Employee Benefits

• 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

Classification Information

Classification Type

Classification Type EHRA

Position Overview

Primary Purpose of Position

The Department of Kinesiology, within the Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, is seeking an assistant or associate professor with a brain health related research program. The ideal candidate will apply nanotechnology approaches for imaging and analysis of biomarkers of brain injury. This position is part of a strategic cluster across the University with three separate hires in the Departments of Kinesiology, Psychology, and Nanoengineering whose teaching and scholarly research agenda is focused on brain health. The primary purpose of this position is to provide student centered teaching and clinical instruction of undergraduate and graduate level courses. Faculty in this role will provide student advising, student mentoring and recruitment, curriculum development, engage in program assessment, and accreditation related procedures. The ideal candidate will have training and experience in working in a dynamic Kinesiology Department whose scholarly research agenda is in alignment with aims of the Brain Health cluster hire. This candidate will be expected to: (i) establish and sustain a strong externally funded research program in their field of expertise, individually and collaboration with the interdisciplinary research cluster; (ii) produce an excellent record of scholarly publications; (iii) incorporate modern pedagogical skills in psychology courses to undergraduate and graduate courses; (iv) supervise and support Kinesiology students in independent research projects; and (vi) provide service to the Department of Kinesiology, the College and University as well as to appropriate community and professional organizations. This is a 9-month, tenure-track faculty position.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• Research program in brain health that employs nanotechnology approaches
• Prior teaching experience in baccalaureate and/or graduate Kinesiology programs
• Postdoctoral training
• Evidence of student advisement and training
• ACSM certification
• Strong commitment to promoting and enhancing inclusiveness, collaboration and diversity in alignment with the University’s commitment to maintaining and enhancing a diverse environment

Required License or Certification

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies.

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

Position Number

Position Number 001010

Recruitment Salary Range

Recruitment Salary Range commensurate with education and experience

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track Yes

FTE

FTE 40 hours/week, 9 months

Organizational Division

Organizational Division Kinesiology

Organizational Location

Organizational Location College of Health and Human Sciences

Organizational Unit

Organizational Unit Kinesiology

Posting Number

Posting Number EPA3057

Open Date

Open Date 08/14/2026

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

Date Position Available January 2027

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Philosophy
• Research Statement
• Bachelor's Degree - Copy of transcripts
• Master's Degree - Copy of transcripts
• Ph.D. - Copy of transcripts

Optional Documents

• Letter of Reference 1
• Letter of Reference 2
• Letter of Reference 3
• Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD-214)
• Other Document
• Other Degree - Copy of transcripts

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