Assistant/Associate Professor of Psychology

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid holidays

Retirement plan (TSERS)

Job summary

North Carolina A&T State University’s Department of Psychology invites applications for an assistant or associate professor with a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology.

The position is tenure-track, 9 months, and emphasizes building an externally funded research program with a health psychology focus. Responsibilities include undergraduate instruction in psychology, graduate teaching in MS Health Psychology and PhD Applied Psychology, student advising, curriculum development, and service to the

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Psychology or closely related sub-discipline by time of appointment.
• Preferred research focus in health-related areas (e.g., health psychology).
• Strong commitment to inclusiveness and collaboration in a university setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide student-centered instruction in undergraduate psychology courses.
• Teach graduate-level courses for MS in Health Psychology and PhD in Applied Psychology.
• Advise and mentor students; develop curriculum; engage in program assessment.
• Establish and sustain externally-funded research programs; publish scholarly work.
• Incorporate modern pedagogy; supervise independent student research; engage in service at multiple levels.

Skills

Health psychology research

Education

Ph.D. in Psychology

Job description

Primary Purpose Of Position

The Department of Psychology, 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 Ph.D. in

Posting Details

Classification Information

Classification Type

EHRA

Position Overview

The Department of Psychology, 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 Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. Preference will be given to candidates with a research focus in 1) substance use disorders, 2) memory and cognition, 3) applied psychology, or 4) health psychology. The selected candidate will be expected to provide student-centered instruction in undergraduate courses in their discipline. They will also teach graduate-level courses for the MS in Health Psychology and the PhD in Applied Psychology in courses aligned with their area of expertise. Faculty in this role are expected to contribute to student advising, mentoring, curriculum development, and engage in program assessment. The ideal candidate will be expected to: (i) establish and sustain a strong, externally-funded research program aligned with their field of expertise; (ii) produce an excellent record of scholarly publications; (iii) incorporate modern pedagogical skills in undergraduate and graduate psychology courses; (iv) supervise and support psychology students in independent research projects; and (v) engage in service at the department, college and university as well as to appropriate community and professional organizations. This is a 9-month, tenure-track position.

Primary Function Of Organizational Unit

North Carolina A & T State University is a public land grant high research institution that is committed to teaching and learning, scholarly and creative research, and effective engagement and public service. As the largest HBCU in the nation, our enrollment is over 15,000 students, and our workforce includes over 2,000 employees. North Carolina A&T State University offers over 90-degree programs at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels through eight academic colleges. The University is one of the sixteen constituent units of the University of North Carolina ( UNC ) and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools ( SACS ). The strategic vision, preeminence 2030, focuses the University on interdisciplinary scholarly activities in a learner-centered environment. The John R. and Kathy R. Hairston College of Health and Human Sciences ( HCHHS ) is comprised of six departments and the School of Nursing. The HCHHS offers the following undergraduate degree programs; Communication Sciences and Disorders, Health Services Management, Kinesiology, Nursing, Psychology, Social Work, and Sociology. At the graduate level, HCHHS offers four graduate degree programs including the Masters in Physician Assistant Studies ( MSPA ), Master of Social Work ( MSW ), Master of Science in Health Psychology and Ph.D. in Social Work, PhD in Applied Psychology, and Doctor of Nursing Practice ( DNP ). The HCHHS is also home to the Center of Excellence in Integrative Health Disparities and Equity Research ( CIHDER ), which serves as a multidisciplinary hub for research and community engagement aimed at advancing health for all. The HCHHS capitalizes on the synergistic relationships between these departments to develop advanced academic programming, enhance the mentoring of trainees, and conduct collaborative multidisciplinary research and scholastic activity. The Department of Psychology is a supportive community of committed faculty and practitioners whose goals are to introduce students to the ideas and concepts relevant to this discipline, encourage interdisciplinary learning, prepare students for study in graduate school, prepare students for entry-level jobs requiring knowledge in psychology, and train students to conduct both basic and applied research. These goals are achieved through quality classroom instruction, departmental colloquia, departmental student organizations, internship opportunities through independent study, and individualized research projects. The Department of Psychology has 980 enrolled undergraduate students and 45 graduate students. The department is seeking candidates to join a growing program with a highly interactive and productive faculty.

Minimum Requirements

• Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Psychology or a closely related Psychology sub-discipline, at the time of appointment.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• The preferred candidate will have a demonstrated record of scholarly research with a health-related focus.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to promoting and enhancing inclusiveness and collaboration in alignment with the University’s commitment to maintaining and enhancing a diverse environment.

Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement

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: Assistant/Associate Professor of Psychology
• Position Number: 007647
• Recruitment Salary Range: commensurate with education and experience
• FLSA: Exempt
• Appointment Type: Permanent - Full-time
• Tenure Track: Yes
• FTE: 40 hours/week, 9 months
• Organizational Division: Psychology Dept
• Organizational Location: College of Health and Human Sciences
• Organizational Unit: Psychology Dept

Posting Detail Information

• Posting Number: EPA3086
• Open Date: 05/14/2026
• 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: January 2027

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

• 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

Work Arrangement

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.